Assistant Professor position in Analytical Chemistry

to begin fall 2027. We welcome applications from analytical chemists in all disciplines with preference for expertise in environmental applications, particularly in aqueous or terrestrial settings. The Colby Chemistry Department offers excellent instrumentation and computational resources to support analytical work. The College has a vibrant program in environmental sciences bridging multiple departments and partnerships with regional institutions such as Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences, The Seven Lakes Alliance, and Colby’s Island Campus.

For more information about this position, please see: https://web.colby.edu/analytical/ . The position carries an average annual teaching load of 4.5 courses. The anticipated salary range for this position is $92,700 to $96,700, commensurate with rank, experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors. Research is supported with a competitive startup package.

Application review will begin October 9, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. . Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field by the position start date, demonstrate a commitment to teaching undergraduate General Chemistry and Analytical chemistry, and be able to contribute to our environmental chemistry curriculum. Qualified candidates will also demonstrate a strong commitment to building an active research program involving undergraduate students. . Applicants must also submit a current curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching philosophy, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, three confidential letters of recommendation, and two samples of current scholarship (e.g., a recent publication or manuscript) as PDFs to: https://apply.interfolio.com/194052 .