Assistant Professor in Chemistry - two positions; Biochemistry, field

Job Family Group: Faculty

Time Type: Full time

Department/Office: Chemistry

Exemption Status: Exempt

The Department of Chemistry at Trinity University invites applications for a tenure‑track assistant professor in Chemistry (or Biochemistry) beginning August 2026.

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Postdoctoral research experience or equivalent.
• Strong teaching record or potential; ability to develop undergraduate‑centered curriculum.
• Research program involving undergraduate students in any field of experimental chemistry or biochemistry/chemical biology.

Teaching: 5 lecture and/or laboratory courses per year, including general chemistry and courses related to each subdiscipline.

Research:
Develop a sustainable undergraduate research program and pursue interdisciplinary collaborations.

Service:
Advise departmental majors and participate in institutional service activities.

9‑month appointment (9 or 12 month disbursement) starting August 2026 with a standard pre‑tenure probationary period.

Minimum on‑site attendance (classroom and office hours) is required.

• Internal applicants:
  Apply through Workday via Jobs Hub.
• External applicants:
  Select "Apply Manually" and include required files.

Required application documents (each as a separate PDF, up to five):

• Teaching Philosophy Statement (1‑3 pages).
• Anonymized Statement of Future Research Plans (3‑5 pages).
• Anonymized Statement of Past Research Accomplishments (1‑2 pages).
• Cover Letter.
• Curriculum Vitae (non‑anonymized) with three references.
• Unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate).

Letters of reference should be sent directly to chemistrysearch.

Chemistry Search Committee – chemistrysearch

Human Resources – 210‑999‑7507 or human resources

Review of applications begins October 1st, 2025 and continues until positions are filled.

Trinity University is a secular, independent, private institution located in San Antonio, Texas. The Science School enjoys a $26 million endowment and supports student research and faculty development.

Trinity University is an equal opportunity employer. The Department of Chemistry values academic freedom and diversity and is committed to an inclusive campus.