Job Description

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Physical Chemistry or Biophysical Chemistry. Responsibilities include teaching lecture and laboratory courses at the undergraduate and graduate (M.S.) level, conducting research which involves undergraduate and graduate students, and service to the department, university, and field. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply though we particularly encourage candidates who have experience in quantum information, quantum sensing, computational modeling of quantum objects, or biophysical chemistry with quantum applications to apply.

Our curriculum combines extensive laboratory coursework with traditional and innovative classroom pedagogy to give students practice in chemical problem solving as well as first-hand experiences with chemical phenomena and modern instrumentation. The department aims to prepare students to become knowledgeable and skillful scientists who can contribute to global society. The Department offers ACS-certified B.S. degrees in both Chemistry and Biochemistry, a B.S. degree in Chemistry with a Science Education option, and a M.S. degree in Chemistry.

Providing access to a high-quality education and preparing the leaders of tomorrow remain at the core of CSUSM. Our campus embraces and symbolizes twenty-first century learning. We offer hands-on and collaborative learning experiences, cutting edge technology and academic programs relevant to the rapidly changing global environment. CSUSM is located on a beautiful 304-acre hillside campus 15 miles east of the ocean and 30 miles north of downtown San Diego, in a region known for biomedical and biotechnical innovation.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must possess a doctorate in Chemistry or related field with specialization in quantum chemistry, physical chemistry, or biophysical chemistry, from an accredited university at time of appointment for this position, have a minimum of one year experience teaching chemistry classes, be committed to rigor in teaching and research, and be willing to serve constituents in the university and business communities.
Applicants with ABD status will be considered and interviewed, but the applicant must possess the doctorate degree on the starting date.
Teaching responsibilities may include undergraduate and/or graduate chemistry courses at the San Marcos and/or Temecula or Chula Vista satellite campuses.
Candidates must demonstrate teaching excellence, a record of published research commensurate with years of experience, and the ability to develop and sustain a research program that will lead to original, peer-reviewed publications.
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with departmental colleagues and in an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.
Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with relevant experience at the interface of quantum information science and biochemistry.
Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience in biochemistry or quantum mechanics.
Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated intercultural competence with different groups in teaching, research and/or service.