Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry-Analytical Chemistry

Description

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Oklahoma seeks applicants for two full-time tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor in Analytical Chemistry, with a preference in Mass Spectrometry in Life Sciences, with a starting date of August 15, 2026, and teaching one course per semester.  The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry encourages applications from all interested and qualified parties.  Our mission statement and other information can be found at chem.ou.edu.  

 

The successful candidate will have experience in Analytical Chemistry, with a preference for mass spectrometry (MS), and an emphasis on applying this technique to solve urgent problems in the life sciences.  The candidate will align with the OU Strategic Theme of "The Future of Health" and contribute to the growing community in life sciences, drug discovery, disease diagnosis, and treatment as part of the OU Institute for the Future of Health.  These new hires will also promote interactions and collaborations among members of the OU Norman Campus, OU Health Campus, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, Oklahoma State University, and the University of Tulsa.  Because modern mass spectrometry techniques can be applied to various research areas, these new faculty members will enhance studies across multiple life sciences disciplines.  The department is seeking an innovative teacher and colleague who is prepared to inspire our chemistry and biochemistry students interested in the life sciences.

 

Qualifications

Ph.D. or equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related fields, and preferably postdoctoral research experience.

A record of publications in the area of Analytical Chemistry/Biochemistry/Life Sciences, with a preference in Mass Spectrometry.

 

Preferred (not required)

Teaching Experience.

Areas of special interest are development of new methods and their applications in such areas as single cell MS, Glycoproteomics, Chemoproteomics, Lipidomics, and MS Imaging.

Application Instructions

Applications consisting of a cover letter (max 1 page), a research plan (max five pages), a current curriculum vitae that includes a list of publications, a statement of teaching experience and plans (max 1 page), and contact information for three confidential letters of recommendation must be submitted through Interfolio at: https://apply.interfolio.com/174562

For questions, please contact the search committee Chair - Helen Zgurskaya, Professor Biochemistry, elenaz@ou.edu

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