Assistant or Associate Professor

Department Chemistry Location Arlington Job Family Faculty Position Status Full-time Rank Tenure-track Work Hours Standard Open to External and Internal FLSA Exempt Duration Funding expected to continue Pay Basis Monthly Benefits Eligible Yes Job Summary The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry ( http://www.uta.edu/chemistry ) in the College of Science, at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a rank of assistant or associate professor, a tenure-track position beginning Fall 2027 . We are seeking outstanding candidates with expertise in synthetic organic, bioorganic, bioinorganic, medicinal chemistry or biochemistry. Research interests should complement or intersect synthetic chemistry or biochemical expertise with the translational neuroscience expertise and centers that are developing at UTA . These centers include the UTA Clinical Imaging Research Center (3-Tesla MRI ), UTA Pediatric Health and Neurosciences Center, and UTA Bioengineering Program.

We hope to attract candidates that can bridge these fields and help translate the findings from the laboratory to the clinic. Candidates with emerging research programs related to developing compounds, polymers, conjugates, or biomolecules that could be used as brain-imaging agents, therapeutics, probes, delivery systems, or other tools relevant to neuroscience are encouraged to apply. The candidate’s application letter must address their ability to contribute to neurochemical research, broadly defined; whether independently, in collaboration with others, or with established centers at UTA . Candidates must have a PhD in Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry or a closely related area, and post-doctoral experience.

Successful candidates are expected to establish an internationally recognized, independent research group, including supervision and mentoring of graduate students and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and service. Benefits at UTA We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University. To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link: https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php CBC Requirement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure , you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Tenure-track faculty are expected to initiate and maintain a well-funded research program and teach graduate and undergraduate organic, medicinal chemistry or biochemistry.

Required Qualifications

PhD in Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a closely related area. Post-doctoral experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Grant writing experience Special Conditions for Eligibility Department Information The UTA Chemistry and Biochemistry Department offers many specialized undergraduate degree programs that offer an excellent foundation in chemistry and biochemistry, and our graduate programs provide advanced training in a collaborative research environment which has the Carnegie Classification’s highest rating: R1 Doctoral Universities – “Very High Research Activity.” The UTA Chemistry and Biochemistry Department hosts 23 tenured and tenure-track faculty and several scientists conducting highly innovative and collaborative research. Guided by its Strategic Plan 2025: Bold Solutions/Global Impact, the University fosters interdisciplinary research and education within five broad themes: health and the human condition, sustainable communities, global environmental impact, data-driven discovery and culture and society transformations. Its strategic location in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth ( DFW ) metroplex also offers a rich environment for industry-university collaboration in research and development. More information about the department and its activities can be found at: https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/science/departments/chemistry and https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan University Information The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA ) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities.

As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal).

UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy. UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth.

It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 .

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future. Working Title EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression.

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