Job Description

Assistant Professor, Chemistry, College of Arts and Sciences

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

Job Overview
The Department of Chemistry in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Cincinnati seeks applications to fill a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in biochemistry.

Essential Functions
• Develop a vigorous, externally-funded research program that applies innovative approaches, including but not limited to machine learning/artificial intelligence tools, to address fundamental problems in biochemistry.
• Teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in chemistry.
• Advise graduate and undergraduate students.
• Participate in relevant service to the department, college, and university through active participation in various committees such as but not limited to service on doctoral student committees, graduate admissions, and recruiting.
• Collaborate on research in the candidate's area of expertise across the university, including but not limited to the College of Arts and Sciences and the Colleges of Medicine and Pharmacy.

Minimum Requirements
Prior to effective date of appointment, a Ph.D. degree in biochemistry, chemistry, or in a closely related field.

Application Process
In addition to the online application at https://bit.ly/3ZFW2Cg, candidates should include:
• a cover letter defining interest in the position
• a current curriculum vitae
• statement of the proposed research program (3 pages)
• a statement of teaching plans (1 page)
• contact information (telephone and e-mail) for three references

Please use the 'additional documents' feature to include all these required items. We will accept and review applications until the position is filled.

Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.