Assistant Professor

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Department of Chemistry at Colorado State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Experimental Physical Chemistry at the Assistant Professor level. Applicants whose research complements and strengthens research themes in the Department of Chemistry and across the Colorado State University research enterprise are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to chemistry education excellence in the Department, including teaching physical chemistry courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The Department of Chemistry at Colorado State University comprises approximately 30 tenure-track and tenured faculty and more than 180 graduate students, with research spanning analytical, biological, inorganic, materials, organic, and physical chemistry. Faculty and students participate in interdisciplinary research across the University, and the Department has a strong tradition of undergraduate participation in research. Research is supported by the Analytical Resources Core, which provides extensive shared instrumentation and 24/7 access for trained users. Further information about the department and is available on our webpage http://chem.colostate.edu

Work authorization visa sponsorship may be available based on the specific situation, including cost, for the selected final candidate.

Full Consideration Date:

Applications completed by November 1, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST will receive full consideration, but applications may be accepted after this date until the position is filled.

Essential Job Duties: 

• Develop and maintain an independent, externally funded research program in experimental physical chemistry.
• Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and presentations.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemistry.
• Mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students in research.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service and contribute to the academic mission of the Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision: 

• This position does not have any direct reports.

Conditions of Employment: 

• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for all new hires).

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field.
• Evidence of research productivity or strong potential to establish a sustainable scholarly program (e.g., publications, presentations, grant activity).
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Record of research accomplishments in experimental physical chemistry.
• Postdoctoral research experience or equivalent professional research experience.

• Ability to contribute in the areas of teaching and mentoring.

• Potential to establish an impactful, externally funded research program.

Application Instructions:

Please read the following instructions carefully and submit all required application materials. 

To apply, please upload one single PDF containing all required application materials listed below, in the order provided. Your materials should clearly outline your work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications and demonstrate how your background aligns with the required and preferred qualifications outlined in the posting. The cover letter should describe your particular interest in CSU Chemistry. 

• Cover Letter 

• Detailed CV 

• Research Statement 

• Teaching Statement 

Important: The single PDF containing all application materials must be uploaded under the section labeled “Resume/CL.” Please combine all materials into one PDF and ensure they are included in the specified order. System limitations allow for a 5MB document upload. You will not be able to modify or add documents after submitting your application, so please carefully review your materials before submitting. Failure to submit the required materials as instructed may affect consideration of your application. 

If you advance to the semifinalist stage, you will receive an email with instructions to provide the contact information for three professional references. To help avoid delays in the search process, please complete this step as soon as possible. Once you submit your references' contact information, each reference will receive an email with instructions for submitting a letter of recommendation. We will notify you with the deadline of when letters should be submitted at this stage in the hiring process.  

Please note: For semi-finalist candidates, submitted letters of recommendation, along with application materials, will be made available to the faculty of the Department of Chemistry for review. 

Please direct questions about the application process to Jean Chung at [email protected].

Salary Range

$93-000- $95,000

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Statement of Teaching/Research Philosophy

Employee Benefits

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.