Assistant Professor, Organic Chemistry
Murray State University

Job Info

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Posting Number:

20250002FAC

Job Title:

Assistant Professor, Organic Chemistry

Number of Vacancies:

1

About Murray State:

Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits:

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment/Diversity Information:

Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.

Type of Employment:

Regular Full-Time

Work Location:

Murray, KY

Employment Term:

Academic Year

Position Type:

Faculty (Tenure-Track)

Department:

Chemistry

Anticipated Start Date:

August 2025

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will be expected to teach a 3/2 course load including foundational organic chemistry courses, teaching laboratory courses, and advanced courses in their sub-discipline and other areas as needed to both undergraduate and graduate (Masters) students. The faculty candidate will be expected to establish a viable research program, supported by external funding, and supervise/train student researchers at both the undergraduate and graduate (Masters) levels. The faculty candidate will also be expected to participate in service activities at the department, collegiate, and university level as needed. The candidate hired for this position will be assigned laboratory and office space appropriate to their teaching and research needs.

Minimum Education Requirements:

Ph.D. in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry or Chemical Engineering or related field. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointment date will be considered.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

One year of experience as an instructor or teaching assistant in organic chemistry in a university setting is preferred but not required.

Pay Plan:

Faculty II

Posting Date:

07/31/2024

Closing Date:

10/15/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Along with the application, the following items must be included:

• Letter of application
• Curriculum Vita
• Copies of undergraduate and graduate academic transcripts
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy (maximum 2 pages)
• Proposed Research plan including equipment needs and an approximate budget (maximum 5 pages) (Please submit under "Statement of Research Interest")
• The candidate will submit a diversity and inclusion statement that describes how they would create a supportive and inclusive environment for students of all backgrounds. (Please submit under "Other Document")

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