Chemistry (Forensic Chemistry), Tenure-Track Faculty Position Available In Rutherford, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: Middle Tennessee State University is hiring a full-time, tenure-track Chemistry (Forensic Chemistry) faculty member. The position requires a terminal degree in chemistry or a related field, with a focus on research, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and contributing to departmental and interdisciplinary programs. The salary and rank are based on experience and education. Application review date is 11/10/2024.
Job Description
Chemistry (Forensic Chemistry), Tenure-Track Faculty
Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Full-time Education
Posted on April 14, 2025
Job Title
Chemistry (Forensic Chemistry), Tenure-Track Faculty
Department
Chemistry
University Expectation
MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.
Salary
The salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience.
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Department of Chemistry at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#103250) in Forensic Chemistry at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2025.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic department with 33 full-time faculty members offering ACS-certified degrees in Chemistry and ASBMB accredited Biochemistry, a MS degree in Chemistry, and Ph.D. degrees in three interdisciplinary science programs (Computational Science, Molecular Biosciences, and Mathematics & Science Education). To learn more about our department, please visit mtsu/chemistry.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain an externally, nationally recognized funded research program that will contribute to the accredited interdisciplinary B.S. program in Forensic Science.
Engage undergraduate and graduate students in research activities.
Enthusiastically and effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses in forensic science and chemistry.
Contribute to the interdisciplinary B.S. program in Forensic Science.
Participate in departmental, college, university, and community service activities.
Contribute to one of the Ph.D. programs in Computational Science, Molecular Biosciences, or Mathematics and Science Education.
Required Education
A terminal degree in chemistry or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.
Other Desirables
Applicants with post-doctoral experience will receive special consideration.
Documents Needed to Apply
To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of online application.
Special Instruction to Applicants
For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage at mtsu/facultyrecruitment/.
If you need help applying, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (615) 898-5128. If you have position-specific questions, please contact John DiVincenzo at John.
DiVincenzomtsu.
MTSU offers a comprehensive package, including but not limited to the following:
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
13 paid University holidays
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Retirement plans
Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
Educational for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at w1.mtsu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Tfore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU,
please call 615-898-2929 or email empmtsu.
Application Review Date:
11/10/2024
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