Bowling Green State University
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio, us, 43403
Summary
The Department of Chemistry and Center for Photochemical Sciences invite applications for a tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor in the field of Inorganic Photochemistry. This is a full-time, 9-month appointment with an August 2026 start date.
Information about Program and College The Department of Chemistry is one of 17 academic units in the College of Arts and Sciences. The Department currently has 16 full-time faculty members and offers an American Chemical Society approved Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Specializations in Biochemistry and Forensic Chemistry are available. A vibrant and interdisciplinary doctoral program in Photochemical Sciences is overseen by the Center for Photochemical Sciences. Additional information about the Department of Chemistry and the Center for Photochemical Sciences at Bowling Green State University can be found at bgsu.edu/chemistry and bgsu.edu/photochem.
We are especially interested in recruiting candidates who can contribute excellence in teaching, scholarly/creative work, and/or service toward achieving excellence throughout the university and to the greater community. The College is committed to faculty success, providing resources and support within the Dean’s Office and through collaboration with Arts and Sciences departments and schools, leadership teams in other colleges, and university-serving partners such as the Center for Faculty Excellence. Through these connections, we have developed a comprehensive, cohort-based mentorship program to support the professional growth and advancement of faculty across all disciplines and ranks. We value and practice shared governance and are committed to maintaining a vibrant and supportive working environment.
Essential Functions
Teach undergraduate courses in the Chemistry BS curriculum, such as Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, Advanced Inorganic Laboratory, and General Chemistry
Teach graduate courses in the Photochemical Sciences program in the interdisciplinary area between Inorganic Chemistry and Photochemistry and Photophysics
Initiate an independent research program aimed at the interfacial area between Inorganic Chemistry and the Photosciences that generates a high level of scholarly publication and provides research opportunities and training to both graduate and undergraduate students
Actively seek and obtain external funding to sustain a research program
Provide service to the department, college, and university, as well as to the profession
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Chemistry, or a closely related discipline (e.g., Photochemical Sciences, Materials Chemistry, etc.)
Research experience in inorganic chemistry that overlaps with and contributes to the Photochemical Sciences doctoral program
One year of postdoctoral research experience
Demonstrated record of research productivity as evidenced by five peer-reviewed journal publications
Preferred Qualifications
Two years of postdoctoral research experience
Publications in high-impact journals
Plan of research, in the area of Inorganic Photochemistry, that complements the research of other Center for Photochemical Sciences faculty
Experience mentoring students in research
Application Process Applications accepted online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/bgsu
Application Materials Required
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Names and contact information of three professional references
Plan of proposed research (max 5 pages and 15 references)
Statement of teaching philosophy (max 2 pages)
Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews.
Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts.
BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.
Application Deadline Deadline to apply is Nov 9 2025.
Further Information For additional information, please contact John Cable, Chair, Department of Chemistry, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH, cable@bgsu.edu
Equal Opportunity Statement Bowling Green State University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to ensuring an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and encourage applications from all regardless of sex, race, veteran-status, disability, age, gender identity, genetic information, religion, or sexual orientation. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.
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Information about Program and College The Department of Chemistry is one of 17 academic units in the College of Arts and Sciences. The Department currently has 16 full-time faculty members and offers an American Chemical Society approved Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Specializations in Biochemistry and Forensic Chemistry are available. A vibrant and interdisciplinary doctoral program in Photochemical Sciences is overseen by the Center for Photochemical Sciences. Additional information about the Department of Chemistry and the Center for Photochemical Sciences at Bowling Green State University can be found at bgsu.edu/chemistry and bgsu.edu/photochem.
We are especially interested in recruiting candidates who can contribute excellence in teaching, scholarly/creative work, and/or service toward achieving excellence throughout the university and to the greater community. The College is committed to faculty success, providing resources and support within the Dean’s Office and through collaboration with Arts and Sciences departments and schools, leadership teams in other colleges, and university-serving partners such as the Center for Faculty Excellence. Through these connections, we have developed a comprehensive, cohort-based mentorship program to support the professional growth and advancement of faculty across all disciplines and ranks. We value and practice shared governance and are committed to maintaining a vibrant and supportive working environment.
Essential Functions
Teach undergraduate courses in the Chemistry BS curriculum, such as Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, Advanced Inorganic Laboratory, and General Chemistry
Teach graduate courses in the Photochemical Sciences program in the interdisciplinary area between Inorganic Chemistry and Photochemistry and Photophysics
Initiate an independent research program aimed at the interfacial area between Inorganic Chemistry and the Photosciences that generates a high level of scholarly publication and provides research opportunities and training to both graduate and undergraduate students
Actively seek and obtain external funding to sustain a research program
Provide service to the department, college, and university, as well as to the profession
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Chemistry, or a closely related discipline (e.g., Photochemical Sciences, Materials Chemistry, etc.)
Research experience in inorganic chemistry that overlaps with and contributes to the Photochemical Sciences doctoral program
One year of postdoctoral research experience
Demonstrated record of research productivity as evidenced by five peer-reviewed journal publications
Preferred Qualifications
Two years of postdoctoral research experience
Publications in high-impact journals
Plan of research, in the area of Inorganic Photochemistry, that complements the research of other Center for Photochemical Sciences faculty
Experience mentoring students in research
Application Process Applications accepted online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/bgsu
Application Materials Required
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Names and contact information of three professional references
Plan of proposed research (max 5 pages and 15 references)
Statement of teaching philosophy (max 2 pages)
Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews.
Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts.
BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.
Application Deadline Deadline to apply is Nov 9 2025.
Further Information For additional information, please contact John Cable, Chair, Department of Chemistry, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH, cable@bgsu.edu
Equal Opportunity Statement Bowling Green State University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to ensuring an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and encourage applications from all regardless of sex, race, veteran-status, disability, age, gender identity, genetic information, religion, or sexual orientation. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.
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