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EEO Statement Wright State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Faculty Rank or Job Title Assistant Professor, Chemistry (2 positions) Job Category: Faculty/Instructional Department Chemistry EEO number: 25Y059 Position FTE 100% Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate Negotiable Salary Band: N/A Job Summary/Basic Function: Wright State University invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions—one with expertise in environmental chemistry; and the other in medicinal chemistry starting in Fall 2025 semester. A commitment to establishing an independent, highly competitive research program and effective teaching foundations and strategies to contribute to strengthening the undergraduate and graduate programs related to environmental chemistry, toxicology, and medicinal/pharmaceutical chemistry is expected. Minimum Qualifications Position one: PhD in environmental chemistry, analytical chemistry, or related field, with demonstrated excellence in teaching and research in areas covering environmental chemistry and toxicology.

Position two: PhD in medicinal chemistry or related field, with demonstrated excellence in teaching and research in areas covering pharmaceutical chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and toxicology.

Preferred Qualifications At least two years of experience as a postdoctoral researcher or in a related postgraduate position.


Essential Functions and percent of time: The standard workload for both positions is as follows:
Teaching – 55%Scholarship – 30%Service – 15%

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd): Non-Essential Functions and percent of time: Working Conditions To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.

Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees. Special Instructions to Applicants In your cover letter, please indicate which of the two positions you are interested in. Posting Date 12/10/2024 First Consideration Date: 01/31/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions

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* Do you have a PhD in environmental chemistry, analytical chemistry, or related field? Yes No * Do you have a PhD in medicinal chemistry or related field? Yes No * How did you hear about this position at Wright State University? Please check all that apply. WSU Careers website Academic Careers Academic Keys Chronicle Diversity in Higher Ed Diverse Issues in Higher Ed Facebook HBCU Higher Ed Jobs Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn Social Media Personal referral Women in Higher Ed Other Job Fair or Hiring Event Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume/CV References Research Statement Teaching Statement Copies of Transcripts Optional Documents