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Assistant Professor-Chemistry & Physics- Forensic Chemistry

Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO, US

Responsibilities

The Department of Chemistry and Physics at Southeast Missouri State University is seeking qualified applicants for a tenure track faculty position to support our forensic chemistry program. The position is available August 01, 2026. 

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Teach forensic chemistry and other chemistry courses at the introductory and advanced levels
  • Support the forensic chemistry program and forensic chemistry majors through, for example: Curriculum development, academic advising, assisting students with internship placement and career development, fostering and expanding relationships with the local crime lab, etc.
  • Establish a productive, multifaceted research program involving undergraduates
  • Participate in service activities to the department, college, university including but not limited to academic advising, committee membership, public service and outreach, on-campus engagement, and student recruitment and retention

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. (with Ph.D. by August 2026) in Forensic Chemistry or another chemistry-related field (analytical chemistry, biochemistry, organic chemistry, etc.). Degree must be from a regionally accredited or internationally accredited/government certified university.
  • Demonstrated potential to develop successful research involving undergraduates
  • Demonstrated experience teaching chemistry at the college/university level as a graduate assistant, instructor, or above
  • Experience or potential for program leadership in forensic chemistry • Proven ability to work collaboratively and professionally with faculty, staff, and students in a collegial academic environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated evidence of commitment to teamwork, collegiality, and collaboration when interacting with others within and outside of the university community.

Compensation

Depends on Qualifications

How to apply

Application Deadline: The position is available August 1, 2026, and will remain open until filled. 

To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by January 21, 2026. To Apply: Submit the following items online by clicking on the link https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/semoedu/promotionaljobs 

  1. Letter of interest addressing experience and all position qualifications.
  2. Current curriculum vitae.
  3. Statement of teaching experience and philosophy
  4. Description of proposed research program
  5. Unofficial copies of transcripts. (Official transcripts are required when an offer of employment is accepted.)
  6. Name, affiliation, and contact information for three current professional references.

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