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P: 864-656-3015
E: science@clemson.edu

Campus Location

118 Long Hall

Hours

Monday - Friday:
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Employment Opportunities

Clemson started with a graduating class of 37 in 1896. Today, Clemson University has become a strong force in higher education and gained national recognition in areas from academics to athletics. Throughout the past decade, the University has consistently been ranked among the top 25 public institutions by U.S. News & World Report. During this time, the number of student admission applications and prospective employee applications have almost doubled, and the number of graduate degrees awarded has more than doubled.

Clemson University and the College of Science are committed to building a community of inclusive excellence, where faculty scholars are dedicated to working and teaching in a multicultural environment. Located on Lake Hartwell in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Clemson University is South Carolina’s public land-grant university. As a Carnegie R1 Institution, Clemson has excellent research resources

It’s a great time to be a Clemson Tiger, and it’s a great time to be part of the College of Science.

 

Faculty Openings

The College of Science presently has the following faculty openings.

Biological Sciences

Assistant professor

The Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University invites applications for two tenure-track assistant professors specializing in microbiome science. We welcome/encourage applications from prospective faculty from all areas of microbiome research, including but not limited to, human and animal health, agriculture and the environment.

Lecturer or Senior Lecturer — Microbiology

The Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University invites applications for a nine-month, renewable, non-tenure track Lecturer or Senior Lecturer position to begin preferably August 15, 2024. We seek a candidate with interest and experience in introductory microbiology, including a background in bacterial physiology and/or microbial ecology. We invite candidates that address engagement and encourage inclusivity in the classroom and the community.

Lecturer — Human Anatomy and Physiology

The Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University invites applications for a nine-month, renewable, non-tenure track lecturer or senior lecturer position to begin August 15, 2024. We seek a candidate with interest and experience in teaching lecture and lab courses in vertebrate physiology, with emphasis on human physiology, exercise physiology and other upper-division physiology courses in their area of expertise. Candidates with an interest in vertebrate anatomy and physiology from the cellular to organismal level are encouraged to apply.


Chemistry

Assistant Professor

The Department of Chemistry at Clemson University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in computational physical chemistry. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. degree in chemistry or a related field. The candidate will be expected to teach physical chemistry courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, advise M.S. and Ph.D. students, and develop a well-funded, high-impact research program in computational physical chemistry. The position is expected to be filled at the rank of assistant professor beginning August 15, 2024.

Lecturer, Assistant Laboratory Coordinator of General and Organic Chemistry

This is a lecturer position supporting the teaching mission of the Department of Chemistry in the College of Science. The position will support teaching and development of general chemistry and organic chemistry laboratory courses and act as the assistant laboratory coordinator of general and organic chemistry for the department and backup to the laboratory coordinator.


Genetics and Biochemistry

Assistant/Associate Tenure-Track Professors

The Department of Genetics and Biochemistry at Clemson University invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions at the assistant professor or associate professor level. We seek candidates with expertise in biochemistry, molecular biology and/or genetics, a demonstrated record of productivity and scientific excellence, and a commitment to enhancing the breadth, depth, and diversity of our research programs. Topics of particular interest include models of human disease, infectious disease, plant biology and adaptations to stress. Applicants using any model organism system will be considered. The department is committed to inclusive excellence within the sciences and encourages all candidates interested to apply. For full consideration, please apply by November 1, 2023. Anticipated start date is August 2024.


Mathematical and Statistical Sciences

There are no openings at this time.


Physics and Astronomy

Assistant Professors

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Clemson University invites applications for up to two tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor or higher level, with an anticipated start date of August 15, 2024. The department is seeking applications from individuals with expertise in experimental quantum condensed matter physics. The successful candidates will be expected to establish vigorous externally funded research programs and to teach effectively physics courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Current Staff Openings

To explore additional job openings in the College of Science as well as across Clemson University, visit the Clemson University Jobs website.

Contact Information

P: 864-656-3015
E: science@clemson.edu

Campus Location

118 Long Hall

Hours

Monday - Friday:
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.