Assistant Professor, Organic Chemistry

The University of Northern Iowa's Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry seeks applicants for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry, starting in August 2024. This position will teach courses in organic chemistry and organic chemistry lab to both majors and non-majors. Additional teaching responsibilities may include organic and biochemical chemistry courses related to the new UNI nursing and material science and engineering programs. This position may also have the opportunity to develop classes in their particular area of interest to meet the needs of students. The Department is interested in candidates with research interests in any area of organic chemistry that is compatible within the infrastructure of UNI.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry currently has eleven full-time faculty members, three instructors, two laboratory specialists, and a secretary. An electronics technician also has work space in the Department. The faculty specializations include analytical chemistry, biochemistry, chemical education, environmental chemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and physical chemistry. The Department emphasizes both teaching and research at the undergraduate level. The Department has approximately 100 students majoring in chemistry or biochemistry and offers ACS-certified BS degrees in both chemistry and biochemistry, as well as BA degrees with emphases in chemistry, biochemistry, and chemistry teaching. The Department also contributes to the graduate program in Science Education. The Department has excellent physical facilities for both teaching and research. Instrumentation in the Department includes FPLC, HPLC, various spectrometers (several UV-vis; far-, mid-, and near-IR; Raman; and 400 MHz multinuclear NMR), GC, LC-MS, GC-MS, TGA, DSC, AA, SEM, AFM, DNA analyzer, qPCR, electrophoresis equipment, ultracentrifuge, and scintillation counter. The Department also has excellent computational facilities which are supported by the College. For more information about the Department, please see our website at https://chemistry.uni.edu/.

Building on its historic excellence in teacher education, the university has developed outstanding programs in business, natural sciences, humanities and fine arts, and social and behavioral sciences with advanced degrees available in many programs. The University’s attractive size, approximately 9,000 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities, and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the "Best Midwest Universities" by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres. For more information, visit www.uni.edu.

The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely-related field.

Required qualifications include the ability to teach organic chemistry, a commitment to the development of an active research program involving undergraduate students and leading to publications, a willingness to seek outside funding, and demonstrated written and oral communication skills. Preference will be given to candidates with post-doctoral experience.

Applications received by November 13, 2023 will receive full consideration. To apply, visit http://jobs.uni.edu/. Inquiries may be sent to Kirk Manfredi at 319-273-2295 or Kirk.Manfredi@uni.edu. Pre-employment background checks required.

UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely-related field.

Required qualifications include the ability to teach organic chemistry, a commitment to the development of an active research program involving undergraduate students and leading to publications, a willingness to seek outside funding, and demonstrated written and oral communication skills. Preference will be given to candidates with post-doctoral experience.

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Why UNI? A great place to work. The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. Building on its historic excellence in teacher education, the university has developed outstanding programs in business, natural sciences, humanities and fine arts, and social and behavioral sciences with advanced degrees available in many programs. One of three state universities, UNI enjoys national recognition for its high educational standards and possesses a distinctive mission of being the comprehensive state university for Iowa. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks UNI in the top two among Midwest public universities. The university’s attractive size, nearly 10,500 students, allows it to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. Experiential learning opportunities such as undergraduate research, internships, student teaching, international study programs, community service and cooperative education c...reate a classroom connection with real-world experience. A rigorous liberal arts curriculum equips students with a broad understanding and knowledge of how to apply and acquire new information throughout life. Activities on campus are plentiful for both students and the community. The university offers a full calendar of fine and performing arts events offered by music and theatre students, many of which take place in the acoustically outstanding Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC). The GBPAC also hosts numerous national touring acts as part of its artist series. Panther athletics sponsors 17 varsity intercollegiate sports. Fans can see all UNI teams in action in the McLeod Center, UNI-Dome, West Gym and other campus complexes. For more information, visit www.uni.edu. A great place to live. UNI is located in picturesque Cedar Falls, Iowa, a riverfront town with many recreational, cultural and entertainment opportunities. Downtown Cedar Falls was named one of the “30 Most Charming College Town Main Streets of 2019” by Best Value Schools. The metro community of Cedar Falls/Waterloo has a combined population of 170,000 and offers a pleasant residential setting with a strong and growing industrial base. Cedar Falls is a friendly, affordable community located about 300 miles from Minneapolis, St. Louis, Kansas City and Chicago. For more information about our community, visit the Cedar Falls/Waterloo Community webpage. Employee Benefits The University of Northern Iowa believes that our employees are our most valuable resource. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the demands of each individual's life at work as well as at home. Employees are encouraged to participate in any or all of our benefit programs. The University provides a comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits package enables us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley—and within the state. •Newly Eligible Employees Overview of Benefits Overview of Benefits •Temporary Faculty Overview of Benefits

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