The department of Chemistry and Physics at UNF is searching for an associate or full professor in the area of environmental chemistry, a position starting in August 2008. If you are interested in applying please read the following information and then follow the application directions.

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ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR - ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY/DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER

The University of North Florida in Jacksonville seeks an experienced educator with a productive research program in environmental chemistry to direct its recently established Environmental Center starting summer or fall 2008. The appointment is split between administration of the Center and teaching, research and service. We seek candidates with a proven record of high quality undergraduate teaching and scholarly achievement who can also work effectively with colleagues from a variety of disciplines. The position may be filled at either the Associate Professor or Professor level. Ph.D. in chemistry with emphasis on some aspect of environmental chemistry required. Previous administration experience, especially in an environmental program, preferred. Salary is competitive; startup research funding is available.

Applicants must apply online at www.unfjobs.org (position # 313710) by filling in an online application form, uploading a cover letter/statement of interest, and uploading a comprehensive resume of professional training and experience (CV). Applicants must also send a summary of current and future research interests and (unofficial) copies of transcripts for highest degree, and arrange for at least three letters of recommendation sent directly from personal references. Materials should be sent to Dr. Stuart Chalk, Position # 313710, Department of Chemistry & Physics, 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224. Official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate before an employment contract is issued.

Review of applications will begin in November 2007 with campus interviews in January, 2008. The position will remain open until filled. Websites: http://www.unf.edu/dept/ecenter and http://www.unf.edu/coas/chemphys/chem/environmental. UNF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Institution.

The Department

Chemistry and Physics is a department in the College of Arts and Sciences offering B.S. degrees in Chemistry and Physics. Currently the department has 13 tenure/tenure-track faculty (7 chemistry, 6 physics) and 11 laboratory lecturer faculty. Typically, we graduate 18-20 majors per year in chemistry. Six of the chemistry faculty are doing research with undergraduate students in the areas of; organic chemistry (Dr. Pradhan, Dr. Venkat), physical chemistry (Dr. Vergenz, Dr. Davis), inorganic chemistry and analytical chemistry. The department is also home to the UNF Environmental Center under the direction of Dr. Ray Bowman (who is retiring this year).

More About the Position

The department of chemistry and physics seeks a chemist who has a background in environmental chemistry. The successful applicant would teach upper level environmental chemistry, introductory chemistry courses, and other classes that fit his/her professional background. The default teaching load for this position is two lectures per semester during the academic year, although teaching responsibilities may be reduced when research funds permit. Nominal time distribution is 2/3 teaching, research and service and 1/3 directorship of the Environmental Center. Applicants are expected to lead a research program involving undergraduate students in the area of environmental chemistry and seek external and internal funding for ongoing support. The Environmental Center maintains a website at http://www.unf.edu/dept/ecenter.

Undergraduate Research

A focal point of the departments' direction is to significantly increase the undergraduate research opportunities for students and thus the profile of the chemistry program. In recent years the chemistry and physics department has increased external funding to >$1 million per year and as a result a majority of undergraduate students now do research (currently 25 students (juniors and senoirs) are doing research). To go along with this emphasis in undergraduate research we have significantly increased the available startup funds for recent positions.

Facilities and Instrumentation

The department moved into the Science and Engineering building in February of 2004. The facility is state-of-the-art and provides a great environment for educating students and doing research. Teaching labs, research labs and faculty offices are on the second and third floor of the building in the south wing. Each faculty member has a 400 sq ft research lab (with fume hood) located next to their office. The department has a wide array of analytical equipment that is used for both teaching and research. Any/all of this equipment can be used for research and so should be factored into decisions about startup funds.

Applying for the Position

Applications for this position must be made online. Go to http://www.unfjobs.org and click on the "Search Postings" link on the left hand side. Search for position # 313710. Click "View" under the position title. This page describes the position in detail and you can applying by clicking "Apply for this posting" at the top of the page.

Fill out an online application form, upload a cover letter/statement of interest, and upload a comprehensive resume of professional training and experience (CV). Applicants must also send a summary of current and future research interests and (unofficial) copies of transcripts for highest degree, and arrange for at least three letters of recommendation sent directly from personal references. Materials should be sent to Dr. Stuart Chalk, Position # 313710, Department of Chemistry & Physics, 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224.

About UNF

The University of North Florida is a comprehensive university nestled in the urban southside of Jacksonville, FL. Only ten miles from the beach, the campus is a refuge from the busy city infrastructure and includes the 390 acre Sawmill Slough nature preserve. The student population (about 16,000 students) is predominately first time in college (FTIC) and transfer students from local community colleges. The majority of students live off campus, although on campus housing has spaces for over 4000 students. The campus is contually expanding and a new student union is currently under construction. For more information about UNF select one of the following links: Campus Video Tour, Campus Factsheet, University Timeline, Princeton Review Ranking.

About Jacksonville

Jacksonville is a sprawling metropolis of over 1 million people on the banks of the St Johns River in northeast Florida. Home of the Jacksonville Jaguars, the city extends 40 miles east to west across Duval county, from the Intercoastal Waterway to Baldwin. Jacksonville is home to a wide variety of businesses including (science related) Vistakon (Johnson and Johnson), Millenium Specialty Chemicals, Anhueser Busch, and Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, which is located 5 miles from the UNF campus. More information can be find at www.coj.net.

Questions? Contact Dr. Stuart Chalk by email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at 904-620-1938