Assistant Professor in Materials Chemistry, Sustainability

The University of Georgia is seeking an Assistant Professor in Materials Chemistry, Sustainability, starting August 1, 2025. This tenure-track position requires a Ph.D. in chemistry and involves teaching at both graduate and undergraduate levels, along with developing an independent research program. The role emphasizes collaboration within the STEM fields as part of a sustainability initiative. Applications must include a cover letter, CV, research interests, teaching philosophy, and references.
External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2025 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 10/09/2024 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Candidates should submit a brief cover letter that addresses interest and fit with the position, along with a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests (6 pages maximum, including a one page overview), and a statement of teaching philosophy and interests (2 pages maximum). Completed applications must include contact information for least three references. References will be contacted later in the search. Questions regarding this position should be directed to the search committee chair, Prof. Tina Salguero (salguero@uga.edu). To receive full consideration, completed applications, including reference letters, should be received by November 15, 2024.
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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Assistant Professor FLSA Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. in chemistry or related field is required at time of appointment.
Position Summary
The University of Georgia Department of Chemistry (chem.uga.edu) invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in MATERIALS CHEMISTRY , beginning August 1, 2025, at the level of ASSISTANT PROFESSOR . This position is part of the University of Georgia "President's Interdisciplinary Faculty Hiring Initiative in Sustainability," which includes a faculty cluster in "Sustainable Materials." Therefore, research synergy and collaborations across the STEM disciplines will be encouraged. The candidate will exhibit a commitment to teaching organic, inorganic, or materials chemistry at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Candidates will be expected to develop a nationally recognized, extramurally funded independent research program, that includes working on large, multidisciplinary grant proposals.
Additional Requirements Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
1 to 2 years of postdoctoral experience is desirable.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
The successful candidate will have expertise in materials. Particular areas of interest include but are not limited to biomass characterization, biomass conversion, biorefinery process and product development, value-added biobased products and the circular bioeconomy, or polymers from renewable resources.

Competitive applicants will have a strong research record, demonstrate creativity in their research plans, exhibit a commitment to excellence in mentoring and teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and show a willingness to participate in department, college, university, and professional service.
Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
• Research Portfolio/Philosophy
Optional Documents