Assistant Professor in Experimental Biochemistry

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Assistant Professor, Fall 2027

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in Experimental Biochemistry with an appointment to begin Fall 2027.

The department is committed to a mission where teaching and research are closely intertwined. We aspire to provide our students with high‑quality classroom instruction and hands‑on research experience, preparing them for successful careers in science. Candidates who support this mission and work with a diverse student body, including underrepresented populations, first‑generation students, and students from low‑income backgrounds, are especially encouraged to apply.

We provide equal opportunity in education and employment to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin in accordance with California law and federal civil rights laws. CSUF complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, and other applicable anti‑discrimination laws.

We prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs and policies.

The successful candidate will teach and mentor a diverse student population, initiate and sustain an active experimental biochemistry research program involving undergraduate and master’s students, and devote time to departmental, college, and university service. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate lecture and laboratory courses in Biochemistry such as Metabolism and Nutritional Biochemistry, and specialty courses in the candidate’s area of expertise.

New faculty receive start‑up funds, research lab space, and a reduced instructional workload during the first two years.

The candidate will also contribute to the life and development of the department, advise students, serve on committees, and participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities.

• A Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemistry, chemical biology, biological chemistry, or a closely related field and relevant postdoctoral experience at the time of appointment.
• A strong commitment to and demonstrated potential for effective and engaging teaching using student‑centered pedagogy, active learning, and inquiry‑based approaches.
• A record of research productivity in experimental biochemistry or closely related fields.
• A proven ability to develop and maintain an independent, funded experimental biochemistry research program that engages undergraduate and master’s level students, resulting in peer‑reviewed publications with CSUF student co‑authors.
• The ability to communicate with and effectively mentor an ethnically and culturally diverse campus population.

A complete online application must be submitted electronically. Candidates should provide the following materials:

• Cover letter responding to the required qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Teaching statement (maximum 2 pages) describing teaching philosophy, strategies for engaging diverse students, and relevant experience.
• Research statement (maximum 4 pages) outlining research goals, projects designed to engage students, mentorship plans, funding strategies, and equipment needs.
• Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (max 500 words) describing how the applicant’s experience, commitments, and future plans align with inclusive education.
• Three reference letters (finalists must submit letters of recommendation).
• Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable for initial review).
• Additional materials may be requested for semifinalists or finalists.

Package includes health, vision, and dental plans; fee‑waiver for spouse, domestic partner, and dependents; campus child‑care access; and a defined‑benefit retirement through the state system with optional tax‑shielding opportunities. New employees subject to a 10‑year vesting period for…