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Assistant Professor of Chemistry
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A College Professor or Instructor teaches students beyond the high school level, including undergraduate and graduate students. Teaches subjects ranging from liberal arts (literature, history, languages) to sciences, mathematics, business, art., music or technology. Conducts research and supervises student research. Teaches at a public or private college, in a two year or four year degree program.
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Job Description
The Department of Chemistry at Susquehanna University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in analytical chemistry to start in August 2027. Primary teaching duties will include courses in the department's introductory sequence (General Chemistry, Methods of Chemical Analysis), plus a special topics course in the candidate's area of expertise. In addition, the opportunity exists to participate in the university's First Year Seminar program. The successful candidate is also expected to develop a research program in analytical or bioanalytical chemistry that has significant undergraduate student involvement. A Ph.D. in Chemistry is required, and college-level teaching experience and/or postdoctoral research experience is strongly preferred. Preference will also be given to candidates who have a background in chromatography (HPLC, LC/MS). The successful candidate will demonstrate strong evidence for the potential to provide excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of research plans including instrumentation needs and a description of how undergraduate students will be involved, and the names and contact information of three references online. Any inquiries should be sent to the Department Head, Dr. Swarna Basu, basu@susqu.edu . For information about the Department and its facilities, please visit https://www.susqu.edu/academics/majors-and-minors/department-of-chemistry . Review of applications will begin on October 5, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.