Assistant Professor of Chemistry (University of Chicago)

Department of Chemistry, University of Chicago Tenure-Track \| Origins of Life or Inorganic Chemistry Benefits Eligible Position Overview The Department of Chemistry at the University of Chicago invites applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in the research areas of Origins of Life or Inorganic Chemistry, broadly defined. Joint appointments with other departments are possible. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2025, and continue until all positions are filled or the search is closed. Qualifications Completion of all requirements for a Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in Chemistry or a related field by the time of hire. Application Instructions Applicants must apply online via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/175745 Required application materials: Cover letter Curriculum vitae including a list of publications Succinct outline of research plans One-page teaching statement Three confidential letters of recommendation (submitted through Interfolio) Additional Information The University of Chicago uses Interfolio Faculty Search for this position. Applicants receive a free Dossier account and can submit all materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. For help with Interfolio or the application process, contact: Email: help@interfolio.com Phone: (877) 997-8807 For information on benefits, see: University of Chicago Benefits Guide If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Physicaloxy

Department of Chemistry, University of Chicago
Tenure-Track | Origins of Life or Inorganic Chemistry
Benefits Eligible

Position Overview

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Chicago invites applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in the research areas of Origins of Life or Inorganic Chemistry, broadly defined. Joint appointments with other departments are possible.

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2025, and continue until all positions are filled or the search is closed.

Qualifications

Completion of all requirements for a Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in Chemistry or a related field by the time of hire.

Application Instructions

Applicants must apply online via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/175745

Required application materials:

Cover letter
Curriculum vitae including a list of publications
Succinct outline of research plans
One-page teaching statement
Three confidential letters of recommendation (submitted through Interfolio)

Additional Information

The University of Chicago uses Interfolio Faculty Search for this position. Applicants receive a free Dossier account and can submit all materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
For help with Interfolio or the application process, contact:
- Email: help@interfolio.com
- Phone: (877) 997-8807
For information on benefits, see: University of Chicago Benefits Guide