Margaret and Herman Sokol Endowed Chair of Medicinal Chemistry

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Job Description The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Montclair State University invites applications for an endowed faculty position: the Margaret and Herman Sokol Endowed Chair of Medicinal Chemistry. This appointment offers opportunities to advance impactful research as part of the Margaret and Herman Sokol Institute for Pharmaceutical Life Sciences. We seek an individual whose vision of academic leadership integrates cutting-edge scientific discovery with student success, career preparation, and societal impact.

Candidates must have a distinguished record of either scholarly achievement, including demonstrated success in developing and sustaining impactful, externally funded research programs, or scientific leadership and significant impact in industry. A commitment to excellence in education and the training and development of future scientists is essential. The Endowed Chair of Medicinal Chemistry is intended for a scholar whose research is focused on the biological activity of organic compounds and includes a significant organic synthesis component.

They will be expected to maintain a nationally recognized program of scholarship and innovation while contributing to the academic mission of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry through undergraduate and graduate teaching, service, and student mentorship. The successful candidate will be placed simultaneously in a tenure-track faculty position at the rank appropriate to his or her experience and qualifications. Tenure upon appointment may be available to candidates whose qualifications are consistent with university standards.

Appointment to the Endowed Chair is for a five-year term, eligible for renewal subject to a performance review. The successful candidate may have the opportunity to serve as the Director of the Margaret and Herman Sokol Institute for Pharmaceutical Life Sciences. The position is intended for an accomplished scholar with credentials appropriate for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry,  medicinal chemistry, or closely related field. Applicants should demonstrate excellence in research, teaching and/or mentoring and be able to contribute to the University's mission.

TEACHING:
The successful candidate will be a member of the department's organic chemistry faculty group and will contribute to the department's organic chemistry teaching and curriculum development. The standard annual load for tenure-track faculty is 12 teaching credit hours (TCH) a semester, with reassigned time (course release) available for faculty with additional responsibilities such as mentoring doctoral faculty or administering programs, as described above.

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