Assistant/Associate Professor in Experimental Physical Chemistry
- Employer
- University of Kansas
- Location
- Kansas, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Oct 6, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Other Science & Technology
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Title
Assistant/Associate Professor in Experimental Physical Chemistry
Department
Chemistry
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description
40% Teaching
1. Participate actively in undergraduate and graduate instruction in chemistry.
2. Participate in advising both undergraduate and graduate students.
3. Participate in advising and evaluation of graduate students at the Ph.D. and M.S. levels, including doctoral dissertations.
4. Hold regular office hours
40% Research
1. Develop and maintain an active, well-funded research program in experimental physical chemistry or a related field.
2. Publish research findings in appropriate scholarly outlets.
3. Present papers at professional conferences.
20% Service
1. Participate in the regular academic activities of the Department of Chemistry, including committee assignments, oral exams, seminars, and student advising.
2. Provide general service to the Department, College, the University, and the discipline
Collegiality:
All faculty members are expected to act in a manner that promotes collegial relationships and shows respect toward students, staff, and colleagues. Faculty members are expected to meet satisfactory standards of performance in all three areas of responsibility and to carry out those responsibilities in accordance with the Faculty Code of Rights, Responsibilities, and Condu ct .
Req ID(Ex: 10567BR)
20350BR
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity & Access, IOA@ku.edu, 1246 West Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY 9for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses).
Contact Information to Applicants
Search Committee Chair, Cindy Berrie
cberrie@ku.edu
Position Number
00002056
Required Qualifications
Evaluation of the requirements will be made through the following: (1) descriptions of work experience and educational experiences in letter of application, (2) record of accomplishments and productivity addressed in CV, (3) graduate and post-graduate coursework, (4) publications and conference presentations in the field, (5) statement of teaching philosophy, experience in making scientific presentations in physical chemistry, and/or previous teaching experience, and, (6) information provided from professional references.
1. Ph.D. in physical chemistry or closely related field expected by start date of appointment
2. Demonstrable research qualifications in the field of physical chemistry.
3. Well-defined plans for development of a vigorous research program of national and international repute in physical chemistry or a closely allied area.
4. Evidence of ability to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in physical and general chemistry.
5. Demonstrated ability to relate and communicate effectively with graduate students in the context of the research program initiated by the candidate.
Appointment at Associate Professor has the additional required qualifications.
6. Demonstrated ability to obtain substantial external funding to support research efforts.
7. A strong record of independent publications.
8. Have documented support of teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate and graduate level.
9. Have documented service both internally and externally.
Employee Class
F-Faculty
Advertised Salary Range
Commensurate with experience
FTE
1.0
Position Overview
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Kansas is seeking exceptional candidates for a tenure-track position in Experimental Physical Chemistry at the assistant or associate professor level, expected to begin in the Fall of 2022. The Department welcomes candidates with a strong track-record and research interest in any area of experimental physical chemistry. A desire to effectively teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels is expected, and a statement of teaching philosophy and interests is required. A competitive salary will be offered that is commensurate with experience. A Ph.D. in chemistry or closely related field is expected by start date of appointment.
We are also particularly interested in qualified candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity of the Department and academic community. Thus, we strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify as members of groups that are underrepresented in science. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. before the start of the position.
Founded in 1865, KU is the state’s flagship university and as a premier research institution is one of only 34 public members of the prestigious Associate of American University (AAU). The university enrolls more than 28,000 students with many top ranked graduate programs. The campus is situated in the historic, diverse, and culturally vibrant city of Lawrence, KS, which is 40 minutes from the Kansas City metropolitan area.
Reg/Temp
Regular
Application Review Begins
15-Nov-2021
Anticipated Start Date
18-Aug-2022
Additional Candidate Instruction
For a complete announcement and to apply online go to https://employment.ku.edu/academic/20350BR . A complete application package includes: (1) an online application; (2) a cover letter detailing work experience and education experiences; (3) a CV detailing the candidate’s record of accomplishments and productivity; (4) a research statement; (5) graduate and post-graduate coursework; (6) a statement of teaching philosophy; and (7) the names with contact information for three professional references. Letters of recommendation from the three professional references will be requested from candidates of interest following an initial review.
Only complete application packages submitted online will be considered. In addition to the materials above, learning about each applicant’s contribution and engagement in areas of diversity is an important part of KU’s mission. As a result, applicants will be presented the following question at the time of application (response must be within 4,000 characters or less):
Assistant/Associate Professor in Experimental Physical Chemistry
Department
Chemistry
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description
40% Teaching
1. Participate actively in undergraduate and graduate instruction in chemistry.
2. Participate in advising both undergraduate and graduate students.
3. Participate in advising and evaluation of graduate students at the Ph.D. and M.S. levels, including doctoral dissertations.
4. Hold regular office hours
40% Research
1. Develop and maintain an active, well-funded research program in experimental physical chemistry or a related field.
2. Publish research findings in appropriate scholarly outlets.
3. Present papers at professional conferences.
20% Service
1. Participate in the regular academic activities of the Department of Chemistry, including committee assignments, oral exams, seminars, and student advising.
2. Provide general service to the Department, College, the University, and the discipline
Collegiality:
All faculty members are expected to act in a manner that promotes collegial relationships and shows respect toward students, staff, and colleagues. Faculty members are expected to meet satisfactory standards of performance in all three areas of responsibility and to carry out those responsibilities in accordance with the Faculty Code of Rights, Responsibilities, and Condu ct .
Req ID(Ex: 10567BR)
20350BR
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity & Access, IOA@ku.edu, 1246 West Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY 9for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses).
Contact Information to Applicants
Search Committee Chair, Cindy Berrie
cberrie@ku.edu
Position Number
00002056
Required Qualifications
Evaluation of the requirements will be made through the following: (1) descriptions of work experience and educational experiences in letter of application, (2) record of accomplishments and productivity addressed in CV, (3) graduate and post-graduate coursework, (4) publications and conference presentations in the field, (5) statement of teaching philosophy, experience in making scientific presentations in physical chemistry, and/or previous teaching experience, and, (6) information provided from professional references.
1. Ph.D. in physical chemistry or closely related field expected by start date of appointment
2. Demonstrable research qualifications in the field of physical chemistry.
3. Well-defined plans for development of a vigorous research program of national and international repute in physical chemistry or a closely allied area.
4. Evidence of ability to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in physical and general chemistry.
5. Demonstrated ability to relate and communicate effectively with graduate students in the context of the research program initiated by the candidate.
Appointment at Associate Professor has the additional required qualifications.
6. Demonstrated ability to obtain substantial external funding to support research efforts.
7. A strong record of independent publications.
8. Have documented support of teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate and graduate level.
9. Have documented service both internally and externally.
Employee Class
F-Faculty
Advertised Salary Range
Commensurate with experience
FTE
1.0
Position Overview
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Kansas is seeking exceptional candidates for a tenure-track position in Experimental Physical Chemistry at the assistant or associate professor level, expected to begin in the Fall of 2022. The Department welcomes candidates with a strong track-record and research interest in any area of experimental physical chemistry. A desire to effectively teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels is expected, and a statement of teaching philosophy and interests is required. A competitive salary will be offered that is commensurate with experience. A Ph.D. in chemistry or closely related field is expected by start date of appointment.
We are also particularly interested in qualified candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity of the Department and academic community. Thus, we strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify as members of groups that are underrepresented in science. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. before the start of the position.
Founded in 1865, KU is the state’s flagship university and as a premier research institution is one of only 34 public members of the prestigious Associate of American University (AAU). The university enrolls more than 28,000 students with many top ranked graduate programs. The campus is situated in the historic, diverse, and culturally vibrant city of Lawrence, KS, which is 40 minutes from the Kansas City metropolitan area.
Reg/Temp
Regular
Application Review Begins
15-Nov-2021
Anticipated Start Date
18-Aug-2022
Additional Candidate Instruction
For a complete announcement and to apply online go to https://employment.ku.edu/academic/20350BR . A complete application package includes: (1) an online application; (2) a cover letter detailing work experience and education experiences; (3) a CV detailing the candidate’s record of accomplishments and productivity; (4) a research statement; (5) graduate and post-graduate coursework; (6) a statement of teaching philosophy; and (7) the names with contact information for three professional references. Letters of recommendation from the three professional references will be requested from candidates of interest following an initial review.
Only complete application packages submitted online will be considered. In addition to the materials above, learning about each applicant’s contribution and engagement in areas of diversity is an important part of KU’s mission. As a result, applicants will be presented the following question at the time of application (response must be within 4,000 characters or less):
- Please describe your experience, approach or methodologies to create and implement inclusive teaching and advising practices, pedagogical techniques and course materials to create an inclusive classroom environment.
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