Job Details
Regular Faculty
Regular Faculty
Posting Number: F001386P
Advertising Pay Range: $70k+ based on experience
Location: Moscow
Primary Division/College: College of Science
Primary Unit: Chemistry
Employee Category: Faculty
Classification Group Title: Regular Faculty
Position Control Number: 0057
Suffix: 00
Contingency Code: Not Applicable
FTE:
1
Contract Basis: Academic Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date: 08/17/2026
FLSA Status: Exempt
Tenure Tracking: Tenure Track
Rank: Assistant Professor
Extension Type: Not Applicable
Administrative Appointment Type: Not applicable
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable):
Position Summary:
The Department of Chemistry invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Synthetic Organic Chemistry to work at the Moscow campus. We seek a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary scientist who will establish a strong, extramurally funded research program that builds on existing strengths and fosters collaborations across the college and university.
Candidates should demonstrate exceptional promise in Synthetic Organic Chemistry. Expertise in applying artificial intelligence to chemical synthesis is desirable. The position is particularly well-suited to candidates with research interests in drug discovery, biomedical applications, or the development of sustainable methods and materials.
Unit/Department Summary:
Administrative Summary:
Contingency Description:
Teaching & Advising: 40%
Scholarship & Creative Activity: 50%
Outreach & Extension: 5%
University Service & Leadership: 5%
Minimum Education/Degree Required:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Chemistry
- Experience in the field of synthetic organic chemistry.
- Experienced researcher and teacher.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Postdoctoral experience.
- A strong commitment and potential for collaboration with other UI College of Science faculty.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Posting Date: 10/17/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position will remain open until filled, however, applications received on or before December 15, 2025, will receive first consideration. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
Appropriate work authorization is required for this position. New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho will not be supported until further notice. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidates eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at intlemp@uidaho.edu for additional visa eligibility information.
Appropriate work authorization is required for this position. New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho will not be supported until further notice. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidates eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at intlemp@uidaho.edu for additional visa eligibility information.
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/49941
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