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Assistant Professor, Physical Chemistry — University of California, Riverside

The Department of Chemistry in the University of California, Riverside invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level with a research focus in Experimental Physical Chemistry. Applications that involve the development of new methods to characterize how molecular scale structure influences nonequilibrium dynamics and catalysis in complex systems, ranging from materials to biology, are especially encouraged; however, applications from all areas of experimental physical chemistry are welcome. The new hire will further strengthen our physical chemistry program and have the opportunity to collaborate with a vibrant network of researchers across the chemistry, physics, biology and engineering departments.

All candidates must have a doctorate degree and will be expected to establish a nationally and internationally recognized research program. Preference will be given to applicants whose research interests complement those of existing faculty and strengthen UCR's strategic initiatives.

Applicants should be strongly committed to both undergraduate and graduate teaching in both classroom and laboratory environments. Applicants are expected to provide individualized mentoring to PhD candidates/postdoctoral scholars and to contribute to university service and the UC system's promise to support diversity and equal opportunity.

Applications should include a full curriculum vitae, a description of proposed research, teaching philosophy, letters from three references, and a statement describing how they will foster diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, research, or service. All application materials must be submitted electronically via the Internet through AP Recruit at: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF01996. For additional information, please contact Professor Chris Bardeen, Search Committee Chair, Department of Chemistry, University of California, Riverside, California. 92521. E-mail contact: christopher.bardeen@ucr.edu. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is July 1, 2025, or thereafter.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Advancement through the Faculty ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input.

The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HSRU). Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, State, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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