Department:
Physical Sciences
Locations:
Los Angeles, CA
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Mount Saint Mary's University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Chemistry at the Assistant Professor level, beginning Fall 2027.
We seek a collaborative educator-scholar with expertise in chemical instrumentation who is committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching, mentoring, and inclusive pedagogy, and to the development of a sustained undergraduate research program.
The successful candidate will contribute to a department focused on student-centered learning, hands-on scientific training, and equitable access to research opportunities, particularly for students from historically underrepresented backgrounds.
Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate courses in general, organic, analytical, and/or physical chemistry, including laboratories
Develop, maintain, and actively use - d instrumentation resources in both teaching and research
- Establish a productive and externally funded undergraduate research program, mentoring and involving students in independent and course-based research
- Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, student advisement and departmental initiatives
- Engage in service to the department, university, and broader community
- Participate in faculty development opportunities and attend conferences
Position Annual Hiring Salary Range: $73,450 - $76,350
Hiring salary can be above the posted pay range if candidate's qualifications are determined to be above the minimum requirements of the position description.
- Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field (completed by start date)
- Demonstrated expertise with chemical instrumentation
- Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentoring
- Clear ability and commitment to developing and sustaining an undergraduate research program
- Commitment to working effectively with diverse student populations in an inclusive learning environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, or managing instrumentation
- Experience mentoring undergraduate students in research
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and student success in STEM
- Experience in resource-conscious research program design
Work Location: Chalon Campus (West Los Angeles)
Start Date: August 19, 2027
Applications Deadline: Open until filled
To Apply:
Interested applicants should submit:
- Cover letter addressing interest in MSMU's mission
- Curriculum vitae
- Teaching statement
- Research statement
- Contact information for references
Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. The University will not assist applicants with any visa matters. A background check will be required. Employees may disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status with MSMU's Human Resources on a voluntary basis. Some MSMU clinical healthcare partners may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination to work at their facilities. If required, your academic division will inform you.
Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2026. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration; however, the position will remain open until November 30, 2026 or until filled.
Questions: Please contact Dr. Sylvine Deprele, Department Chair of Physical Sciences, [email protected]
