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University of St. Thomas

Assistant Professor - Organic Chemistry

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University of St. Thomas

Houston, US · Full-time · $85,000 – $115,000

About this role

The University of St. Thomas (UST), a private Catholic university committed to the liberal arts and the religious, ethical, and intellectual tradition of Catholic higher education, invites applications from outstanding candidates for a full-time non-tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Organic Chemistry. The position is in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. The start date is August 2026.

General responsibilities include teaching undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses in organic chemistry. Candidates will develop a research program involving and suited for undergraduate student participation. Service activities support the department and university as needed.

Join the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at UST, emphasizing excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. A commitment to the university's mission aligns with Catholic higher education values. The environment fosters undergraduate involvement in research and learning.

This role offers opportunities to mentor students, advance organic chemistry scholarship, and contribute to a faith-based liberal arts community. Applications are reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled. Practicing Catholics who advance the mission are preferred, though all qualified applicants are invited.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry or Organic Chemistry
  • Excellence in teaching
  • Excellence in scholarship
  • Excellence in service
  • Commitment to the university's mission

Responsibilities

  • Teach undergraduate lecture courses in organic chemistry
  • Conduct undergraduate laboratory courses in organic chemistry
  • Develop a research program suited for undergraduate student participation
  • Involve undergraduate students in organic chemistry research projects
  • Perform service activities as needed by the department
  • Engage in service activities for the university
  • Mentor undergraduate students in research and lab work

Benefits

  • Equal opportunity employer
  • Invites all qualified applicants to apply
  • Review of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled