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Assistant Professor, Chemistry Department

New York University · New York, NYtodayverified 5 h ago

PhD-level Academic / Postdoc roles on Crosslinked list a median of $100k (225 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Applications close on Oct 31

Build a tenure-track research program in bioorganic chemistry/chemical biology and teach undergraduate and graduate chemistry.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Joins a department in a significant growth plan with a new Chemical Biology Center and Simons Center for Computational Physical Chemistry.

Might not be for you. Focus is bioorganic/chemical biology, not polymer or materials science.

Deep specialist PhD-friendlyPostdoc bridge Works with universitiesRoom for your own research

Adjacent materials roleTenure-track Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry at NYU; area Bioorganic Chemistry/Chemical Biology, Ph.D. in chemistry

H-1B filings

New York University filed 16 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Postdoctoral Associate, Assistant Professor, Visiting Clinical Assistant Professor. Median filed pay: $85K a year.

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Deadline
Oct 31
Seniority
Entry level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
PhD
Industry
Biotechnology
Role
Academic / Postdoc

Role details

The Department of Chemistry at New York University (NYU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the area of Bioorganic Chemistry/Chemical Biology , broadly defined. Particular attention will be given to candidates whose research applies innovative approaches in organic chemistry to address significant questions at the chemistry-biology interface. The successful applicant is anticipated to be appointed at the Assistant Professor level. Successful candidates must have a Ph.D. in chemistry or related field and demonstrate the potential to do pioneering research and teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The Department of Chemistry is continuing a significant growth plan, including the recent creation of the Chemical Biology Center, Simons Center for Computational Physical Chemistry, and the addition of numerous senior and junior faculty members. Interested faculty are able to participate in significant interdisciplinary programs within the Washington Square campus, as well as with NYU’s engineering and medical schools, and scholarly activities at its campuses in Shanghai and Abu Dhabi.

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Does New York University sponsor H-1B visas?

New York University has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Assistant Professor, Chemistry Department role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Assistant Professor, Chemistry Department role at New York University based?

This role is based in New York, NY.

What degree is required for the Assistant Professor, Chemistry Department role at New York University?

This role requires a PhD.