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Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant Professor - Chemistry at its Detroit campus location.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Essential functions (job duties):
The Department of Chemistry at Wayne State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Organic Chemistry, broadly defined, with a focus on interdisciplinary biomedical research. The expected start date is August 18, 2027. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible academic year (9-month) faculty position.
- Conduct research in any broadly defined contemporary analytical or organic chemistry area, with a focus on interdisciplinary biomedical research.
- Teach Chemistry courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Publish research results in leading peer-reviewed journals.
- Aggressively seek external funding to support the research program.
- Direct graduate students’ research and thesis work.
- Assume department, college, and university duties are consistent with and appropriate for good faculty citizenship.
Qualifications:
Education: Ph.D. in a field of specialization or related area.
Experience: Research experience that indicates the ability to maintain a high profile, fundable, and contemporary research program. Research publications in leading journals appropriate to the discipline.
The required documents are: a) a one-page cover letter expressing your interest in joining the Department of Chemistry at Wayne State University, b) a curriculum vitae, c) a three- to five-page research plan outlining your independent research proposal and most significant accomplishments, and d) a one-page statement of teaching experience, interests, and philosophy. In addition, please arrange for three recommendation letters to be emailed directly from the letter writer to facultysearch@chem.wayne.edu.
For any inquiries, please contact the Chair of the Faculty Search Committee, Dr. Hien Nguyen (hmnguyen@wayne.edu). The committee will begin reviewing applications on December 15th, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
School/College/Division:
H12 - College of Liberal Arts & Science
Primary department:
H1205 - Chemistry
Employment type:
- Regular Employee
- Job type: Full Time
- Job category: Academic/Faculty
Funding/salary information:
- Compensation type: Annual Salary
- Salary minimum: TBD
- Salary hire maximum: TBD
Working conditions:
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between WSU and the WSU Chapter of the American Association of University Professors, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Job openings:
- Number of openings: 1
Background check requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
Assistant Professor - Chemistry
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant Professor - Chemistry at its Detroit campus location.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Essential functions (job duties):
The Department of Chemistry at Wayne State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Organic Chemistry, broadly defined, with a focus on interdisciplinary biomedical research. The expected start date is August 18, 2027. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible academic year (9-month) faculty position.
- Conduct research in any broadly defined contemporary analytical or organic chemistry area, with a focus on interdisciplinary biomedical research.
- Teach Chemistry courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Publish research results in leading peer-reviewed journals.
- Aggressively seek external funding to support the research program.
- Direct graduate students’ research and thesis work.
- Assume department, college, and university duties are consistent with and appropriate for good faculty citizenship.
Qualifications:
Education: Ph.D. in a field of specialization or related area.
Experience: Research experience that indicates the ability to maintain a high profile, fundable, and contemporary research program. Research publications in leading journals appropriate to the discipline.
The required documents are: a) a one-page cover letter expressing your interest in joining the Department of Chemistry at Wayne State University, b) a curriculum vitae, c) a three- to five-page research plan outlining your independent research proposal and most significant accomplishments, and d) a one-page statement of teaching experience, interests, and philosophy. In addition, please arrange for three recommendation letters to be emailed directly from the letter writer to facultysearch@chem.wayne.edu.
For any inquiries, please contact the Chair of the Faculty Search Committee, Dr. Hien Nguyen (hmnguyen@wayne.edu). The committee will begin reviewing applications on December 15th, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
School/College/Division:
H12 - College of Liberal Arts & Science
Primary department:
H1205 - Chemistry
Employment type:
- Regular Employee
- Job type: Full Time
- Job category: Academic/Faculty
Funding/salary information:
- Compensation type: Annual Salary
- Salary minimum: TBD
- Salary hire maximum: TBD
Working conditions:
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between WSU and the WSU Chapter of the American Association of University Professors, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Job openings:
- Number of openings: 1
Background check requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Assistant Professor of Chemistry
Align your credentials to EB-2 requirements
A Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related field is the standard qualifier for EB-2. If your doctorate is from outside the U.S., gather official transcripts and a credential evaluation before PERM begins, since DOL requires documented degree equivalency.
Target departments with active PERM history
Use Migrate Mate to search chemistry faculty roles at institutions that have already filed PERM applications for similar positions. Departments with prior green card sponsorship experience move faster and understand the recruitment documentation requirements.
Distinguish your research specialization in applications
PERM labor certification requires the employer to prove no qualified U.S. worker applied. A narrowly defined specialty, such as organometallic synthesis or computational electrochemistry, strengthens the recruitment record and reduces the risk of a successful U.S. applicant challenge.
Check your priority date against the Visa Bulletin
If you're from India or China, your EB-2 or EB-3 priority date determines when you can file I-485. Review the USCIS Visa Bulletin monthly to track your category and plan whether premium processing on the I-140 makes sense for your timeline.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's PERM filing must certify they'll pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and metro area so you enter salary negotiations knowing the wage floor the institution must legally meet.
Understand what the PERM recruitment test requires
DOL mandates a specific recruitment process, including a print and online job advertisement, before PERM is filed. Confirm your prospective department has HR support for this process and ask who manages the PERM documentation to avoid delays after your offer is signed.
Green Card Assistant Professor of Chemistry: Frequently Asked Questions
Do universities commonly sponsor green cards for Assistant Professor of Chemistry roles?
Yes. Research universities and four-year colleges regularly sponsor chemistry faculty through the EB-2 category, which covers roles requiring an advanced degree. Because the position inherently requires a Ph.D. or equivalent, institutions are accustomed to the PERM process and I-140 petition filing. Community colleges and smaller institutions sponsor less frequently, so it's worth confirming the department's willingness before accepting an offer.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a chemistry professor?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, subject to an annual lottery, and requires an LCA filed with DOL. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. The process involves PERM labor certification, an I-140 immigrant petition, and either adjustment of status or consular processing. It's permanent, but priority date backlogs can extend timelines significantly depending on your country of birth.
How can I find chemistry faculty positions where the institution is open to green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your search on chemistry departments that have already navigated the PERM process. This saves time you'd otherwise spend asking HR about sponsorship willingness during early-stage interviews, when raising the topic can complicate negotiations.
What happens to my green card case if I change institutions before it's approved?
If your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days and your I-140 was approved, AC21 job portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without abandoning your case. If the I-140 hasn't been approved yet, the new institution typically needs to restart the PERM process, though an approved I-140's priority date can carry forward to the new petition.
Does my research specialization affect how PERM labor certification is conducted?
Yes, directly. The PERM job description must accurately reflect the duties and minimum requirements of the position. A narrowly defined specialization, such as surface chemistry or spectroscopic analysis of biological systems, makes it harder for a generalist applicant to meet the stated qualifications, which strengthens the employer's case that no qualified U.S. worker applied during the mandatory recruitment period conducted before PERM is filed.