Description

For full information or to apply: https://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/en-us/job/509770/assistant-professor-chemistry 

Mississippi State University (MSU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level to start in the fall of 2026. Candidates with research interests in the area of mass spectrometry-based proteomics are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will contribute to the NanoBio Immunoengineering Consortium (NIEC) at MSU. NIEC is a multi-institutional effort in Mississippi supported by the NSF E-RISE RII program. This program focuses on biomolecular interactions with novel nano- and biomaterials, and the successful candidate may be housed in the Department of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or both. The successful candidate will have a strong record of research excellence and will be expected to develop an independent, externally funded research program. They will also contribute to graduate and undergraduate education through effective and engaging teaching in their discipline. Candidates with experience in technology development and commercialization will receive special consideration. Application review will begin on November 1 and will continue until the position is filled.

Requirements

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, biophysics, or a closely related field, as well as at least one year of postdoctoral training. Candidates should demonstrate excellence in research and a strong record or clear potential for outstanding teaching and student mentorship.

1. The successful candidate will establish a strong, multi-disciplinary, independent research program. This includes pursuing and obtaining independent research funding through federal agencies, foundations, and industry partners. The candidate will recruit and mentor Ph.D. level graduate students, publish research in peer-reviewed journals, and participate in professional conferences to disseminate their research results.
2.  The successful candidate will participate in NIEC activities and join the active community of NIEC researchers, collaborating to develop new proteomics strategies for understanding material interactions.
3. The successful candidate will teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels related to their expertise as assigned by the department.
4. The successful candidate will pursue continuing professional development and remain active in their research community.
5. The successful candidate will serve as an active member of appropriate professional societies and will provide leadership and service to their Department, College, and University.
6. The successful candidate will adhere to the University's safety requirements, including chemical and biosafety. They will follow best practices in the responsible conduct of research, and they will likewise train graduate and undergraduate researchers on how to perform research in a relevant laboratory setting.