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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximityto urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title
Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Requisition
202500172F

Rank
Assistant Professor

FLSA status
Exempt

Hiring Salary

Salary commensurate with experience and education.

Position Category

Position Type
Full-Time Tenure Track

College
College of Science & Engineering Technology

Department
Dept of Chemistry

Open Date
12/17/2025

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Refer Applicants To

Contact Name
Dr. Dustin E. Gross

Title

Department of Chemistry
Sam Houston State University
Box 2117
Huntsville, TX 77341

Contact Phone
936-###-####

Contact Email
...@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

Responsibilities include establishing a vigorous, externally funded biochemistry or chemical biology-focused research program; mentoring and supervising undergraduate and graduate research students; and teaching biochemistry courses and additional courses aligned with the candidate's expertise, which may include areas relevant to toxicological, forensic, or physical biochemistry. The successful candidate will support the department's ACS-certified B.S. in Chemistry, B.S. in Forensic Chemistry, and M.S. in Chemistry programs through teaching, research, and service.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, or Chemistry.

Experience Required for the Position

Biochemist or chemical biologist with a record of or potential for scholarly publication and demonstrated potential for establishing an independent research program. Postdoctoral research experience is preferred.

Other Requirements for the Position

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The position will begin Fall 2026.

Special Instructions Summary

Review of application materials will begin January 31, 2026 and will continue until position is filled.

Interested candidates should submit an application letter, CV, transcripts, research plans, teaching philosophy, and letters of recommendation.

Please note: References provided in the Reference section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.

Open Until Filled
Yes

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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