Assistant Professor of Chemistry
 University of Southern Indiana | |
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 United States, Indiana, Evansville | |
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 Feb 02, 2026 | |
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Title:Assistant Professor of Chemistry Division: Provost's Office Department: Pott College of Science, Engineering, & Education FLSA Status:Exempt Salary Range:Annual Salary EEO Job Group:2 C5 Position Summary The Chemistry and Biochemistry Department, in the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education at the University of Southern Indiana, invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Chemistry position to begin August 2026. Duties/Responsibilities Primary teaching responsibilities will include organic chemistry and chemistry classes for non-majors like allied health and general education students. Applicants are expected to establish a vigorous research program that involves undergraduates. Modest start-up funds are available. Required Knowledge and Skills A Ph.D. in organic chemistry or closely related chemistry discipline is required. Applicants with ABD status will be considered at the rank of Instructor if doctoral degree will be completed by the end of their first year of employment. If employment starts in August 2026, terminal degree must be completed by the end of July 2027. About the College The University of Southern Indiana is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship and professional activity, and service to the university and the community. Our campus is in the rolling hills of the southwestern Ohio River valley on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, Indiana. We offer employees exceptional benefits, including: About the Department The Chemistry & Biochemistry Department offers ACS approved chemistry and biochemistry programs and is well equipped with modern instrumentation. It is home to 11 full-time faculty members and approximately 85 undergraduate students and offers support courses for many programs at the institution. Information about our department can be found at https://www.usi.edu/science/chemistry Application Process
Click "Apply Now!" near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of the Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include:
Official transcripts will be required at a later stage. Search Committee Chair: If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Kenneth Walsh, search committee chair, atwalsh@usi.edu. Best Consideration Date: For best consideration, please submit materials by March 4, 2026. Pre-Employment Screening A background check will be required for employment in this position. Authorization to Work in the United States USI may sponsor an employment-related visa for this position. Interview Accommodations Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the Associate Director of Human Resources, Constance Hermann, at cjhermann1@usi.edu or (812) 461-5363. Contacting the Associate Director of Human Resources is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815. EEO Statement USI is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities | |