Job Title
Assistant Professor of Medicinal Chemistry
Department
Medicinal Chemistry
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description
40% RESEARCH
Initiate, organize and maintain a vigorous and productive program
of research in medicinal chemistry (broadly defined) that includes:
• Obtaining external research funding from federal agencies (e.g.
NIH, NSF, etc.)
• Publishing in peer-reviewed scientific journals, and
• Presenting findings at professional conferences.
40% TEACHING/ADVISING
• Teach and mentor pharmacy students and graduate students in
formal medicinal chemistry or chemical biology courses,
• Participate in the academic advising of pharmacy students and
graduate students, and
• Mentor students in research, including serving as a
dissertation/thesis director and professional mentor for
students.
20% SERVICE
• Serve on committees at the Departmental, School, and/or
University levels as the opportunities arise,
• Participate in professional service activities, and
• Participate collegially in departmental and school
meetings.
Collegiality:
All faculty members are expected to act in a manner that promotes
collegial relationships and show respect toward students, staff,
and colleagues.
Faculty Code:
Faculty members are expected to meet satisfactory standards of
performance in all three areas of responsibility and to carry out
those responsibilities in accordance with the Faculty Code of
Rights, Responsibilities, and Conduct.
Req ID(Ex: 10567BR)
28646BR
Disclaimer
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race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age,
ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation,
marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender
expression, and genetic information in the university's programs
and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university
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inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title
IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice
Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX,
civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000
Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
Contact Information to Applicants
Prof. Shyam Sathyamoorthi
Search Committee Chair
ssathyam@ku.edu
Position Number
00003820
Required Qualifications
Evaluation of the following requirements will be made through: (1)
descriptions of doctoral and postdoctoral experiences in the letter
of application; (2) record of accomplishments and productivity
described in curriculum vitae; (3) statement of future research
plans; (4) statement of educational/mentoring philosophies; and (5)
letters from three professional references.
• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or
Medicinal Chemistry. Closely related research-based degree such as
D.Sc., are also acceptable.
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals with innovative research
objectives that demonstrate potential for excellence in
research
• Demonstrated potential for effective teaching in medicinal
chemistry/chemical biology applying effective inclusive teaching
practices, at the graduate, undergraduate and/or professional
levels.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues,
administrators, students, and other research personnel as
demonstrated by application materials and interview.
Employee Class
F-Faculty
FTE
1.00
Position Overview
The Department of Medicinal Chemistry located within the School of
Pharmacy at the University of Kansas (KU) seeks exceptional
candidates for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant
Professor level to commence by August 18, 2025.
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate excellence in
research, teaching and service and will contribute to the
Department's expertise by having a background and research
interests in Medicinal Chemistry, Broadly Defined and whose
research aligns with the NIH mission. We are particularly
interested in individuals who will develop chemical tools to probe
the pathophysiology of disease processes and who will use this
knowledge as a foundation for therapeutic development. However, the
search is not limited to this area. Applicants with strong
backgrounds and future plans in synthetic organic chemistry,
synthetic medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, and biocatalysis
are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent
degree in a relevant field. Applicants should demonstrate the
potential to establish an independent, externally funded research
program, as evidenced by research products including preprints and
publications, and a statement outlining research successes and
future goals. As excellence in education and mentoring is a
priority for our academic scientists, applicants should convey
approaches and interests in these areas.
The candidate should have a strong record of basic research
interfacing
Location: Overland Park, KS
Posted: Aug. 16, 2024, 3:03 p.m.
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