Assistant Professor of Chemistry (Biochemistry)
William & Mary

Job Info

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Position Number:

F0A43W

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Chemistry (Biochemistry)

Unit Mission Statement:

In the Chemistry Department our goal is to equip students to become successful scientists and engaged citizens. Here students learn to think broadly, deeply, and creatively about the atomic world and its effects on the macroscopic world. We accomplish this with innovative classroom instruction, engaging laboratory experiences, and high-impact, faculty-mentored research in a supportive and inclusive environment. Students and faculty members explore how chemistry connects to the broader world through a dynamic, engaging curriculum and interdisciplinary approach to research.
Cultivate a Holistic Learning Environment:

• Enhance classroom pedagogy by coupling it with contemporary research at the frontiers of chemistry
• Prepare students for diverse opportunities, including direct entry into the workforce
• Develop skills to interpret data and effectively communicate scientific knowledge to a variety of audiences
• Encourage students to develop and test scientific hypotheses
• Showcase how chemistry impacts health, the environment, and society
• Stimulate excitement about chemistry and science
• Offer synergistic B.S. and M.S. degree programs

Promote Research Opportunities:

• Support research programs and expand opportunities for students to engage in faculty-mentored projects
• Maintain a vibrant summer program dedicated to full-time student research
• Produce original scholarship and maintain a visible presence in the broader chemistry community
• Ensure access to a wide variety of modern scientific instrumentation
• Enhance the research experience of our B.S. and M.S. students through both faculty and peer mentorship

Build Relationships:

• Foster close professional relationships between students and faculty members in an open and inclusive environment
• Interact with local communities and schools to promote chemical literacy
• Engage alumni in sustaining and growing our program
• Support campus initiatives and programs

Position Summary:

The Department of Chemistry at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, seeks applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level in Biochemistry. Appointment will begin August 10, 2025. We are interested in individuals with research and teaching expertise in Biochemistry, broadly defined, but exceptional applicants from other areas in chemistry that can contribute to the Neuroscience program will be considered.
Duties include research, teaching, and service to the University. The applicant is expected to establish and maintain a vibrant, externally funded research program that inspires a highly motivated undergraduate student body. The Department of Chemistry is committed to building and supporting a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students and is seeking excellent individuals that can contribute to this mission. The department has a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching in addition to conducting exciting, high-impact scholarly work with undergraduate collaborators. Moreover, the Department of Chemistry administers a M.S. program of approximately 10 students, providing the ability to mentor graduate students if desired.
Teaching expectation is 1 lecture and 1 laboratory course each semester. Successful applicants must possess the skills to teach compelling courses in Biochemistry and other lecture and seminar-style courses, and to contribute to both the general education (COLL) and Neuroscience curricula.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field at the time appointment begins (August 10, 2025).

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in teaching and mentoring successful undergraduate and Masters research is preferred. Evidence of scholarly achievement or demonstrated potential as a scholar.

Conditions of Employment:

N/A

Department:

3KE210 Chemistry Dept

Location:

William & Mary

Job Open Date:

08/30/2024

Review Begin Date:

09/30/2024

Job Close Date:

11/07/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Employment Category:

Faculty

Special Application Instructions:

Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a statement of teaching interests, and a statement of research interests/proposed research plans. Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate for learners/scholars in Chemistry in any of the aforementioned required documents. You cannot submit a separate diversity statement. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference.

For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, 9/30/2024. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed.

Background Check Statement:

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement:

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Benefits Summary Statement:

William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none

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