Assistant Professor of Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at Dartmouth invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a focus on synthetic organic chemistry. We seek applicants who will establish nationally recognized research programs with innovation in organic chemistry, with potential applicability towards, but not limited to, organic synthesis, reaction methodology, and catalysis. Qualified candidates should be prepared to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in organic chemistry.

This position includes opportunities to collaborate on research projects within the department and with other Dartmouth researchers, including those at the Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Dartmouth Cancer Center, Thayer School of Engineering, or the Irving Institute for Energy and Society. Graduate students and postdoctoral scholars are supported by the Guarini School for Graduate and Advanced Studies, including their community initiatives. We are especially interested in applicants who will contribute to Dartmouth research mentoring initiatives such as Early Research Access in the Sciences, the E.E. Just STEM Scholars Program and other Scholar Programs in STEM.

Dartmouth is committed to academic excellence and encourages the open exchange of ideas within a culture of mutual respect. Dartmouth welcomes people with different backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives and believes that diversity in all its forms enhances academic excellence. Applicants should address in their cover letter how their research, teaching, service, and/or life experiences prepare them to serve Dartmouth's commitment to academic excellence in an environment that is welcoming to all.

Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or a closely related discipline. Responsibilities include research and classroom teaching for undergraduate and graduate students.

Please submit all materials electronically via Interfolio. Letters may be addressed to Professor Ellen Sletten.

1. Cover Letter, addressing all relevant aspects of the position description
2. CV, including contact information for three references
3. Research Statement, addressing accomplishments and future plans
4. Teaching and Mentoring Statement, addressing past experiences and future plans
5. Three letters of recommendation

Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

For questions regarding this position, please contact: Professor Ellen Sletten (ellen.m.sletten@dartmouth.edu), or department administrator Rebecca Talmadge (rebecca.j.talmadge@dartmouth.edu).

This position is full-time, in residence, non-remote in Hanover, NH. For all openings in Arts and Sciences, please visit our Faculty Recruitment page.