Assistant Professor of Chemistry - Tenure-Track

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent (UMSV) is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other.

The School of Natural and Mathematical Sciences at the University of Mount Saint Vincent invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Chemistry beginning Fall 2026
. We seek candidates with expertise in Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, or Analytical Chemistry
, with research interests that may include (but are not limited to)
synthetic, environmental, medicinal, or chemical biology (for Biochemistry).

• Teaching undergraduate courses in the candidate’s area of specialization (analytical, biochemistry, or organic chemistry), as well as chemistry for nursing students, and chemistry for non-science majors.
• Conducting research appropriate for a liberal arts college setting, with opportunities to mentor undergraduate students.
• Demonstrating excellence in teaching, maintaining an active scholarly agenda, and contributing to college service.

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related discipline, with specialization in Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, or Analytical Chemistry.
• Prior teaching experience in higher education is preferred but not required.

The annual salary for this role is $70,000 - $74,000.

• PTO and Sick days
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Enhanced Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% employer sponsored Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Commuter Benefits Participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program