ASST PROF // CHEM OF SMALL BIOACTIVE MOLECULES | University of Iowa - Military Veterans

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Iowa solicits applications to fill a tenure-track Assistant Professor position, with an anticipated start date in August 2025. Prospective candidates whose research focuses on aspects of the chemistry of bioactive small molecules are encouraged to apply, with no preference for traditional area of chemistry (analytical, inorganic, organic, or physical). The University of Iowa is a Big Ten institution with an enrollment of approximately 31,500 students. The Department currently consists of 24 tenured/tenure-track faculty members, 5 instructional track faculty, and approximately 120 graduate students. We offer excellent facilities within chemistry including staffed glass shop, electronics shop, and an abundant array of shared instrumentation. The campus also provides several well-equipped Central Research Facilities ( https://research.uiowa.edu/core-facilities ). Highly competitive salaries and start-up packages are provided. Faculty within the Department of Chemistry have established ties with national laboratories, state facilities, and industrial partners, and there are opportunities for collaborations with the highly ranked University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Application Information Please submit applications online at https://jobs.uiowa.edu/content/faculty (refer to requisition number #75350). Application materials must include a cover letter addressing the candidate's academic qualifications and professional experience, a CV, and an unofficial academic transcript for any graduate work completed. Applicants should also provide 1) a planned research program document that describes their current expertise and future goals for an independent research program; 2) a statement of teaching interests and experiences that describes their beliefs, practices, and interests in teaching, including information about how their teaching, service, and/or scholarship has supported the success of students from a variety of backgrounds, and 3) names and e-mail addresses of three references. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Informal inquiries and questions may be addressed to the Department Executive Officer, Renee Cole (renee-cole@uiowa.edu). Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. Additionally, the candidate will undergo a comprehensive background check, including criminal history and credential verification. The Department and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are strongly committed to fostering a welcoming and respectful academic and workplace environment; the strategic plans of the University and College reflect this commitment. The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.