Assistant Professor of Chemistry en University of Findlay

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Job Description

The University of Findlay invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Chemistry beginning August 1, 2026, in the College of Sciences. 

A Ph.D. in Chemistry is required, with preference given to those candidates with a subfield specialty in Organic Chemistry.  ABD applicants will be considered, but the terminal degree must be obtained prior to the appointment start date.  Candidates must be committed to student-centered education as well as professional development and interdisciplinary scholarship, as the position will support both the Chemistry program and a variety of STEM areas across campus.  Research interests involving mentoring of undergraduate students and participation in departmental planning, assessment, student academic advising, and STEM service activities with university and community members are required.  The candidate must possess strong communication skills and a desire to work with students in a university setting that prides itself on providing close relationships between students and faculty.  

Founded in 1882, the University provides innovative programs grounded in the liberal arts and sciences to prepare students for meaningful lives and productive careers.  The University of Findlay’s distinctive and renowned programs include MBA, animal science, equestrian studies, pre-veterinary medicine, nuclear medicine technology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, and physician assistant, as well as environmental, safety and occupational health management.  For more information on these distinctive programs, visit https://www.findlay.edu/about-uf/.  Both traditional and specialized professional degrees are offered in a variety of delivery approaches during day, evening, weekend, and online sessions.  The University is committed to the education of diverse students and enrolls students from nearly 40 nations and most US states.  The City of Findlay, just south of Toledo and located approximately 1.5 hours from Columbus, Dayton and Detroit, has been designated a "dreamtown" by Demographics Daily, repeatedly named one of the top 20 micropolitan areas (small towns) in the United States by Site Selection magazine and is the only municipality in Ohio to be selected three times as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People by America's Promise.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  For optimal consideration of your applicant file, faculty applications must include a cover letter; current resume or curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the contact information for three professional references with your application.  The UF Employment Application may be found on the website at: https://www.findlay.edu/offices/business-affairs/human-resources/Open-Positions.

The University of Findlay is an equal opportunity employer and educator committed to building a diverse and inclusive academic community.  It is the university's policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.

For optimal consideration of your applicant file, faculty applications must include a cover letter; current Resume or Curriculum Vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the contact information for three professional references with your application. Staff applications must include a current Resume or Curriculum Vitae and cover letter with your application.

The University of Findlay is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. It is the university's policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex (including gender identity/expression), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.