Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Title: Assistant Professor of Chemistry
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: Chemistry
Campus Location: Normal IL

Job Summary

The Department of Chemistry at Illinois State University is seeking applications for TWO ninemonth tenuretrack faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 16 2025. One position is open to all specializations in chemistry; expertise in physical chemistry is preferred for the second position. A TeacherScholar model is highly valued; a commitment to and effectiveness in classroom instruction is expected and the development of an independent research program involving Illinois State University students is required. Teaching responsibilities will be primarily within lecture and laboratory courses (at the BS and MS levels) in the candidates primary area of specialization with the ability to contribute to courses in general chemistry. In conjunction with any teaching responsibilities an externally funded research program must be established and maintained to include undergraduate and masterslevel students. In addition to teaching and research the successful candidate will contribute to the mission of the Department and University through mentoring undergraduate and graduate students participating in outreach activities and engaging in Department College and University service. This position consists of 40 teaching 40 research and 20 service. An earned doctorate in chemistry biochemistry or a related field is required and postdoctoral experience is preferred.

Additional Information

The Chemistry Department at Illinois State University has a long tradition of excellence in chemistry research and teaching. Currently there are approximately 90 chemistry majors and 70 biochemistry majors seeking the ACS certified degrees. The Chemistry Department offers undergraduate degrees in chemistry biochemistry and chemistry teacher education. At the graduate level there are approximately 30 students earning a researchbased MS degree through the Master of Science in Chemistry degree program and 20 students in our online Master of Chemical Education and Masters of Science in Chemical Education programs. The Chemistry Department serves a large diverse and talented student population. Currently the Chemistry Department has two Goldwater Scholars and multiple Bone Scholars the highest distinction awarded to ISU students. In addition 17 students coauthored peerreviewed manuscripts in highquality journals and 32 students presented research at scientific meetings during theacademic year.

The Chemistry Department consists of 16 researchactive tenured/tenuretrack faculty 6 instructional faculty and 9 fulltime staff members to support the mission. Our faculty have a successful trackrecord of procuring external funding from the NSF NIH ACSPRF NIJ DOD and others. Currently the Department has $2.4M in external funding. Many of our faculty have been recognized by the College and University as outstanding scholars. Our faculty have also received recognition internally and externally for teaching and mentoring excellence including a recipient of the prestigious Dr. Henry C. McBay Outstanding Teacher Awardfrom the National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE).

Our wellequipped laboratories are continuously updated with new stateofthe art instruments to support teaching and research activities. Details of these facilities and our programs can be found on the Department web site at Chemistry.IllinoisState.

Illinois State University IllinoisState was founded in 1857 as Illinois first public university. We enroll approximately 21000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan Excellence by Design:lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching Learning and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity Diversity Access and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values we create a learning environment that results in our university being the firstchoice public university in Illinois for highachieving motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois States Metrics of Excellence at IllinoisState/PointsofPride.

BloomingtonNormal: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal with a metro population of approximately 172000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University Heartland Community College St. Joseph Medical Center Carle BroMenn Medical Center COUNTRY Financial State Farm Insurances International Headquarters Central Illinois Regional Airport and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems and its citizens high level of educational attainment as well as its parks and recreation health care vibrant fine arts scene job growth economic opportunity historic sites and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livabilitys top 100 Best Places to Live 2024 and ranked No. 3 on College Values Onlines list of Best Small College Towns in America 2024. BloomingtonNormal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria ChampaignUrbana Decatur and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from BloomingtonNormal via Amtrak which is located one block from Illinois States campus. For more information on our community visit visitbn.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in chemistry biochemistry or closely related field
Demonstrated expertise and record of accomplishment in the candidates area of expertise
A successful candidate with have a strong commitment for success in undergraduate and graduate (MS) education
Oral proficiency in the English language

Work Hours

Varies

Proposed Starting Date

08/16/2025

Required Applicant Documents

Cover letter describing your interest in the position
Curriculum vitae
Research statement that describes inclusion of undergraduate and MS graduate students 35 pages)
Teaching statement that includes interests and philosophy in the classroom 12 pages)
List of startup needs and budget
Contact information for three references

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply

Special Instructions for Applicants

Review of applications will begin September 30 2024

Contact Information for Applicants

Jeremy Driskell

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable an employment history review based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

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