About this role
Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
The Department of Chemistry at the University of South Florida (USF) seeks to fill a 9-month, full-time and tenure-earning position at the rank of Assistant Professor with a research focus in Drug Discovery and teaching commensurate with the position in the areas of organic and/or biochemistry.
The position is expected to start August 7, 2027 on the Tampa campus, with a competitive salary and start-up package.
The ideal candidate will establish a strong, externally funded research program and must contribute to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Chemistry or a closely related field with a promising record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated education research experience beyond the PhD. Preference will also be given to applicants who have expertise or experience in teaching upper-level undergraduate chemistry courses including Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Biology and related subjects.
How To Apply
Apply online by completing the required information and including your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. When applying to an opening you will have the opportunity to upload the required application materials listed below. Only online applications are accepted for this position.
Complete the online application and attach the following materials:
- Cover letter
- CV/Resume
- Research proposal (max. 5pp)
- Teaching statement (max. 3pp)
- Names and contact information of 3 references
*Please request that your references submit their letters of recommendation directly to Matthew Fernandez at [email protected] with your name in the subject line.
Letters of Recommendation should be sent immediately after an application is submitted.
Applications received by December 4, 2026 will receive full consideration.
Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. For disability accommodations, contact Matthew Fernandez at [email protected], a minimum of five working days in advance.
This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check. This position is subject to Foreign Influence Screening. House Bill 7017 ("HB 7017")
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities.
USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.