Chemistry (Biochemistry), Tenure-Track Faculty

Job Title

Chemistry (Biochemistry), Tenure-Track Faculty

Department

Chemistry

University Expectation

MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.

Salary

The salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Department of Chemistry at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#104110) in biochemistry at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2026.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and effective educator who is expected to develop an externally funded, nationally recognized research program involving undergraduates, master’s students, and students from interdisciplinary doctoral programs. Applicants whose proposed research area and experience complement existing research programs in the department are particularly encouraged to apply. To learn more about our department, please visit http://www.mtsu.edu/chemistry.

Required Education

A terminal degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.

Other Desirables

Applicants in all areas of biochemistry are encouraged to apply but those with proposed research in experimental biochemistry will receive special consideration. In addition, those with postdoctoral experience will receive special consideration.

Documents Needed To Apply

To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of online application.

Special Instruction To Applicants

For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage.

If you need help applying, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (615) 898-5128. If you have position-specific questions, please contact Preston MacDougall at Preston.MacDougall@mtsu.edu.

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: 11/03/2025