Assistant Professor in Chemistry
Chemistry, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and tenure-track faculty position at University of California, Davis
Apply by Friday, Jan 1 at 07:59 UTC
About
The Chemistry Department seeks a tenure-track faculty member whose research connects artificial intelligence and chemistry. Suggested directions include AI-guided catalysts, reaction conditions, polymers, biosynthetic pathways, semiconductor chemistry, process optimization, sensors and predictive spectroscopy. The appointee will establish an externally funded research programme, teach undergraduate and graduate chemistry, and contribute service.
The estimated salary range is $119,600–$144,200. Applications submitted by 30 October 2026 receive full consideration; the recruitment portal accepts later applications until 31 December 2026 at 23:59 Pacific Time if the position remains unfilled.
Topics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Chemistry
- AI-guided catalysts
- reaction conditions
- polymers
- biosynthetic pathways
- semiconductor chemistry
- process optimization
- sensors
- predictive spectroscopy
Requirements
PhD in chemistry or a related field at application, strong recommendations, and evidence of research, teaching, service and independent funding potential. Submit a cover letter, CV with publications, research statement of at most five pages excluding references, one-page teaching statement, three recommendation letters and the required Authorization to Release Information form.
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