Assistant Professor, Organic Chemistry (6105)

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Assistant Professor, Organic Chemistry (6105)

Working Position Title Assistant Professor, Organic Chemistry (6105)

Classification Title

Position Number

Position Number

Posting Date

Posting Date 10/18/2024

Closing Date

Priority Review Date

Priority Review Date 11/24/2024

Business Unit Description

Business Unit Description Faculty

Full-Time/Part Time

Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time

FTE

FTE 1.00

Position Status

Position Status Regular

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Job Code

Job Code 2000

Union Representation

Union Representation Union

Union Code

Union Code N/A

Unit/Department

College/Unit

College/Unit College of LA&S Dean

Division

Division Academic Division

Location

Location FR 319

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Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Northern Illinois University ( NIU ) anticipates hiring a tenure-track Assistant Professor in any area of Chemistry, however, preference will be given to candidates with an emphasis in the broad area of organic chemistry. The candidate is expected to establish a robust, externally funded research program that involves graduate and undergraduate student researchers. The ideal candidate will be able to teach undergraduate courses in organic chemistry and graduate courses in organic or related areas of chemistry. Experience working with diverse populations of students as well as evidence of inclusive and engaging teaching practices are highly desirable.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Department occupies part of two buildings, La Tourette Hall and Faraday Hall. There is a substantial research infrastructure within the department, including state-of-the-art NMR instrumentation.

The university’s Division of Research and Innovation Partnerships supports a growing external funding portfolio, approaching $60 million in 2024, and research infrastructure across campus, including the Office of Research Development which supports new and junior faculty to build their research programs, the Molecular Analysis Core ( MAC ) facility which is a state-of-the-art chemical analysis laboratory focused on mass spectrometry and optical spectroscopy and the Center for Research Computing and Data that recently added a $1.2 million high performance computing facility. The MAC facility is located in La Tourette Hall with the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. This facility is available for the new assistant professor to use to support their research program.

Position Summary

The Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry will establish a robust, externally funded research program that involves graduate and undergraduate student researchers. The faculty member will be able to teach undergraduate courses in organic chemistry and graduate courses in organic or related areas of chemistry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Establish a vigorous, externally funded program in organic chemistry or related area
• Teach undergraduate courses in organic chemistry for majors and non-majors
• Teach graduate courses in organic chemistry or in other areas of chemistry
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate student research projects
• Serve effectively at the department, college, and university levels, as well as with the community.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in chemistry or a closely related field.
• A minimum of one-year postdoctoral experience.
• Demonstrated research and publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Potential for supervising graduate and undergraduate research students.
• Evidence of teaching experience in classroom or laboratory settings.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to teach, mentor, and support students from diverse and varied backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of teaching experience in classroom or laboratory settings.
• History of engagement and service to the profession at the local, state, and/or national level.
• Evidence of potential for securing external funding
• Ability to teach undergraduate courses in organic chemistry for chemistry majors and non-majors and graduate courses in organic or related areas of chemistry.

Physical Demands Summary

• Typical classroom/instructional environment

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

Anticipated Appointment Start Date 08/16/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year

Percent of Staff Year 0.75

Standard Hours Per Week 37.50

Salary Commensurate with experience and qualifications. NIU offers a robust benefits package.

• A description of research plans including start-up requests
• A teaching philosophy that includes a brief discussion of your approach to equity in the classroom
• Names and contact information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin immediately following November 24, 2024, and preference will be given to applications received by this date. Applications submitted after November 24 are welcomed, but will be considered as needed.

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX CoordinatorHealth Services Building Room 230

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at .

• List of at least 3 Professional References
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research Philosophy
• List of at least 3 Professional References

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