CUAssistant Professor of Chemistry
PhD-level Academic / Postdoc roles on Crosslinked list a median of $97k (85 that show pay).
Tenure-track chemistry professor running an independent research group and teaching
Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. Open subfield search — materials chemistry candidates can build a polymer/materials group with startup funding and grad students
Might not be for you. Broad open-area search means heavy competition across all chemistry subfields; teaching and service load is substantial
Heads-up: References asked upfront
Adjacent materials rolematerials chemistry named among subfields; PhD in chemistry or related field; teach chemistry courses
- Seniority
- Entry level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- PhD
- Role
- Academic / Postdoc
Role details
The Department of Chemistry at Columbia University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in any area of chemistry. We seek candidates who will pursue innovative and pioneering research addressing important problems in modern chemical science, including but not limited to organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, biological, materials, and theoretical/computational chemistry, as well as research at the interfaces of chemistry with biology, physics, engineering, energy, and data science. Exceptional candidates in all subfields are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will be expected to establish and sustain an active, independent, and externally funded research group; teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemistry; mentor graduate, postdoctoral, and undergraduate researchers; participate in committee and service work at the departmental and university levels and in the broader scientific community; be an effective communicator; and exemplify academic and professional leadership. The appointment will begin July 1, 2027.
The new faculty member will be joining a collegial department at Columbia with a vibrant research enterprise, lively undergraduate and graduate teaching programs, and a strong record in public outreach in the heart of New York City.
Applicants must have a PhD in chemistry or a related field at the time of appointment.
instructions
All applications must be made through Columbia University’s Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system.
Applicant materials should include:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research Statement
- Teaching Statement
- Arrange to have three recommendation letters submitted on your behalf
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Pay Transparency Disclosure
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
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