Job description
The Chemistry Department at Dickinson College seeks applicants for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level, starting July 1, 2026, with a specialization in biochemistry, chemical biology, or bioorganic chemistry. Applicants are required to hold a PhD in biochemistry, chemistry, or a closely related field by the July 2026 start date. Applicants who have achieved ABD status are encouraged to apply, as long as their Ph.D. will be conferred before the designated hire date. We are most interested in candidates who can teach biochemistry lecture and lab, organic or general chemistry, and upper-level biochemical electives, as well as provide research experiences for students majoring in Chemistry or Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Consistent with our grounding in the liberal arts and sciences, candidates with interdisciplinary expertise are particularly desirable. Our faculty teach a five-course load, including courses at all levels of the chemistry curriculum, contribute to the college-wide first-year seminar program, and are expected to establish a vibrant research program that engages our talented undergraduate students. Teaching assignments are based on the needs of the department and the expertise of the faculty. The ability to create inclusive learning environments for an increasingly diverse student body is an important characteristic of a successful candidate.
Our department is committed to creating an equitable and supportive environment where scholars from all backgrounds can thrive and contribute to a vibrant intellectual community. To achieve this goal, we provide comprehensive resources to support our scholars. Your research is supported with dedicated research space, access to a shared instrument suite, competitive startup funding, and a skilled sponsored research office. In addition to these research-focused resources, we also prioritize faculty development. Dickinson’s Center for Teaching, Learning and Scholarship provides robust support for faculty through professional development opportunities including workshops, mentorship programs, and faculty learning communities. If you desire an intellectual community that values growth, collaboration and belonging, we strongly encourage you to apply.
Dickinson College is a highly selective four-year independent liberal arts college with 2300 students, located in Carlisle, PA, a historic town with a wide selection of eateries and small shops. Carlisle is 20 minutes west of Harrisburg and a two-hour drive from Baltimore, Washington DC, and Philadelphia. The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply for this position electronically via https://jobs.dickinson.edu. Candidates should submit via QUEST (online application system) at https://jobs.dickinson.edu; please include a letter of application describing your interest and qualifications for this position, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy including your vision of equity and belonging, and a plan for research that involves undergraduate students. Additional materials, including transcripts, and three letters of reference will be requested from finalists. For full consideration, please submit all application materials by September 25, 2025.
The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.
