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11 Holidays per year
3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
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Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

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Assistant or Associate Professor-Chemistry & Geochemistry

Butte, MT

Full Time

Chemistry & Geochemistry

Entry Level

Job Title: Assistant or Associate Professor
Department: Chemistry & Geochemistry
Employment Type: Full-Time, Academic Year (Tenure-Track)
AY Salary for Assistant Professor: $64,000
AY Salary for Associate Professor : $66,500
Location: Butte, MT (Campus-Based)

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.

Description
The Chemistry Department at Montana Technological University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position, at the rank of assistant or associate professor, with expertise in one more of the following subfields: inorganic chemistry, biochemistry, computational chemistry, and/or analytical chemistry. Candidates must be prepared to develop and teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, conduct sponsored research, participate in departmental activities, and serve the profession. The successful applicant will be expected to develop and maintain an externally funded research program, preferentially in alignment with the university’s priorities in areas of energy, critical minerals, environmental restoration, or other national strategic needs.

Education & Experience
The candidate must hold an earned doctoral degree by the position start date of August 16, 2027 in chemistry, or a closely related field, with an emphasis in inorganic chemistry, computational chemistry, biochemistry, and/or analytical chemistry. Postdoctoral or other postgraduate experience is preferred but not required. University level teaching experience in chemistry is preferred. The candidate's experience must reflect an ability to conduct novel, impactful research relevant to the areas of interest identified above. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate an ability to utilize effective pedagogies to create impactful classroom experiences for our students. Finally, the ideal candidate will have good interdisciplinary skills and the ability to interact productively with colleagues and students in a collaborative environment.

Applications received by December 6, 2026 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Duties:

Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels
Undergraduate courses will include those in areas of the candidate’s areas of expertise (inorganic chemistry, computational chemistry, analytical chemistry, and/or biochemistry) as well as introductory level courses.
Graduate courses will depend on the successful candidate’s areas of expertise and will serve the needs of current and emerging interdisciplinary doctoral and master’s programs.
Advise and mentor students
Participate in departmental activities
Develop and maintain an externally funded research program, working with both undergraduate and graduate level students.

Required Qualifications:

Earned doctoral degree in chemistry, or a closely related field by the position start date of August 16, 2027, with an emphasis in biochemistry, computational chemistry, analytical chemistry, and/or inorganic chemistry

Preferred Qualifications:

Postdoctoral or other postgraduate experience
University level teaching experience
Experience in developing new programs within a university department
Experience with writing grants
Experience in supporting students in research
Experience in publishing research results
Demonstrated scholarly expertise aligned with the university’s priorities in areas of energy, critical minerals, environmental restoration, or other national strategic needs.

For full consideration application materials must be complete.
Please include:

Cover Letter: Explicitly addresses all required job qualifications.
Curriculum Vitae (CV): Comprehensive academic and professional history.
Teaching Philosophy: Detailed statement of pedagogical approach (1-page maximum).
Research / Scholarly Plan: Strategy for future academic research (3-page maximum).
Graduate Transcripts: Copies of degree-granting academic records.
Professional References: Contact details for exactly three references. For associate-level applicants, references will not be contacted until after selection as a finalist.

Application Requirements

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

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Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Montana Tech as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Montana Tech will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring.

Due to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation and related guidance from USCIS and the Department of State, the University may be limited in its ability to offer H-1B sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas that require payment of the additional fee introduced by the Proclamation.

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To claim veteran's preference please complete the employment (veteran's) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

Download Employment (Veteran's) Preference Form (PDF)

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To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson at 406-496-4380 or email cisakson@mtech.edu

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

Benefits Package

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
11 Holidays per year
3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
Life and Disability Insurance
Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

*Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

About Montana Tech

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.

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