Open Rank - Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor - Chemistry

Job Description

The Department of Chemistry at Virginia Tech is expanding its research presence in the broad area of experimental Energy Research through a tenure-track faculty position at any academic rank. The position interfaces with a College of Science-wide effort to increase the University’s presence in the energy field. Candidates with proposed research in energy storage, management, efficiency, and/or conversion to bring new molecular insights into materials, processes, or devices are encouraged to apply. The position will amplify our existing strengths, which include battery science, solar energy conversion, catalysis, energy efficient materials, advanced X-ray and NMR characterization, and mechanism/theory-based materials modeling and design. The position will ideally start in Fall 2025 at our Blacksburg, VA campus.

A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field is required; the degree is required at the time of appointment. The successful candidate must establish an internationally recognized research program and effectively teach graduate and undergraduate courses. We welcome applications from diverse, underrepresented candidates.

Applications must be submitted online at http://www.jobs.vt.edu in response to job number 830865. Application materials include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, detailed research plan, statement of teaching philosophy (not to exceed two pages), and an inclusive excellence statement (not to exceed two pages). The statement of inclusive excellence should communicate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as evidenced by any previous activities or future plans aimed at expanding diversity and/or mentoring of underrepresented groups, and how the applicant will further Virginia Tech’s commitment to build a culturally diverse educational environment (http://www.inclusive.vt.edu/).

Applicants should arrange for at least three letters of recommendation to be submitted (upon request) to receive full consideration. Review of applications will begin on October 7, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

For any questions specifically related to the positions, please contact Feng Lin, Search Committee Chair, at energysearch@vt.edu.

For further information about the position and the Department of Chemistry, please visit www.chem.vt.edu.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field is required; the degree is required at the time of appointment.

 

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience 

Review Date

10/07/2024

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

The position may require occasional travel to meetings and conferences. 

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

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