Assistant Professor in Analytical Chemistry

Job No: 537292
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Physical/Mathematical Sciences
Department:  - LS-CHEMISTRY-GENERAL

Title: Assistant Professor

Minimum Requirements: Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field

The University of Florida, Department of Chemistry, invites applications for a tenure‑track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Analytical Chemistry, broadly defined, whose research complements that of existing faculty. The appointment will commence on August 16, 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct innovative research at the highest level and establish an outstanding, independent, externally funded research program. We seek candidates with a record of excellence in research and scholarship and an ability to excel in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Conduct independent, innovative research in analytical chemistry and pursue external funding.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemistry and related subjects.
• Participate in departmental service, mentoring, and institutional responsibilities.

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field.
• Strong record of scholarly productivity and excellence in teaching.

• Postdoctoral experience is desirable.

• Health insurance, including vision, dental, long‑term disability, and more.
• Retirement options:
  Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid leave, sick‑leave pool, maternity/paternity leave, and leave payouts.

• Submit a complete application online (click Apply Now at the top of the posting).
• Include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and a statement of proposed research projects (5 page maximum).
• Provide names and email addresses of three references; an email will be sent to confirm confidential letters.
• Applications will be reviewed beginning October 31, 2025, and remain open until filled.

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All candidates for employment are subject to a pre‑employment screening that includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education. Florida Sunshine Law and public record laws apply. If an accommodation due to disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD).

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The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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