University of Kentucky
Assistant or Associate Professor in Medicinal Chemistry
University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598
Overview
Assistant or Associate Professor in Medicinal Chemistry. Tenure-track, 9-month position with anticipated start date August 1, 2026. Located in Lexington, KY. Department of Chemistry, College of Arts & Sciences, University of Kentucky. Type of Position: Faculty; Position Time Status: Full-Time. Department: 8E030:Chemistry. Work Location: Lexington, KY. Requisition Number: FE04635. Job Summary
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Kentucky invites applicants for a tenure-eligible faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in Medicinal Chemistry. The department, along with the Markey Cancer Center, offers a collaborative environment with research interests spanning chemical biology, biochemistry, biophysics, structural biology, cancer biology, systems pharmacology, cell biology, immunology, materials science, protein engineering, and medicine. This is a 9-month position in the regular title series. The first year distribution of effort is 35% Teaching, 55% Research, and 10% Departmental service. Responsibilities
Build an innovative research program in cancer medicinal chemistry/chemical biology. Collaborate with researchers within the Department of Chemistry and the Markey Cancer Center. Mentor Ph.D. students and postdoctoral fellows. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in organic and/or biological chemistry. Contribute to a safe, creative, collegial, responsible, rigorous, and ethical lab and departmental environment. Qualifications
A Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical biology, pharmacology, or a related field is required. Core expertise in medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, drug discovery, development and design, especially as it pertains to cancer, is preferred. Applicants should provide: 1) cover letter, 2) CV, 3) Research Statement, 4) Teaching Statement, 5) Current Transcripts, and the names/contact information of three references when prompted in the academic profile. Application Details
Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and offers comprehensive rewards focused on well-being and career development. Benefits include retirement plans, medical coverage, life insurance, and optional dental/vision insurance and other retirement plans. Learn more at the university benefits page: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/our-benefits Questions about this search should be addressed to Dr. Samuel G. Awuah, Search Committee Chair, Department of Chemistry, University of Kentucky (awuah@uky.edu). Applications will be considered starting now until November 1, 2025. Supervisory Responsibilities
No Preferred Education/Experience
Core expertise in medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, drug discovery, development and design, especially as it pertains to advancing understanding and treatment of cancer, is preferred. Deadline to Apply
11/01/2025 Open Until Filled
Yes Our University Community
We value well-being and strive to create a healthy place to work, learn, and live. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The university follows applicable nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunities in all aspects of institutional operations. Candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings, including background checks or drug screens.
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Assistant or Associate Professor in Medicinal Chemistry. Tenure-track, 9-month position with anticipated start date August 1, 2026. Located in Lexington, KY. Department of Chemistry, College of Arts & Sciences, University of Kentucky. Type of Position: Faculty; Position Time Status: Full-Time. Department: 8E030:Chemistry. Work Location: Lexington, KY. Requisition Number: FE04635. Job Summary
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Kentucky invites applicants for a tenure-eligible faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in Medicinal Chemistry. The department, along with the Markey Cancer Center, offers a collaborative environment with research interests spanning chemical biology, biochemistry, biophysics, structural biology, cancer biology, systems pharmacology, cell biology, immunology, materials science, protein engineering, and medicine. This is a 9-month position in the regular title series. The first year distribution of effort is 35% Teaching, 55% Research, and 10% Departmental service. Responsibilities
Build an innovative research program in cancer medicinal chemistry/chemical biology. Collaborate with researchers within the Department of Chemistry and the Markey Cancer Center. Mentor Ph.D. students and postdoctoral fellows. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in organic and/or biological chemistry. Contribute to a safe, creative, collegial, responsible, rigorous, and ethical lab and departmental environment. Qualifications
A Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical biology, pharmacology, or a related field is required. Core expertise in medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, drug discovery, development and design, especially as it pertains to cancer, is preferred. Applicants should provide: 1) cover letter, 2) CV, 3) Research Statement, 4) Teaching Statement, 5) Current Transcripts, and the names/contact information of three references when prompted in the academic profile. Application Details
Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and offers comprehensive rewards focused on well-being and career development. Benefits include retirement plans, medical coverage, life insurance, and optional dental/vision insurance and other retirement plans. Learn more at the university benefits page: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/our-benefits Questions about this search should be addressed to Dr. Samuel G. Awuah, Search Committee Chair, Department of Chemistry, University of Kentucky (awuah@uky.edu). Applications will be considered starting now until November 1, 2025. Supervisory Responsibilities
No Preferred Education/Experience
Core expertise in medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, drug discovery, development and design, especially as it pertains to advancing understanding and treatment of cancer, is preferred. Deadline to Apply
11/01/2025 Open Until Filled
Yes Our University Community
We value well-being and strive to create a healthy place to work, learn, and live. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The university follows applicable nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunities in all aspects of institutional operations. Candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings, including background checks or drug screens.
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