Job Details

Type: Full-Time
Posted: 12/03/2025
Application Due: 01/15/2026
Category: Chemistry; +1
Job Opening ID: 271511

Modes of Work: Onsite
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Organizational Group: College of Pharmacy
Department: Medicinal Chemistry

How to Apply

Applicants must apply through the M-PACT application portal:
https://research.umich.edu/m-pact/apply/

Required application materials include:

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Research Statement

• M-PACT Statement

• Teaching Statement

• Service Statement

• Up to five reprints or preprints of key publications

• Three to four letters of recommendation

Detailed instructions and submission information are available at the link above.

Job Summary

Assistant Professor – Tenure-Track Faculty Position

University of Michigan – College of Pharmacy
Department of Medicinal Chemistry

The University of Michigan College of Pharmacy is seeking outstanding applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Medicinal Chemistry. This role is part of the NIH-funded Michigan Program for Advancing Cultural Transformation (M-PACT), a university-wide initiative designed to promote inclusive excellence in the biomedical and health sciences.

The selected candidate will receive 75% protected research time and 25% teaching/service responsibilities during the first five years. The successful hire is expected to establish an innovative, independent, and externally funded research program. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership potential, a commitment to academic excellence, and dedication to supporting the College’s graduate, professional, and undergraduate education missions.

The College seeks applicants who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas. A significant component of this position involves advancing health equity through research, teaching, mentoring, and/or service.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Hold a PhD in chemistry, medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, or a closely related field by July 1, 2026.

• Have a strong research background in chemical biology and/or medicinal chemistry, with emphasis on chemoproteomics.

• Demonstrate a track record of promoting health equity through research, teaching/mentoring, service, or related professional activities.

• Have no prior tenure-track faculty appointment at any higher education institution.

• Meet the NIH definition of an Early Stage Investigator (ESI) at the time of hire (anticipated August 2026).

• Be currently eligible—and remain eligible—for NIH funding throughout the program.

• Possess an ORCID iD (registration available on the ORCID website if needed).

About the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy

Established in 1876 as the first pharmacy school within a state-supported university, the U-M College of Pharmacy offers:

• Pharm.D. Program

• B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences

• M.S. in Integrated Pharmaceutical Sciences

• Three Ph.D. programs

The College is consistently recognized for academic excellence and is currently ranked #2 in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report.
More information: https://pharmacy.umich.edu/

Deadline

Applications must be submitted by January 15, 2026.
Inquiries may be directed to:
Dr. Amanda Garner, Search Committee Chair – algarner@umich.edu

Background Screening

All candidates receiving a contingent offer are subject to a background check, which may be conducted by a third-party administrator, in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO Statement

The Department of Medicinal Chemistry, the College of Pharmacy, and the University of Michigan are committed to building and sustaining a diverse, inclusive workforce. The University upholds all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunity without regard to:

race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.

The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory/affirmative action employer.

Modes of Work

Work mode decisions—including hybrid or remote arrangements—are determined by the hiring department and reviewed annually. Work modes may change at any time based on departmental needs.