Assistant Professor/Associate Professor Chemistry Location: JSU Main Campus, MS Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 000394 College/Division: Chemistry, Physics, and Atmospheric Sciences
Opening Date: 02/04/2026
Description The Department of Chemistry, Physics, and Atmospheric Sciences (CPAS) at Jackson State University in the College of Science, Engineering and Technology invites candidates to apply for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in experimental inorganic/medicinal chemistry. This position includes, but is not limited to organic synthesis, organic reaction development, natural products, physical organic chemistry, biochemistry, and medicinal chemistry. Examples of Duties
Successful candidates are expected to establish and sustain a vibrant research program funded externally, serve as effective teachers and mentors at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and provide service to the department, the university and the profession.
Applicants must have a promising research agenda, and a strong commitment to graduate and undergraduate student education and success.
Applications should be submitted to CPAS@jsums.edu.
An application should include:
(I) a cover letter. (II) a current resume including publication record. (III) a research statement/proposal (up to 10 pages). (IV) a teaching, outreach, and diversity statement (up to 2 pages). (V) names and contact information for three references.
Diversity and Inclusion Diversity and Inclusion are core values at Jackson State University, and the strong candidate will demonstrate the ability to create inclusive classrooms and environments in which a diverse array of students can learn and thrive.
Jackson State University is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those underrepresented in their academic fields.
It is the University's policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all jobs titles without regard to race, color, age religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or genetic information.
Typical Qualifications Post-Doctoral research experience is required.
We are particularly interested in candidates who will contribute to our efforts to provide support and opportunities for students to pursue research careers in organic chemistry and related areas.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the complete benefits package. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
Questions Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
(I) High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED) (II) Associate degree (III) Bachelors degree (IV) Masters degree (V) Specialist degree (VI) Ph.D (VII) G.E.D. (VIII) Juris Doctorate
Can you, if hired, provide proof of education?
(I) Yes (II) No
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?
(I) Yes (II) No
Required Question Employer Jackson State University (MS) Address 1400 John R. Lynch Street P.O. Box 17028 Jackson, Mississippi, 39217 Phone (601) 979-2015 Website https://www.jsums.edu/humanresources/