Assistant Professor in Theoretical/Computational Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry in the Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at the University of Southern California invites applicants for a tenure track position inTheoretical/ComputationalChemistry at the level of Assistant Professor, to start in fall 2027.Candidates should have a PhD and postdoctoral experience. The department seeks candidates whose research interests focus on the development of theoretical/computational methods driven by applications in any area of contemporary chemistry, such as electronic structure, dynamics, materials chemistry, biophysics, and quantum information science,with emphasis onthe development and application of artificial intelligence and machine learning to these problems.

In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must apply via the "Apply" link at the top or bottom of this page. Candidates should apply online with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a detailed proposed research plan. A description of teaching interests and the candidate's vision regarding teaching and mentoring should be included.The names and contact addresses of at least three individuals who will provide letters of recommendation will be requested online.The committee will begin evaluation of completed files November 9, 2026.

The Chemistry Department is highly collaborative and holds to high standards insofar as excellence in research and teaching. We are committed to supporting family needs of faculty, and we encourage applications from candidates having non-traditional career paths. The Department offers flexibility in appointment start date. Candidates at any early career stage are encouraged to apply.

The annual base salary range for this position is $117,000 - $135,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.