Assistant Professor of Physical Chemistry - Department of Chemistry

C. Eugene Bennett Department of Chemistry
Assistant Professor – Physical Chemistry
West Virginia University

The C. Eugene Bennett Department of Chemistry in the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences at West Virginia University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Physical Chemistry starting August 2027.

The C. Eugene Bennett Department of Chemistry is a vibrant community of chemists, providing the infrastructure and training experiences that allow WVU students to become leaders in all fields of chemistry. There are lecture and laboratory courses in the general areas of analytical, biochemistry, inorganic, organic and physical chemistry, in addition to more specialized courses. Undergraduate students are provided opportunities to participate in cutting-edge research with faculty mentors, developing the ability to understand complex concepts and apply problem solving skills to contemporary chemical problems. Graduate student researchers work independently in their chosen fields in addition to teaching undergraduate laboratory courses. The Department consists of 9 tenured and tenure-track faculty, 10 teaching faculty, and about 60 graduate students, organized around traditional and cross-cutting research areas. Further information can be found at the Department website: https://www.chemistry.wvu.edu/.

Responsibilities:

The applicant is expected to establish an externally funded, nationally competitive research program in Physical Chemistry with a focus on computational chemistry and the application of artificial intelligence to chemical problems. Teaching responsibilities will normally include classes that complement the Chemistry Department’s current offerings at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The expected teaching load is 2 courses per year plus contributions to instruction through the graduate research program based on expected high research activity. The candidate will also be expected to serve the community, university, and profession.