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Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: Faculty - College of Science and Mathematics
Tenure-Track Faculty Position
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
College of Science and Mathematics
Rowan University
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Rowan University is seeking to hire a 10 month Tenure-Track Professor (open rank) with an appointment to begin September 2027.
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is specifically interested in candidates who will develop a research program in the areas of synthetic organic chemistry, organic materials, or organometalics. Outstanding candidates with research programs outside of these areas may also be considered.
A Ph.D. or equivalent in Chemistry or related field is required; postdoctoral experience is expected. Preference will be given to candidates with a track record and/or potential to establish and sustain a strong research program. We anticipate hiring at the Assistant Professor level, but outstanding candidates may be considered at the Associate or Full Professor levels. The successful candidates are expected to develop and maintain an active, highly visible, extramurally funded research program with outstanding scholarship, teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and contribute to the various service endeavors in the Department, College, and University. Opportunities for research collaboration exist within the Department, as well as with Departments of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Rowan Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine, Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, and others.
Faculty in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry have diverse expertise including drug synthesis and characterization, pharmacology, protein biochemistry, material synthesis and characterization. The department includes three active NSF Career awardees as well as faculty who are recipients of major research grants/awards from NIH (MIRA, R01), NSF, and several other private foundations/industries. The ideal candidates will provide complementary and synergistic expertise to our research efforts and develop an independent, externally funded research program in the broad discipline of their expertise.
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is one of six departments in the College of Science & Mathematics, which is also home to the School of Earth & Environment. The department serves >450 graduate and undergraduate students in programs such as Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry; M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences; B.S. in Chemistry (ACS Accredited); B.A. in Chemistry, B.S. in Biochemistry (ASBMB Accredited), several certificate programs and accelerated degree programs (4+1 B.S. & M.S., 3+4 B.S & M.D., 3+4 B.S. & D.O.) etc. The department also contributes to multiple degree programs on campus including MS and PhD in Material Sciences and Engineering, BS and MS in Bioinformatics, MS in Medical Lab Sciences, & BS in Molecular and Cellular Biosciences.
Complete applications will include:
- Cover letter
- Current detailed CV
- Statement of research interests, including applicants' future research goals and plans for obtaining external funding to achieve those goals
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable for initial review)
- Names and contact information for at least three references from whom the applicant has requested letters of support
Review of applications will commence on October 15 and continue until suitable candidates have been identified. Applicants will need to submit the above materials via our online application system.
BENEFIT INFORMATION
For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).
SALARY
In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is:
- Assistant Professor: AFT: Range 22-25
- Associate Professor: AFT: Range 26-29
- Full Professor: AFT: Range 30-33
with placement within the range determined by candidate's qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors. Appropriate start-up packages may be available.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. All positions are contingent upon budget appropriations. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Subash Jonnalagadda, Department Head, (jonnalagadda@rowan.edu).
About Rowan University
A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to more than 25,000 students. The fastest-growing public research institution in the Northeast and among the country’s top 10 fastest-growing, Rowan offers a thriving multidisciplinary environment with a strong emphasis on practical research in health care, engineering, science and business, while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. Nationally recognized for innovation, high-quality, affordable education and public-private partnerships, Rowan is one of two universities in the U.S. to offer M.D., D.O. and D.V.M. degree programs.
Advertised: Sep 17 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
Job no: 501835
Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: Faculty - College of Science and Mathematics
Tenure-Track Faculty Position
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
College of Science and Mathematics
Rowan University
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Rowan University is seeking to hire a 10 month Tenure-Track Professor (open rank) with an appointment to begin September 2027.
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is specifically interested in candidates who will develop a research program in the areas of synthetic organic chemistry, organic materials, or organometalics. Outstanding candidates with research programs outside of these areas may also be considered.
A Ph.D. or equivalent in Chemistry or related field is required; postdoctoral experience is expected. Preference will be given to candidates with a track record and/or potential to establish and sustain a strong research program. We anticipate hiring at the Assistant Professor level, but outstanding candidates may be considered at the Associate or Full Professor levels. The successful candidates are expected to develop and maintain an active, highly visible, extramurally funded research program with outstanding scholarship, teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and contribute to the various service endeavors in the Department, College, and University. Opportunities for research collaboration exist within the Department, as well as with Departments of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Rowan Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine, Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, and others.
Faculty in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry have diverse expertise including drug synthesis and characterization, pharmacology, protein biochemistry, material synthesis and characterization. The department includes three active NSF Career awardees as well as faculty who are recipients of major research grants/awards from NIH (MIRA, R01), NSF, and several other private foundations/industries. The ideal candidates will provide complementary and synergistic expertise to our research efforts and develop an independent, externally funded research program in the broad discipline of their expertise.
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is one of six departments in the College of Science & Mathematics, which is also home to the School of Earth & Environment. The department serves >450 graduate and undergraduate students in programs such as Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry; M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences; B.S. in Chemistry (ACS Accredited); B.A. in Chemistry, B.S. in Biochemistry (ASBMB Accredited), several certificate programs and accelerated degree programs (4+1 B.S. & M.S., 3+4 B.S & M.D., 3+4 B.S. & D.O.) etc. The department also contributes to multiple degree programs on campus including MS and PhD in Material Sciences and Engineering, BS and MS in Bioinformatics, MS in Medical Lab Sciences, & BS in Molecular and Cellular Biosciences.
Complete applications will include:
- Cover letter
- Current detailed CV
- Statement of research interests, including applicants' future research goals and plans for obtaining external funding to achieve those goals
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable for initial review)
- Names and contact information for at least three references from whom the applicant has requested letters of support
Review of applications will commence on October 15 and continue until suitable candidates have been identified. Applicants will need to submit the above materials via our online application system.
BENEFIT INFORMATION
For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).
SALARY
In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is:
- Assistant Professor: AFT: Range 22-25
- Associate Professor: AFT: Range 26-29
- Full Professor: AFT: Range 30-33
with placement within the range determined by candidate's qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors. Appropriate start-up packages may be available.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. All positions are contingent upon budget appropriations. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Subash Jonnalagadda, Department Head, (jonnalagadda@rowan.edu).
About Rowan University
A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to more than 25,000 students. The fastest-growing public research institution in the Northeast and among the country’s top 10 fastest-growing, Rowan offers a thriving multidisciplinary environment with a strong emphasis on practical research in health care, engineering, science and business, while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. Nationally recognized for innovation, high-quality, affordable education and public-private partnerships, Rowan is one of two universities in the U.S. to offer M.D., D.O. and D.V.M. degree programs.
Advertised: Sep 17 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Faculty Position
Confirm your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Faculty positions typically require a master's or doctoral degree in a specific discipline, which satisfies OPT specialty occupation requirements. Confirm the job posting explicitly states a degree requirement in your field before applying to avoid authorization issues.
Target institutions with established international hiring experience
Research universities and large community college systems hire international faculty regularly and have dedicated HR processes for OPT and H-1B visa paperwork. Smaller private colleges may lack that infrastructure, making the sponsorship conversation significantly harder to navigate.
Apply well before your OPT end date
Faculty hiring cycles run on academic calendars, often 6 to 12 months ahead of start dates. If your OPT expires before a position begins, the institution will need to sponsor an H-1B or J-1 visa, so raise this timeline early in conversations.
Distinguish between tenure-track and visiting faculty roles
Visiting faculty and postdoctoral positions are often hired on shorter timelines and are more likely to accommodate OPT authorization quickly. Tenure-track roles involve longer processes, which can create timing mismatches if your OPT window is narrow.
Leverage STEM OPT if your discipline qualifies
STEM fields including computer science, engineering, biology, and economics have eligible CIP codes that allow a 24-month OPT extension. A three-year total authorization window makes you a more practical hire for departments planning around H-1B sponsorship timelines.
Address visa status proactively in your cover letter
Faculty search committees often lack HR fluency on OPT rules. A brief, clear statement explaining your current authorization status and expected H-1B eligibility removes uncertainty and signals professionalism, reducing the likelihood your application is set aside without consideration.
Faculty Position OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a faculty member on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Faculty positions at accredited colleges and universities generally qualify as specialty occupations under F-1 OPT rules because they require a specific advanced degree. Your work must be directly related to your degree field. If you're teaching or researching in a STEM-eligible discipline, you may also qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to three years of total authorization.
Do faculty jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree field, not the job title itself. STEM OPT eligibility is tied to your degree's CIP code. Faculty in computer science, engineering, mathematics, biology, and economics are commonly eligible. Humanities, fine arts, and social work disciplines typically are not. Confirm your CIP code with your designated school official before assuming eligibility.
Will universities sponsor H-1B visas for faculty positions?
Most research universities and large public institutions sponsor H-1B visas for full-time faculty, particularly for tenure-track roles. Visiting faculty and adjunct positions are less consistently sponsored. Cap-exempt institutions, including universities and affiliated nonprofits, can file H-1B petitions at any time without waiting for the annual lottery, which significantly improves your odds of transitioning from OPT.
Where can I find faculty jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate lists faculty and academic positions from employers experienced with international work authorization. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers helps you focus on institutions that have hired F-1 candidates before and are familiar with the paperwork. Browsing by discipline on Migrate Mate can help you identify departments actively recruiting in your field.
Does teaching as a graduate assistant count toward my OPT?
Graduate assistantships during your program are authorized under your F-1 student status, not OPT. Post-completion OPT is separate and begins after you graduate. Work as a faculty member, postdoctoral researcher, or instructor after graduation counts toward your OPT employment requirement, as long as it directly relates to your degree field and averages at least 20 hours per week.