Assistant Professor

JOB TITLE

Assistant Professor | Chemistry and Biochemistry

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Chemistry & Biochemistry Department

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is a private R1 Research University in Central Massachusetts known for its inclusive and innovative approaches to teaching and multidisciplinary research. WPI’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in synthetic chemistry with the vision and creativity to transform bold ideas into breakthroughs that tackle some of the world’s most urgent scientific challenges—advancing human health, driving sustainable technologies, and uncovering new frontiers in biochemical innovation. Possible directions include but are not limited to the design of precision molecular probes to illuminate biological systems in unprecedented detail, creation of next-generation therapeutics to combat disease, chemical reprogramming of biomolecules, engineering of plant- or fungi-derived pathways to access novel molecular scaffolds, and development of bio-inspired materials. If you can imagine it—and build it at the molecular level—you’ll find the resources, collaborators, and freedom at WPI to bring it to life.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The successful candidate will establish an ambitious, externally funded research program, provide inspiring teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, contribute to WPI’s signature project-based curriculum, and participate in the collaborative environment that defines research at WPI.

WPI has received numerous awards for research and teaching and is consistently ranked among the top 70 research institutions by U.S. News & World Report. Located one hour west of Boston in Worcester, Massachusetts—a growing hub for biotechnology, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing—WPI offers competitive salary and benefits packages.

Application Process: Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. Review of applications begins immediately; preference will be given to those received by October 15, 2025.

Compensation: $98,000 – $105,000 per year. Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.