Job Description

Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry with a preferred start date of August 2026. This is a nine-month contracted position and is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities
Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in chemistry and/or biochemistry, with a specialization in courses related to analytical chemistry and applications broadly related to forensic science and/or pharmaceutical chemistry.
Mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
Taking a leadership role in the development of an externally funded, collaborative research program with undergraduate and graduate students as contributing co-investigators.
Committing to teaching that advances student success and prioritizes meaningful investment in KSU students.
Participation in professional service activities within the Department, the College of Science and Mathematics, the University and beyond.
Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.


Required Qualifications
A Doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related discipline is required at the time of hire.
Post-doctoral training, or equivalent relevant postgraduate experiences with a demonstrated track record of peer-reviewed publications.
A well-articulated research agenda in analytical chemistry capable of generating external funding and appropriate for including graduate (M.S.) and undergraduate research students.
A clear philosophy of teaching in their area of expertise

Preferred Qualifications
Prior teaching experience, especially in analytical/instrumental chemistry.
Prior success in obtaining extramural funding, especially those that may be transferable to this position.
Candidates with expertise in analytical method development and validation; forensic and/or pharmaceutical analysis; and AI applications in analytical chemistry including data processing, laboratory automation, and compound identification/prediction are especially encouraged to apply.

Required Documents to Attach
CV
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
Statement of Research/Scholarship Interests including which areas of chemistry your program will engage in, and a list of equipment needs (5 pages max)
Statement of Teaching Philosophy, including how you will advance student success at KSU (2 pages max)
Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references
Incomplete applications will not be considered.