Chemistry Professor

Job Opportunity: The Department of Chemistry at Virginia Tech invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at any academic rank in organic chemistry with expertise in synthetic methodology, medicinal chemistry, and/or catalysis. The successful candidate will participate actively in the Virginia Tech Center for Drug Discovery and establish an internationally recognized research program. The position requires a Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related field and a commitment to developing a culturally diverse educational environment. The Department of Chemistry is committed to building an inclusive community of chemists through programs and activities woven into the department's research, teaching, and outreach efforts. We welcome applications from diverse, underrepresented candidates. The review of applications will begin on October 7, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. For further information about the position and the Department of Chemistry, please visit Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field is required; the degree is required at the time of appointment. Appointment Type: Regular Salary Information: Commensurate with experience About Virginia Tech: Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Leslie Cherry-Marshall at during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. Advertised: September 26, 2024

Applications close:Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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