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Position Information
Position Title University Faculty Computational Chemistry Requisition Number F00545P Job Description
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Weber State University invites applications for a tenure-track position starting July 1, 2027. We seek a broadly trained computational chemist whose expertise may include, but is not limited to, physical chemistry and molecular modeling (quantum chemistry and molecular dynamics), cheminformatics and data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence, and computational approaches to areas such as biomolecular modeling, drug discovery, materials science, catalysis, or electrochemistry.
The successful candidate will contribute to the development and integration of computational approaches throughout the undergraduate chemistry and biochemistry curriculum by incorporating appropriate computational, data-science, and AI-based tools into introductory and upper-division courses. The candidate will also be expected to develop an undergraduate-centered research program that provides students with meaningful opportunities to apply computational methods to contemporary problems in chemistry and/or biochemistry. We particularly welcome candidates whose research and teaching can strengthen interdisciplinary collaborations and expand opportunities for students to gain experience with computational and data-driven approaches in chemistry.
Job Duties
The successful candidate will be appointed as a tenure-track Assistant Professor, and will be expected to:
Required Qualifications
Seeking Applicants With The Following Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
A Successful Candidate Will
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.
Full/Part Time Full Time
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 09/08/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current CV, statement of teaching philosophy (other document 1), statement of research plan (other document 2), unofficial transcripts, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Letters of reference will be requested at the interview stage of the process.
Screening of applications will begin November 15, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
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Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title University Faculty Computational Chemistry Requisition Number F00545P Job Description
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Weber State University invites applications for a tenure-track position starting July 1, 2027. We seek a broadly trained computational chemist whose expertise may include, but is not limited to, physical chemistry and molecular modeling (quantum chemistry and molecular dynamics), cheminformatics and data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence, and computational approaches to areas such as biomolecular modeling, drug discovery, materials science, catalysis, or electrochemistry.
The successful candidate will contribute to the development and integration of computational approaches throughout the undergraduate chemistry and biochemistry curriculum by incorporating appropriate computational, data-science, and AI-based tools into introductory and upper-division courses. The candidate will also be expected to develop an undergraduate-centered research program that provides students with meaningful opportunities to apply computational methods to contemporary problems in chemistry and/or biochemistry. We particularly welcome candidates whose research and teaching can strengthen interdisciplinary collaborations and expand opportunities for students to gain experience with computational and data-driven approaches in chemistry.
Job Duties
The successful candidate will be appointed as a tenure-track Assistant Professor, and will be expected to:
- Teach lower- and upper-division undergraduate courses (lectures and labs) based on the candidate’s interest/expertise and department needs.
- Establish an active and sustained research program with an emphasis on engaging undergraduate students in computational chemistry.
- Serve on department and university committees.
Required Qualifications
- A Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field completed before July 2027. ABD candidates considered if the degree is completed before July 2027.
- Research experience in computational chemistry, quantum chemistry, molecular dynamics, cheminformatics, chemical applications of machine learning, artificial intelligence, or a closely related field.
Seeking Applicants With The Following Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Proven dedication to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
- Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the department, college, and university’s advancement of student success.
- A demonstrated commitment to high-quality research and the ability to integrate research interests into undergraduate-level projects.
- Ability to establish and maintain undergraduate mentoring relationships, including mentoring students of all backgrounds
- Track record of collaborative professionalism.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A Successful Candidate Will
- Consistently work to expand their application of evidence-based pedagogies to their teaching.
- Collaborate with departmental colleagues on course and laboratory design.
- Establish and maintain a productive undergraduate research program.
- Mentor students of all backgrounds to support their academic success and career development.
- Carry out Department, College, and University service consistent with the candidate’s interest and the needs of the institution.
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.
Full/Part Time Full Time
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 09/08/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current CV, statement of teaching philosophy (other document 1), statement of research plan (other document 2), unofficial transcripts, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Letters of reference will be requested at the interview stage of the process.
Screening of applications will begin November 15, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Ogden is a beautiful city with a rich culture and history. In 2019, Forbes rated Ogden as one of the top ten cities in the United States in which to raise a family. Ogden is 45 minutes from Salt Lake City and its international airport. An average of 223 sunny days a year and immediate access to skiing, biking, camping, hiking, and fishing make it an outdoor paradise. Ogden is within a half-day drive of world-class national parks, including Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and Utah’s “Mighty Five”. Numerous cultural activities are available all along the Wasatch Front from Ogden to Salt Lake City to Provo. The Utah Transit Authority operates an ever-expanding network of buses and light rail that connect the population centers, including a high-speed train that covers nearly 100 miles from Provo in the south to Ogden in the north. It also provides a seamless transit option from Ogden to the Salt Lake International airport. More information about the Ogden area may be found here.