About the role
Job Title: Chemistry and Biochemistry-Full-time Faculty CFS track Professorial (3 positions)
Posting End Date: October 19, 2026
*NOTE: Last day to apply is Sunday, October 18, 2026 @ 11:59 PM (MST)
Position Start Date: August 1, 2026
Required Degree:
Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemistry, or allied fields.
The required degree must be completed by the start date.
Experience:
Strong applicants in all areas of biochemistry and chemistry are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to those with proven publication records from Ph.D. and post-doctoral work.
Duties/Expectations:
The new faculty member will be expected to excel in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as to develop a productive, externally-funded research program.
Documents Required at the Time of Application:
Complete the online faculty application and provide contact information for three references. References may be contacted and asked to submit letters of recommendation electronically at a later stage in the selection process.
Please attach an updated curriculum vitae and a cover letter to your application. All full-time faculty applicants are also required to submit a Mission Alignment Statement, along with two research proposal summaries of approximately five pages each.
Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.
This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).
If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education .
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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