Employment Opportunities

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites applications for the following positions:

Inorganic Chemistry, Assistant or Associate Professor (Tenure-Track): Applicants should expect to be highly research active and will have access to state-of-the-art facilities while working to develop an internationally-recognized, externally-funded research program.  Applicants should also possess an aptitude for excelling as a teacher in both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Applications must be submitted by October 1, 2023. Apply at 126286

Analytical Chemistry, Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track): Applicants should expect to be highly research active and will have access to state of the art facilities while working to develop an internationally-recognized, externally-funded research program.  Applicants should also possess an aptitude for excelling as a teacher in both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Applications must be submitted by October 20, 2023. Apply at 126268

Applicants should have established expertise, possess a doctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent degree) in Chemistry by the time of appointment and be able to begin in August of 2024.  Completion of postdoctoral studies is preferred. 

Submitted materials should include: (a) a cover letter, (b) curriculum vitae, (c) a description of research plans (6-8 pages), (d) a statement of teaching interests and philosophy (1-2 pages), and (e) a copy of a transcript showing the highest degree conferred (if the Ph.D. is in progress, a copy of a transcript listing completed Ph.D. hours should be submitted) (f) contact information for three individuals who will provide letters of recommendation. Candidates invited for an interview will need to provide official transcripts. Complete applications must be submitted by 10/20/2023.

Physical and Analytical Chemistry, Lecturer (Non-Tenure-Track): This is a renewable position, with a six-year promotion path to Senior Lecturer for successful candidates.  Responsibilities include training and guiding Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs), course development, safety, laboratory supervision, undergraduate student oversight, lecturing, and grading. The Lab-Lecturer teams with GTAs to ensure adequate supplies and equipment are available to meet the curriculum.  The candidate will be expected to meet the high standards of Baylor in terms of undergraduate education. Apply at 126284

Applications will be accepted from July 24, 2023 through October 20, 2023. Candidates should possess an earned doctorate degree in Chemistry or a closely related field by the start date of August 1, 2024.  Previous teaching experience is preferred but not required.  Applicants for full-time teaching positions will be asked to provide a statement of religious faith demonstrating understanding and compatibility with Baylor’s Christian mission.

A complete application consists of (1) a cover letter, (2) a current curriculum vitae, (3) an official transcript of the highest degree completed (if a Ph.D. is in progress, a transcript showing hours completed toward the Ph.D. is also required), (4) three letters of recommendation, (5) a statement of teaching philosophy, (6) a statement of religious faith.

The College of Arts and Sciences invites applications for the following positions: 

We are searching for a collaborative faculty member with research experience in Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning for Materials Design (tenure-track) and Quantum Materials Synthesis (senior hire).  The ideal tenure-track candidate would develop new theoretical methods and computational tools based on artificial intelligence and machine learning to predict quantum, electronic, and magnetic properties of materials for next-generation applications.  The ideal candidate would use a broad range of synthesis techniques to precisely engineer optical and electronic materials for future quantum device applications.   These positions will be located in either the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry or the Department of Physics, depending on the qualifications of the candidate selected.

Associate to Full Professor, Tenured, Quantum Materials Synthesis Apply at 126741 by October 15, 2023.

Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, Computational Materials Science Apply at 126821 by October 22, 2023. 

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sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. The University prescribes
standards of personal conduct that are consistent with its religious mission and values. Baylor’s
commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect
of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation,
the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious
exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the
First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women,
minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
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