Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
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Department: College of Science Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Classification: 9month Instructional Faculty
Job Category:Instructional Faculty
Job Type:FullTime
Work Schedule:Fulltime (1.0 FTE 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Fairfax VA
Workplace Type:On Site Required
Salary:Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check:Yes
About the Department:
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry has research labs and faculty distributed over three campuses addressing three primary research thrust areas: the Fairfax campus (materials energy and sustainability) the Science and Technology campus in Manassas (biomedicalbiochemistry and synthetic organic chemistry) and the Potomac Environmental Research and Education Center (environmental chemistry). The research funding portfolio includes the Department of Defense National Institutes of Health (NIH) National Science Foundation (NSF) other government and nonprofit agencies and private industry. Faculty in the department have close collaborations with researchers from a number of local and regional institutions including the United States Army Medical Research Institute for Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) NIH Food and Drug Administration Naval Research Laboratory National Institute of Standard and Technology (NIST) the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and Inova Health System among others. For more information visit and Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry offers undergraduate programs leading to the BA or BS (ACS certification) degrees in Chemistry with optional concentrations in Biochemistry Analytical Chemistry Environmental Chemistry or Materials Chemistry; a fiveyear BS/Accelerated MS degree; a traditional MS degree; and a PhD in Chemistry. For more information about the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry visit us on the web at Mason University College of Science (Mason Science) is committed to advancing inclusive excellence and fostering an environment free from discrimination harassment and retaliation throughout our STEM community. At Mason Science our values include cultivating an organizational culture that promotes belonging respect and civility. We believe that varied opinions cultures and perspectives are what provides vibrancy innovation and growth to an academic community. By prioritizing cultural responsiveness in academics teaching research and global engagement we strive to attract faculty and staff who exemplify the Mason Science mission and vision.
About the Position:
The TenureTrack Assistant Professor is responsible for preparing and teaching courses in chemistry conducting research in chemistry as well as advising majors toward academic career and life success. The position works with the Department Chair and department faculty and staff. This position also fully interacts with the student body in terms of teaching advising and research. In addition this position interacts with other faculty and staff regarding recruiting curriculum design and other similar requirements of the department and university.
Responsibilities:
- Teaching: Teaches graduate and undergraduate courses as assigned;
- Research: Establishes and maintains an active and sustainable research program; and
- Contributes to the department college university and community.
Required Qualifications:
- Terminal degree in a related field;
- Ph.D. in chemistry biochemistry or a closely related discipline is required prior to starting this appointment;
- Strong records in both research and teaching;
- Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging highquality instruction at undergraduate and graduate levels;
- Proven ability to conduct impactful research as evidenced by a strong record of publication;
- Proven record of seeking extramural research support as evidenced by proposal submissions and/or receipt of funding awards; and
- Commitment to conducting research in collaboration with graduate (PhD and MS) and undergraduate students and to developing establishing and maintaining a robust research program.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Postdoctoral experience preferred;
- Strong knowledge of current chemistry research;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for teaching and collaboration;
- Strong organizational and time management skills;
- Ability to design curriculum and mentor students; and
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive teamoriented environment.
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration applicants must apply for theTenureTrack Assistant Professor at and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information and provide a cover letter CV philosophy of teaching and research statement.
Posting Open Date:March 11 2025
For Full Consideration Apply by: April 7 2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Employment Type
Full Time
