Job Description Summary
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Auburn University invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Computational and Theoretical Chemistry. The possible research areas include, but are not limited to, electronic structure, reaction dynamics, molecular dynamics, materials design, quantum computing, and data-driven chemistry (artificial intelligence/machine learning). Candidates with expertise and interest in developing theoretical models and algorithms are desired. The successful candidate is expected to establish an extramurally funded, internationally recognized research program. Additionally, the candidate is encouraged to participate in on-campus collaborative efforts such as the Auburn University Center for Multiscale Modeling of Materials and Molecules (CM4; http://aub.ie/cm4). Duties also include teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of research plans (4-8 pages) and teaching philosophy, as well as contact information for three professional references.

At the Auburn University College of Sciences and Mathematics, we value the land grant missions of the university. We are committed to broadening access to higher education in order to cultivate culturally competent professionals. Our department is a community of 28 research and teaching faculty and over 90 graduate students. Additional information about the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is available at: http://www.auburn.edu/chemistry. As an R1, Doctoral University and one of the nation’s premier land, sea, and space grant institutions, Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples. For more information, please visit: http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/. For inquiries about the job, please contact Evangelos Miliordos at [email protected].
Minimum Qualifications
.A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field and at least one year of postdoctoral experience are required at the time employment begins. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills are required. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States at the time employment begins and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.
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Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin November 15th, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
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