Description

The UNT Chemistry Department invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of analytical chemistry, to begin Fall 2026.  Applicants should have a record of research accomplishment and compelling ideas for building an independent research program in analytical chemistry, with a strong preference for research with applications in forensic science.  Candidates whose research complements or builds upon existing strengths in the department are especially encouraged to apply.  The selected individual will interact with faculty, staff and students within the Department of Chemistry and in other disciplines, contributing to a strong tradition of interdisciplinary and collaborative research at UNT.  Development of a nationally and internationally visible, externally-funded research program is expected.  The new faculty member will also have opportunities to teach courses and direct student projects within UNT’s FEPAC-accredited Forensic Science program, which serves undergraduate Chemistry, Biology, and Biochemistry majors.  The new faculty member will have access to substantial research support infrastructure in the Chemistry Department, including staffed NMR, X-ray diffraction, and high-performance computing facilities; a stockroom; and a shared instrumentation laboratory that houses a suite of equipment for chromatographic, spectroscopic, mass spectrometric, gravimetric, and microscopic analysis of samples.  Contributions to undergraduate and graduate teaching (typically, one course per long semester) and departmental and university service are expected.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:  A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field, and a record of peer-reviewed publications in analytical chemistry.

Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Preferred Qualifications: Postdoctoral research experience, and a record of peer-reviewed publications in the field of forensic chemistry and/or in forensic science journals.

The University of North Texas (UNT) is a Carnegie R1 research university and a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and Minority-Serving Institution with over 45,000 students. UNT is located in Denton, a cultural hot spot on the northern edge of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the country. The UNT Chemistry Department is currently in a growth phase, with plans to hire up to five additional tenure-track faculty members in the next few years. Current research strengths include materials chemistry, computational chemistry, and catalysis, as well as a growing interdisciplinary emphasis on chemical biology.  For more information, visit https://chemistry.unt.edu

For additional information and to apply for the position, visit the application link at https:// https://careers.untsystem.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-in-analytical-forensic-chemistry-denton-texas-united-states (Posting Number 512655).. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research proposal, statement of teaching philosophy, and names and contact information for three professional references.  Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. 

The University of North Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.