University of North Carolina Wilmington
Professor in Marine Science
Job Label:CL 4005621 AD 5850759
Carl B. Brown Distinguished Professor in Marine Science
College:College of Science and Engineering - 323 College
Dept/School:Chemistry Admin - 32320
Vacancy Number:16F-664
Position Number:6276
Location of Workplace:CMS Myrtle Grove
Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry in the College of Science and Engineering invites applications for The Carl B. Brown Distinguished Professorship in Marine Science. This position is a tenure-track endowed position at the level of Professor. Candidates with research interests in the broad area of marine chemistry are invited to apply.
The successful candidate is expected to maintain excellence in research with a vigorous, externally funded program, to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and contribute significantly to UNCW's Center for Marine Science. The candidate will also have the opportunity to mentor students in four graduate programs; MS in Marine Science, MS in Chemistry, PhD in Applied Coastal & Ocean Sciences, and PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry.
In addition to teaching, research, and service requirements, the position has the following expectations:
Evidence of a distinguished record of research in marine chemistry
Evidence of a distinguished record in teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Experience and success in securing external funding
Experience and ability to engage with the community on matters related to marine chemistry
A proposed agenda for research, engagement, and service that will bring distinction to UNCW, the College of Science and Engineering, and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
The recipient is selected as a distinguished professor for an initial term of five years, beginning in Fall 2025. Renewal of the appointment will be at the discretion of the Provost and Dean of the College of Science and Engineering based on an evaluation of the individual's accomplishments and future vision for the position.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent in Chemistry or associated area of science and must be currently employed at the rank of Associate Professor or above or equivalent.
Associate or Full Professors (or equivalent) with exceptional records of achievement to meet the expectations for the rank of Full Professor at appointment are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Preference will be given to applicants who have achieved international prominence in their field with an excellent record of publication, extramural funding, graduate mentorship and other scholarly activities, and who are likely to maintain a high level of productivity for another decade or more.
Required Certifications or Licensure:No Required Certifications or Licensure
Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
Chemistry & Biochemistry at UNC Wilmington offers exciting, student-oriented programs that award Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS, ACS Certified), Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biochemistry, Master of Science (MS) degrees and a PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry. A significant portion of the training takes place in our laboratories, both those associated with courses, and those involving research in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Marine and Atmospheric Science, Organic and Inorganic Synthesis, Computational and Physical Chemistry and Chemical Education.
The Department is well equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation (https://www.uncw.edu/chem/) including 300-600 MHz NMR spectrometers, several MS instruments managed by a full-time PhD scientist, absorption and fluorescence spectrophotometers, protein purification instrumentation, CD spectrometer, and calorimeters (DSC and ITC). In addition to rigorous courses in all aspects of chemistry, most of our undergraduate students and all of our local graduate students carry out research under the direct supervision of our outstanding faculty.
College/School Information:
The College of Science and Engineering offers a variety of programs leading to Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees, as well as Doctor of Philosophy degrees in applied coastal and ocean sciences; pharmaceutical chemistry; integrative, comparative, and marine biology; and psychology degrees. The college also offers combined bachelor's/master's degree programs in information technology/computer science and information systems, computer science/computer science and information systems, and B.S. in mathematics/M.S. in mathematics. To implement its academic programs, the college provides instruction and research opportunities in the natural and behavioral sciences, information technology, data science, computer science, mathematics, pre-engineering, and engineering. The eight academic departments in the college provide courses of study in each of these areas, in addition to interdepartmental programs in information technology, cybersecurity, and digital arts. A 2+2 in engineering; and 3+2 programs in computer science and electrical or computer engineering; and physics and electrical engineering, are also offered in the college. Post-baccalaureate certificate programs in environmental studies, applied statistics, and geographic information science are also available.
CSE students work with distinguished faculty and scientists, use cutting edge technology, and conduct impactful research. Faculty-directed research projects empower CSE students to apply what they learn inside the classroom and laboratory to real-world situations and prepares them for a variety of careers or advanced study.
Position Type: Permanent
Job Posting Date: 12/05/2024
Job Close Date: 1/30/2025
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Curriculum Vita
Cover Letter
List of 3 Professional References
Teaching Philosophy
Research Summary
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University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
EEO Statement:
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.
Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants:
Applications will be accepted until 11:59PM EST on 1/30/2025. To apply, please complete the online application process available at https://jobs.uncw.edu/ and attach the following materials as an Adobe PDF document including:
Curriculum Cita
Cover Letter
List of 3 Professional References
Teaching Philosophy
Research Summary
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