Chemistry Professor Jobs in Illinois
Chemistry Professor jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago and other Illinois metros, with employers like Loyola University Chicago and Chicago State University hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Chicago State University (CSU), is the oldest public university in the Chicago metropolitan area. Chicago State University is Illinois’ only four-year U.S. Department of Education-designated Predominantly Black Institution (PBI). CSU serves over 1,500 undergraduate students and nearly 900 graduate students. The university is a nationally accredited university with five colleges in Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Health Sciences and Pharmacy and proudly supports a diverse and non-traditional student population that hails from 28 countries and 36 states.
Discover the latest advancements and milestones achieved by CSU in our Annual Report: https://www.csu.edu/president/annual_report.htm.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Chicago State University School of Pharmacy invites applications for a tenure-track, academic-year faculty position in Medicinal Chemistry. Qualified applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Medicinal Chemistry or a closely related discipline. Preference will be given to candidates who have a pharmacy background, but it is not required. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience. Responsibilities include teaching, establishing a funded research program, and participation in the service mission of the School. The successful applicant will serve as part of a multidisciplinary team with the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of a School of pharmacy.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry or a closely related discipline
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Experience in teaching Medicinal Chemistry and Biochemistry
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preference will be given to candidates who have a pharmacy background and previous experience in pharmacy education.
Special Requirements
Applicants should submit a statement of teaching philosophy, research plans, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references.
INTRODUCTION
Chicago State University (CSU), is the oldest public university in the Chicago metropolitan area. Chicago State University is Illinois’ only four-year U.S. Department of Education-designated Predominantly Black Institution (PBI). CSU serves over 1,500 undergraduate students and nearly 900 graduate students. The university is a nationally accredited university with five colleges in Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Health Sciences and Pharmacy and proudly supports a diverse and non-traditional student population that hails from 28 countries and 36 states.
Discover the latest advancements and milestones achieved by CSU in our Annual Report: https://www.csu.edu/president/annual_report.htm.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Chicago State University School of Pharmacy invites applications for a tenure-track, academic-year faculty position in Medicinal Chemistry. Qualified applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Medicinal Chemistry or a closely related discipline. Preference will be given to candidates who have a pharmacy background, but it is not required. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience. Responsibilities include teaching, establishing a funded research program, and participation in the service mission of the School. The successful applicant will serve as part of a multidisciplinary team with the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of a School of pharmacy.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry or a closely related discipline
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Experience in teaching Medicinal Chemistry and Biochemistry
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preference will be given to candidates who have a pharmacy background and previous experience in pharmacy education.
Special Requirements
Applicants should submit a statement of teaching philosophy, research plans, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references.
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Chemistry Professor Job Market in Illinois
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Who's Hiring
- Loyola University Chicago4
- Chicago State University1
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- Education5
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chemistry professor jobs across Illinois.
- PhD in chemistry or a closely related field from an accredited institution
- Active record of peer-reviewed publications in a relevant chemistry subfield
- Experience teaching undergraduate or graduate chemistry lecture and lab courses
- Demonstrated ability to secure or pursue external research funding
- Proficiency with instrumentation such as NMR, HPLC, GC-MS, or ICP-MS
- Experience supervising undergraduate research students or graduate teaching assistants
Chemistry Professor Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many chemistry professor jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 5+ chemistry professor openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do chemistry professors make in Illinois?
Chemistry professors in Illinois earn a median of about $97,860 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,240 for the lowest 10% to over $160,620 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most chemistry professor jobs?
Chicago have the most chemistry professor openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire chemistry professors in Illinois?
Employers hiring chemistry professors in Illinois include Loyola University Chicago and Chicago State University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote chemistry professor jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 0% of chemistry professor openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for chemistry professor jobs in Illinois?
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