Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Assistant Professor

California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB) is a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. Opened in 1965 and set at the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino mountains the university serves approximately 19000 students. CSUSB is a federally recognized minority-serving and Hispanic-serving institution that reflects the dynamic diversity of the region and has the most diverse student population of any university in the Inland Empire: 74 percent of its students are members of underrepresented groups 80 percent are first-generation and 56 percent are Pell eligible. For more information on the campus please visit theCSUSB website.

CSUSB employs 467 full-time faculty and offers 48 undergraduate 35 graduate and one doctoral degree programs and 14 academic programs with national accreditation. At CSUSB diversity equity and inclusion are values central to our mission. We recognize that diversity and inclusion in all its forms are necessary for our institutional success. By fully leveraging our diverse experiences backgrounds and insights we inspire innovation challenge the status quo and create better outcomes for our students and community. As part of CSUSBs commitment to hire develop and retain a diverse faculty we offer a variety of networking mentoring and development programs for our junior faculty. We are committed to building and sustaining a CSUSB community that is supportive and inclusive of all individuals. Qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving diverse student populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Summary

The new faculty member will teach and develop curricula for upper division courses in the candidates area of expertise in addition to introductory and general chemistry courses. They will develop and maintain an independent and externally funded research program involving undergraduate students and contribute as appropriate to mentoring MS students in the MS Materials Science or MS Environmental Science addition the successful candidate will participate in service-related activities at all levels of this institution.

The new faculty member must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population. They will work effectively with faculty staff and students across a wide range of addition they are encouraged to develop and participate in activities that support the Universitys strategic plan.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related field is required and postdoctoral experience is preferred.
• Research expertise and experience should be in an area of inorganic and/or physical chemistry with an interest in materials science as a plus.
• University-level teaching experience is preferred.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

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. Following a conditional offer of employment a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with CSUSB. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: CSUSB cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.

Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that CSUSB has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children concerns for the safety and security of people animals or property or heightened risk of financial loss to CSUSB or individuals in the university community. For health and well-being CSUSB is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry is comprised of BA and BS Chemistry programs each with a chemistry concentration and a biochemistry concentration. The BS programs are approved by the ACS. The Department also hosts an MS degree in Environmental Science and co-hosts a new MS degree in Materials Science.

To find out more about the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Recruitment Chair

Dr. Kimberley Cousins

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit:

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter that includes:

a. A statement of your teaching interest/philosophy

b. A statement of your research experience/plans

1. If available evidence of teaching effectiveness such as teaching portfolios reports on teaching observations and/or student evaluations of teaching.
2. Unofficial copies of all postsecondary degree transcripts (official transcripts may be required prior to appointment).
3. Reference List - names telephone numbers and email addresses of three (3) referees whom we may contact to obtain letters of recommendation.
4. Confidential letters of recommendation may be solicited from those listed as references on the application if the applicant is moved forward in the recruitment -confidential letters of recommendation can be uploaded by the applicant during the application process.
5. Diversity Statement which may include your interpretation of diversity equity and inclusion and must include specific examples of how your background and your educational and/or professional experiences have prepared you for this role at California State University San Bernardino (maximum 1000 words).

Formal review of applications will begin January 15 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

If you are interested in this opportunity we invite you to apply by using this CSU Recruit Hyperlink at:

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Assistant Professor (Range 3) - $6221 $13224

Associate Professor (Range 4) - $6825 $14523

Professor (Range 5) - $8593 $15211

CSU Salary Schedule: background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

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.

California State University San Bernardino is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race religion color national origin ancestry age sex gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation genetic information medical condition disability marital status or protected veteran status. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence including Domestic Violence Dating Violence and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096)

This position may be Designated under California State Universitys Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter. Visit the Human Resources Conflict of Interest webpage link for additional information: