Assistant​/Associate Professor, Polymer Chemistry

Position Overview

Title: Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure-Track)

Start Date: August 16, 2026

Location: Gainesville, FL (Main Campus)

• Conduct innovative, independent research in polymer chemistry, establishing an externally funded program.
• Excellence in teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Engage with the Butler Polymer Research Laboratory and the Center for Macromolecular Science and Engineering.

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field.

• Postdoctoral experience.

• Salary competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Health insurance (individuals, families, domestic partners). Vision, dental, long-term disability.
• Retirement options:
  Florida Retirement System, State University System, Investment plan, Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid leave, sick-leave pool, maternity/paternity leave.

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). (note: link omitted due to tag restrictions).

A complete application includes (1) letter of application summarizing qualifications, interests, suitability; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) statement of teaching philosophy; (4) proposed research projects; (5) names and email addresses of three references. An email will be sent to references to upload confidential letters.

Applications will be reviewed starting October 30, 2025 and remain open until filled.

All candidates are subject to pre-employment screening including criminal record review, reference checks, and verification of education.

Health assessment required:
No.

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. Funding complied with Florida Sunshine Law. Disability accommodations available.