Assistant Professor for Chemistry

Posting Details

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Position Information

Proposed Faculty Rank Assistant Department 00121 - Chemistry City Salt Lake City, UT Track Tenure Track New Position to Begin 07/01/2027 Details

CHEMISTRY, UNIVERSITY OF UTAH

Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Experimental Inorganic, Analytical, or Physical Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position. We seek candidates working in one of the following areas:

• Inorganic chemistry, with an emphasis on solid-state materials
• Analytical chemistry, broadly defined
• Experimental physical chemistry, with an emphasis on spectroscopy or interfaces

Candidates with expertise in artificial intelligence and/or machine learning are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates will be evaluated on their ability to develop a vigorous, internationally visible, and well-funded research program and should exemplify effective teaching and mentorship to both undergraduate and graduate students. A Ph.D. is required, and postdoctoral experience is highly desirable.

For priority consideration, application materials should be uploaded by October 1st, 2026, in PDF format. Applicants interested in applying at the Assistant Professor level should upload (1) an application letter; (2) CV; (3) a description of research interests; (4) a description of teaching interests and mentorship; and (5) contact information for three professional references and arrange for the reference letters to be submitted by October 1, 2026.

Initial review of applications will begin on October 1, 2026, and will continue until the positions are filled.

Benefits

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EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

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Notice

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This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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Special Instructions for Candidates

If assistance is needed please contact Debbie White at (801) 581-3164 or deborah.olson@utah.edu

Open Date 08/14/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Requisition Number PRN01564CF Type Faculty

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your primary research area?
• Analytical Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
• Inorganic; Materials Chemistry
• AI; Machine Learning; Automation

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Statement
• Research Statement

Optional Documents

• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only
• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only