Assistant Professor - Organic Chemistry

Assistant Professor - Organic Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at Oklahoma State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Organic Chemistry to begin August 2025. The candidate is expected to teach in both the graduate and undergraduate programs and develop a nationally recognized, externally-funded research program. An appointment at the Assistant Professor rank requires a doctoral degree in chemistry or a closely related field, and postdoctoral experience in Organic Chemistry is desirable. Previous teaching and/or mentoring experience is also preferred, as the candidate will be expected to support the learning needs of students from all backgrounds and demonstrate a commitment to improving access to higher education for all populations.

About Oklahoma State University and the Department of Chemistry

Oklahoma State University - Stillwater is a Carnegie Tier 1 research university and the flagship campus of the OSU system. The university has excellent facilities for research and instruction, including a shared high-performance computing center and the largest NMR facility in the state of Oklahoma. The Chemistry department and faculty are stakeholders and stewards of both of these world-class research facilities, enabling specialized and collaborative research across OSU, the state, and the country. The Chemistry faculty have a broad series of specialties and actively funded research projects, including multiple NSF CAREER awards and individual-lab and collaborative NIH, NSF, and EPA grants.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit https:///eeo.okstate.edu.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a cover letter, current CV, research plan, teaching statement, and three letters of reference at the application link listed below. The research plan can range from a well-developed research proposal to a cohesive collection of research ideas, and it should include a description of any necessary specialized instrumentation. The teaching statement should include a discussion of relevant teaching and/or mentoring experience, including teaching assistantships. Letters can also be mailed to Organic Chemistry Search Committee, 107 Physical Science, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078. The position is contingent upon availability of funding.

The requested application documents must be submitted to