About the Job
COMPUTATIONAL/THEORETICAL CHEMISTRY FACULTY POSITIONS
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY, UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA - TWIN CITIES
The Department of Chemistry (cse.umn.edu/chem) seeks to fill one or more tenure-track or tenured faculty positions beginning July 1, 2024 or later. Applications will be accepted from candidates whose research interests lie in any area of modern computational/theoretical chemistry. Appointments will be made at a rank (assistant, associate, or full professor) commensurate with the appointee’s experience. Appointees will be expected to carry out vigorous programs of original research, to advise research students, to teach a broad range of undergraduate and graduate courses in the Department of Chemistry, and to participate in Departmental and University governance. Selection will be based on each candidate’s record of previous accomplishments relevant to these responsibilities, their potential for outstanding future contributions, and their potential to actively advance the University’s goal of creating a positive campus climate that is both inclusive and diverse. Evaluation of applications will begin September 30, 2023 and will continue until the positions are filled.
Qualifications
Appointees must have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. or equivalent foreign degree by the date of appointment.
About the Department
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Minnesota (UMN) provides a world-class education through classroom teaching and cutting-edge research. As a central, core discipline in science and engineering, chemistry is critical for solving society's most important problems and making significant positive impacts on human health, energy, and the environment. Our department of has been a national and international leader throughout its history. A wide range of companies and academic institutions from across the world hire our graduates and collaborate with us on research. Department of Chemistry alumni have enormous societal impact as academicians, K-12 teachers, scientists and managers in industrial and government laboratories, lawyers, public policy advocates, entrepreneurs, and in a diverse array of other fields. The department has 35 faculty members, 40 staff members, 40 post-doctoral associates and 230 graduate students. Due to the breadth of our education and research missions, this position offers the opportunity to develop skills across a broad range of operating systems, software packages, network infrastructures, and hardware configurations. Professional development is highly encouraged and you would be joining a team dedicated to excellence.
Benefits
At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. Candidates should provide a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statement of overall research interests, a statement addressing anticipated contributions to the research and teaching missions of the Department, and a statement addressing the candidate’s experiences and commitment to diversity and equity. Tenure-track candidates should also arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent via the Interfolio system.
This position will remain open until filled.
Inquiries
Faculty Search Committee, Department of Chemistry
University of Minnesota
207 Pleasant St. SE
Minneapolis, MN, 55455-0431
chemfs@umn.edu
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the University
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit,
