Assistant/Associate Professor - Biochemistry job in Greensboro
Greensboro, North Carolina - NC NC A&T State University
Employer: | NC A&T State University |
Job Ref: | Ref_150177 |
Country: | United States |
State: | North Carolina - NC |
City: | Greensboro |
Zip Code: | 27411 |
Position Overview All areas of specialization in experimental biochemistry and biomaterial chemistry will be considered. We are particularly interested in individuals who will establish nationally recognized research with externally funded extramural funding and direct the research activities of MS and PhD students in applied biochemistry and/or biomaterial chemistry. Potential for excellent collaborative opportunities among departmental faculty members, College-wide and University-wide faculty as well as neighboring Triad area universities, exist and are encouraged. The hired faculty is also expected to show commitment to teaching excellence and service. She/he is expected to teach Biochemistry courses and other chemistry courses both at the graduate and undergraduate level, develop courses and curricula, direct students in research, and provide service to the University and community. Individuals with experience in inquiry-based teaching, student-centered learning, and/or in engaging students in investigative laboratory exercises are particularly encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain a vigorous research program for training undergraduate and graduate students in the field of biosensors with applications in detecting diseases, improving health and well-being, and protecting the environment. The selected candidate is expected to secure extramural funding and direct the research activities of MS and PhD students in Applied Chemistry and related areas. Mentoring undergraduate research students is also expected as chemistry majors in the department follow a curriculum designed to provide ample opportunity for research experience. A candidate whose teaching and research efforts will promote the mission of the Chemistry Department and the strategic vision of the College of Science and Technology as well as the University is highly desired. Service to the Department, the College, and the University is also a requirement of the position. The selected faculty will have the ability and willingness to work collaboratively with faculties/colleagues in the sciences, math, and technology areas. The Department of Chemistry’s mission is to educate students to become competent and confident leaders who excel in the global scientific community. Among its core values, the Department is committed to excellence, responsiveness, accountability, intellectual growth, inclusiveness, and collaborative engagement. The department offers a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry in an ACS approved program. Master of Science in Chemistry, and a PhD degree in applied Chemistry concentration under the umbrella of the College’s PhD Program in Applied Science and Technology. The Department of Chemistry consists of 16 full-time tenure track faculty to support the excellence in teaching and research. The Chemistry program is approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS). The undergraduate enrollment currently has approximately 100 Chemistry majors while the graduate enrollment has 22 students including 12 in the AST PhD program. Date Position AvailableAugust 2024 | |
Area of Interest: | Education: Higher-education |
Job Category: | Higher-Ed/Education |
Position type: | Full-Time |
Post Date: | 03/14/24 |
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