Assistant Professor Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry and Center for Photochemical Sciences invite applications for a tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor in the field of Inorganic Photochemistry. This is a full-time 9-month appointment with an August 2026 start date.

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- Teach undergraduate courses in the Chemistry BS curriculum such as Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Advanced Inorganic Laboratory and General Chemistry
- Teach graduate courses in the Photochemical Sciences program in the interdisciplinary area between Inorganic Chemistry and Photochemistry and Photophysics
- Initiate an independent research program aimed at the interfacial area between Inorganic Chemistry and the Photosciences that generates a high level of scholarly publication and provides research opportunities and training to both graduate and undergraduate students
- Actively seek and obtain external funding to sustain a research program
- Provide service to the department college and university as well as to the profession

- Doctoral degree in Chemistry or a closely related discipline (e.g. Photochemical Sciences Materials Chemistry etc.)
- Research experience in inorganic chemistry that overlaps with and contributes to the Photochemical Sciences doctoral program
- One year of postdoctoral research experience
- Demonstrated record of research productivity as evidenced by five peer-reviewed journal publications

Preferred Qualifications
- Two years of postdoctoral research experience
- Publications in high-impact journals
- Plan of research in the area of Inorganic Photochemistry that complements the research of other Center for Photochemical Sciences faculty
- Experience mentoring students in research

Application Materials Required
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Names and contact information of three professional references
- Plan of proposed research (max 5 pages and 15 references)
- Statement of teaching philosophy (max 2 pages)

Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews.

Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts.

BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.

Application Deadline
Deadline to apply is November 9 2025.

Salary & Benefits
Competitive and commensurate with candidates experience and credentials. Full benefits package available.

Further Information
For additional information please contact John Cable Chair Department of Chemistry Bowling Green State University Bowling Green OH

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