Careers at Virginia Tech

The Department of Chemistry at Virginia Tech invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at any academic rank in organic chemistry with expertise in synthetic methodology, medicinal chemistry, and/or catalysis, with an intended start date of Fall 2025.

The applicant is expected to participate actively in the Virginia Tech Center for Drug Discovery. Potential candidates must have a Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related field, establish an internationally recognized research program, effectively teach graduate and undergraduate courses, and commit to developing a culturally diverse educational environment. The Department of Chemistry is committed to building an inclusive community of chemists through programs and activities woven into the department’s research, teaching, and outreach efforts. We welcome applications from diverse, underrepresented candidates.

Applicants must submit application materials online at http://www.jobs.vt.edu in response to job number 530866. Application materials include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a description of research plans, a statement of teaching philosophy (not to exceed two pages), and an inclusive excellence statement (not to exceed two pages). The statement of inclusive excellence should communicate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as evidenced by any previous activities or future plans aimed at expanding diversity and/or mentoring of underrepresented groups and how the applicant will further Virginia Tech’s commitment to building a culturally diverse educational environment (http://www.inclusive.vt.edu/).

Applicants should arrange for at least three letters of recommendation to be submitted (upon request) to receive full consideration. The review of applications will begin on October 7, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

For any questions about the position, please contact Webster Santos, Search Committee Chair, at medchemsearch@vt.edu.

For further information about the position and the Department of Chemistry, please visit www.chem.vt.edu.

- Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field is required; the degree is required at the time of appointment.

Appointment Type

Regular

Commensurate with experience

10/07/2024

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

The position may require some travel to meetings and conferences. 

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