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Assistant Professor of Bioanalytical Chemistry (Tenure-Track)
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Position Information
Position Information
| Department | Chemistry & Biochemistry (CHEM) |
|---|---|
| Alternate Department Description | |
| Criminal Background Check | Standard Background Check |
| Motor Vehicle Background Check | No |
| Statement of Economic Interest | Not Applicable |
| Job Category | Instructional Faculty |
| Role (State) Job Title | Assistant Professor of Bioanalytical Chemistry (Tenure-Track) |
| Working Title | Assistant Professor of Bioanalytical Chemistry (Tenure-Track) |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Position Number | F9478Z |
| Recruit Number | FAC8952 |
| Working Hours | |
| Location | Fairfax, VA |
| Other Location | |
| Pay Band | |
| Salary | Commensurate with education and experience. |
| Web Announcement | Assistant Professor of Bioanalytical Chemistry (Tenure Track) The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at George Mason University, within the College of Science (COS), invites applications from outstanding candidates for one tenure-track faculty position in Bioanalytical Chemistry (Experimental) beginning Fall 2023. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason’s academic and culturally inclusive environment. Mason Science is committed to advancing access, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (A-JEDI) throughout our STEM community, including within our hiring and retention practices. At Mason Science, our values include fostering an organizational culture that promotes anti-racism, belonging, respect, and civility. We believe that a diversity of opinions, cultures, and perspectives is what provides vibrancy, innovation and growth to an academic community. By prioritizing inclusive excellence in academics, teaching, research, and global engagement, we strive to attract a diverse pool of faculty and staff who exemplify the Mason Science mission and vision. Responsibilities: The successful candidate is expected to establish a strong independent research group in Bioanalytical Chemistry, including supervision and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students, be able to develop collaborations with researchers in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, other departments at GMU, research centers, and neighboring federal laboratories. Candidates with research programs that can collaborate with current faculty in the areas that include chemical biology, biotechnology, bio-environmental chemistry, proteomics/metabolomics, nanomaterials, and/or sustainable energy are of high interest. The successful candidate will show promise for scientific impact through research, scholarship, service, and teaching. Primary teaching duties will include undergraduate and graduate level courses in at least one of the following: analytical chemistry, biochemistry, and/or specialized topics within the successful candidate’s research portfolio. All areas of specialization in experimental bioanalytical chemistry will be considered. The successful candidate will also perform standard departmental service activities, mentor students, and will be expected to establish collaborative relationships with Departmental faculty as well as with other groups within the University. Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
About the Department: The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry has research labs and faculty distributed over three campuses addressing three primary research thrust areas: Fairfax campus (materials, energy and sustainability), the Science and Technology campus in Manassas (biomedical – biochemistry and synthetic organic chemistry), and the Potomac Environmental Research & Education Center (environmental chemistry). The research funding portfolio includes the Department of Defense, National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Science Foundation (NSF), other government and non-profit agencies, and private industry. Faculty in the department have close collaborations with researchers from a number of local and regional institutions, including the United States Army Medical Research Institute for Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID), Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR), NIH, Food and Drug Administration, Naval Research Laboratory, National Institute of Standard and Technology (NIST), the United States Geological Survey (USGS), and Inova Health System among others. For more information, visit http://chemistry.gmu.edu/ and http://cos.gmu.edu/ . The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry offers undergraduate programs leading to the BA or BS (ACS certification) degrees in Chemistry, with optional concentrations in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, or Materials Chemistry; a five-year BS/Accelerated MS degree; a traditional MS degree and a PhD in Chemistry. For more information about the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, visit us on the web at https://science.gmu.edu/academics/departments-units/chemistry-biochemistry |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number F9478Z at http://jobs.gmu.edu/ by completing and submitting the following:
Applicants should arrange to have three (3) recommendation letters sent directly from the letter writers to chem@gmu.edu in PDF format, sent to the attention of Bioanalytical Chemistry Search Committee. Review of applications will begin on December 19, 2022, and continue until the position is filled. |
| For Full Consideration, Apply by: | December 16, 2022 |
| Posting Date | 11/07/2022 |
| Job Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled? | Yes |
| Telework Friendly? | No |
| Mason Ad Statement | Great Careers Begin at Mason! George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report “Up and Coming” spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education. Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason’s diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create. If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/! George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition. |
| Equity Statement | George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. |
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