Assistant Professor of Chemistry (Biochemistry)

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Locations:

Bristol, RI

Posted:

Dec 17, 2025

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time Regular Ref. No.:2089 Position 

ID:

195812

About Roger Williams University:

At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve challenging problems with innovative solutions. RWU offers 50 majors and robust offerings of graduate and professional programs across eight schools of study including Rhode Island's only law school, with campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I. With small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends the strength of liberal arts and professional studies, providing all students with the depth and breadth of interdisciplinary thinking and well-rounded knowledge necessary to succeed in our interconnected, global world. RWU is committed to strengthening society through engaged scholarship so that students graduate with the ability to think critically and apply the practical skills that today's employers demand. Roger Williams University seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value all races, genders, identities, and abilities. RWU is committed to creating a thriving community that encourages lifelong learning, professional development, and academic innovation. To learn more about Roger Williams University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please visit .

Job Description:

The Department of Chemistry invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Chemistry beginning August 2026. We seek candidates with expertise in biochemistry or a closely related field, with preference given to those who can also contribute to our general chemistry curriculum. A successful candidate hired to this position will be expected to teach biochemistry, advanced biochemistry, and related laboratory experiences and teach in the general chemistry curriculum. The department has a strong tradition of faculty-mentored undergraduate research, and the successful candidate is expected to establish an active research program that meaningfully involves undergraduate students. In addition to maintaining an engaging research agenda, the position includes student advising and participation in departmental and college service. We are especially interested in candidates who demonstrate a deep commitment to undergraduate education, collaborative mentoring, inclusive teaching practices, and active engagement with the college and broader community.

Requirements:

Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Chemistry, or closely related discipline and evidence of teaching ability are required. Candidates with postdoctoral training are preferred and experience teaching undergraduates, both in lecture and in the laboratory, is preferable