Assistant Professor of Chemistry; Bioorganic Chemistry

Position: Assistant Professor of Chemistry (Bioorganic Chemistry)
Location: Princess Anne

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:

The Department of Natural Sciences (DNS) at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track assistant professor position from chemists in analytical biochemistry. DNS houses the biology, chemistry, biochemistry, and environmental science undergraduate programs and graduate programs in chemistry, marine estuarine and environmental sciences, and toxicology creating an outstanding collaborative environment. We seek candidates who have the capacity to teach to a diverse student population and prepare students broadly for futures in industry, government, and graduate and professional schools.

Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored Met Life, USM sponsored Met Life Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, sick leave 15 days per year, and collegial leave.

Responsibilities:

* Teaching undergraduate and graduate chemistry courses in support of our

ACS-certified biochemistry and chemistry programs and courses in the

candidate's specific areas of expertise.

* Create a strong, collaborative research program in biochemistry,

metabolomics, and biomolecule detection that complements research

across the School of Agriculture and Natural Sciences (SANS) in the

environmental and toxicology programs.

* Secure funding from various agencies to support his or her research.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required

Minimum Qualifications:

* PhD in Chemistry from an accredited institution.

* Experience teaching and/or mentoring undergraduates and implementing

research projects.

Required Knowlege/Skills/Abilities:

* Research skills related to the isolation, detection, purification of biological

and environmental metabolites.

* Ability to develop an independent research program in this area. ·

* Desire to develop pedagogical skills and teach general chemistry and

biochemistry.

* Strong writing skills.

* Ability to motivate and inspire a diverse student body to be successful

Physical Demands:

* May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk.

* May require lifting up to 25 lbs.

* Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and

internally.

* Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Preferences: N/A

Licenses/

Certifications:

N/A

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials:
Qualified candidates should submit (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae including publication list, (3) a statement of teaching and mentorship philosophy, (4) a statement that describes the applicant's prior and current research and their vision and plans for future research, (5) a statement that describes the applicant's commitment to and experience in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, and (6) the names of three current, professional references to include email addresses and telephone numbers.

Please visit  to apply. The successful candidate must be able to accept employment in the United States without Employer Immigration sponsorship. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Jonathan Cumming, Professor and Chair, Department of Natural Sciences, email: jrcumming;
Telephone: .

Best Consideration Date: N/A

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Department

UMES-AGNS-Natural Sciences

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$80,

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex…