Saint Francis University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Chemistry Department beginning August 2020. Strong applicants in all chemistry disciplines are encouraged to apply, but candidates with interests in forensic
chemistry or fermentation chemistry are preferred. Teaching responsibilities include course work and laboratories in the areas of general chemistry and allied health chemistry. Opportunities to teach and perform research with undergraduate students in the field of the candidate will also be available.
The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in chemistry, post-doctoral research experience (preferred), experience in equipment maintenance (preferred), and a commitment to excellence in chemical education in the classroom and in the research laboratory. The Chemistry Department shares a 73,000 square foot Science Center with dedicated research space. Departmental resources include two NMR spectrometers, FTIR-ATR, GC-MS, HPLC, glove box, cold room, and AFM.
To apply: Complete an online application, then submit letter of application, resume, and names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to: positions@francis.edu
Review of applications will begin early October with phone and on-campus interviews planned for October through December. (Search Status: Application material received by September 27, 2019 will receive primary consideration.)
Saint Francis University is a liberal arts institution, located in Loretto, PA, about a 30-minute drive from Altoona, PA and Johnstown, PA.
Saint Francis University is committed to diversity of students, staff, and faculty, and encourages applications from historically underrepresented individuals, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. AA/EOE