The Department of Chemistry at the University of South Florida (USF) celebrates diversity and inclusive excellence among our faculty. We seek to fill a 9-month, tenure-earning, full-time position at the rank of assistant professor with a research focus and teaching requirement in organic chemistry. The position is expected to start August 7, 2024 on the Tampa campus, with a competitive salary and start-up package. The ideal candidate will establish a strong, externally funded research program and must contribute to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels. This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check. Review of Applications will begin October 1st,2023.
Complete the online application and attach the following into ONE document: • Cover letter• CV/Resume• Research statement (max. 5pp)• Teaching statement (max. 3pp)• List of 3 references**Please request that your references submit their letters of recommendation directly to Kaelah Scheff at krscheff@usf.edu with your name in the subject line. Only online applications are accepted for this position. According to Florida law, search records, including applications and search committee meetings, are open to the public. We strongly encourage female and minority candidates to apply. Equal Employment Opportunity USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace. Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. USF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. For disability accommodations, contact Kaelah Scheff at krscheff@usf.edu or 813-974-4550, a minimum of five working days in advance. USF is an AA/EA/EO institution and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities.The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University's Title IX Coordinator. The University of South Florida, a high-impact research university dedicated to student success and committed to community engagement, generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. With campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF serves approximately 50,000 students who represent nearly 150 different countries. For four consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked USF as one of the nation’s top 50 public universities, including USF’s highest ranking ever in 2023 (No. 42). In 2023, USF became the first public university in Florida in nearly 40 years to be invited to join the Association of American Universities, a prestigious group of the leading universities in the United States and Canada. Through hundreds of millions of dollars in research activity each year and as one of top universities in the world for securing new patents, USF is a leader in solving global problems and improving lives. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu
The Department of Chemistry at the University of South Florida (USF) celebrates diversity and inclusive excellence among our faculty. We seek to fill a 9-month, tenure-earning, full-time position at the rank of assistant professor with a research focus and teaching requirement in organic chemistry. The position is expected to start August 7, 2024 on the Tampa campus, with a competitive salary and start-up package. The ideal candidate will establish a strong, externally funded research program and must contribute to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
Minimum Qualifications: Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in organic chemistry or a closely related field with a promising record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.
Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated independent experience beyond the PhD.
Kaelah Scheff, krscheff@usf.edu
