Assistant Professor of Chemistry & Biochemistry

Rank: Assistant Professor

Department: Chemistry & Biochemistry

Starting Date: Fall 2027

Summary

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State
University San Marcos (CSUSM) invites applications for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor in Physical Chemistry or
Biophysical Chemistry. Responsibilities include teaching lecture
and laboratory courses at the undergraduate and graduate (M.S.)
level, conducting research which involves undergraduate and
graduate students, and service to the department, university, and
field. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply though we
particularly encourage candidates who have experience in quantum
information, quantum sensing, computational modeling of quantum
objects, or biophysical chemistry with quantum applications to
apply.

Our curriculum combines extensive laboratory coursework with
traditional and innovative classroom pedagogy to give students
practice in chemical problem solving as well as first-hand
experiences with chemical phenomena and modern instrumentation. The
department aims to prepare students to become knowledgeable and
skillful scientists who can contribute to global society. The
Department offers ACS-certified B.S. degrees in both Chemistry and
Biochemistry, a B.S. degree in Chemistry with a Science Education
option, and a M.S. degree in Chemistry.

Providing access to a high-quality education and preparing the
leaders of tomorrow remain at the core of CSUSM. Our campus
embraces and symbolizes twenty-first century learning. We offer
hands-on and collaborative learning experiences, cutting edge
technology and academic programs relevant to the rapidly changing
global environment. CSUSM is located on a beautiful 304-acre
hillside campus 15 miles east of the ocean and 30 miles north of
downtown San Diego, in a region known for biomedical and
biotechnical innovation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must possess a doctorate in Chemistry or related

field with specialization in quantum chemistry, physical chemistry,
or biophysical chemistry, from an accredited university at time of
appointment for this position, have a minimum of one year
experience teaching chemistry classes, be committed to rigor in
teaching and research, and be willing to serve constituents in the
university and business communities.

• Applicants with ABD status will be considered and interviewed,

but the applicant must possess the doctorate degree on the starting
date.

• Teaching responsibilities may include undergraduate and/or

graduate chemistry courses at the San Marcos and/or Temecula or
Chula Vista satellite campuses.

• Candidates must demonstrate teaching excellence, a record of

published research commensurate with years of experience, and the
ability to develop and sustain a research program that will lead to
original, peer-reviewed publications.

• Candidates must be able to communicate effectively and work

cooperatively with departmental colleagues and in an ethnically and
culturally diverse campus community.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to candidates with relevant experience

at the interface of quantum information science and
biochemistry.

• Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience

in biochemistry or quantum mechanics.

• Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated

intercultural competence with different groups in teaching,
research and/or service.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $8,167 - $9,450 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,221- $13,224 per month

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the CSUSM Online Employment Application
and attach the following documents:

• Cover letter specifically addressing minimum and preferred

qualifications.

• A statement of teaching philosophy (up to 2 pages)
• A description of future research goals including how the

candidate would involve students in their research efforts (up to 3
pages)

• Curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three professional references; the

system will request letters of recommendation.

Additional Requirements

• Reprints of representative publications and works in process.

(if applicable)

• Summary of student teaching evaluations with average GPA for

each class taught. (if applicable)

• Copies of all graduate-level transcripts that include relevant

course work. (if applicable)

Review of applications will begin November 20, 2026, and will
continue until the position is filled. To ensure full
consideration, all applicant materials should be completed by the
deadline. Files missing letters of recommendation will be reviewed,
but letters of recommendation must be submitted before an interview
invitation will be made.

CSUSM is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment
that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the
“Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain
Nonimmigrant Workers” issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are
responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.

CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI)
and was recently named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to
junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher
Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities for
more information.

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity
Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of
the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for
employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability,
gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender
expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or
ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation and
veteran or military status.

Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment
Policy , the CSU is
prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work
outside California. Working in the State of California is a
condition of employment.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter
under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is
required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as
a condition of employment.

This position is subject to employment verification, education
verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer
of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a
background check, including a criminal records check, and may be
rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information
and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or
falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the
background check may affect the continued employment of a current
CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required
to disclose whether they have received a final administrative
decision or final judicial decision determining that they have
committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a
determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for
the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.
Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process
must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of
information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to
the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of
misconduct.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus
Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at
Clery Act Notification
.

Advertised: October 21, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight
Time

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