Assistant Professor of Chemistry

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Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Job Category:

Faculty

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Assistant Professor

Position Summary:

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications for a tenure-track position in Analytical or Physical Chemistry.  This a full-time, nine-month, benefits eligible position starting in August 2027.  There may be an opportunity to begin in January 2027.

This position is a faculty position with responsibilities for teaching a full faculty load in Chemistry.  The successful candidate is expected to build an undergraduate research program and participate actively in service to the Department, College of EMS, and University.  Teaching assignments are expected to come from a pool of general chemistries, and upper-level courses in analytical and possibly physical chemistry.  Supporting the Chemistry Department initiatives and programs related to forensic science applications is expected. 

Key Job Responsibilities:

Teaching responsibilities include lecture and lab courses in general chemistry, and upper-level courses in analytical chemistry. Curriculum development in analytical chemistry is expected. The successful candidate is expected to establish an independent research program that involves undergraduate students. Additional responsibilities include seeking external funding for undergraduate research, contributing to Departmental emphases related to forensic science applications and programming, assisting with instrument maintenance, academic advising, performing committee service and other duties as assigned.

Chemistry Department
The Chemistry Department currently consists of 9 tenured/tenure-track faculty, 3 instructional academic staff, and 2 lab technicians. The Department offers BS degrees in Chemistry that include program emphases certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS). Available degree emphases include a standard track, Biochemistry, Criminalistics, and Criminalistics with a DNA focus. The Criminalistics Emphases are unique undergraduate programs in the State. The Department also offers a Chemistry Minor and a 2-year Pre-Pharmacy Program. The Department has approximately 80 majors and graduates 12 to 15 students per year. Faculty within the program work

closely with students and provide several opportunities for undergraduate research. For more information, please see the departmental web page at:

https://www.uwplatt.edu/department/chemistry.

College of Engineering, Mathematics, and Science

The College of EMS serves 2,653 undergraduate students and 73 graduate students. The College of EMS values being a key player in our undergraduate students’ success through teaching excellence, continuously improving our teaching skills, creating engaging learning environments, and implementing known best practices in STEM education, nurturing a culture of care toward our students and our colleagues, serving students with a wide range of preparation and meeting our students where they are, preparing our students for the rigors of the STEM workplace through high standards, and providing job-ready skills to our students through authentic, applied, and hands-on learning experiences.

Application Deadline:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 7, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• A letter of application addressing all required qualifications.
• A curriculum vitae or resume.
• A separate statement of teaching philosophy and experience (2 page limit).
• A separate statement of research plans that includes projects to engage undergraduate students (3 page limit).
• Copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable).
• Contact information (name, telephone number, and email address) for three professional references (at least one of whom can speak to teaching ability).

Legal Notices and Important Information: 

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

 

The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request, the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.

 

The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program, university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources.

 

Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination, an environment that fosters mutual respect, recognizes the dignity and worth of all people, and promotes to the fullest, equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.

 

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Annual Security & Annual Fire Safety Report is available for review. Call the UW-Platteville Campus Police Office at 608.342.1584 for a paper copy of the annual report.

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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