Welcome to the UW Department of Chemistry Community Job Board
We post job listings to this page for the convenience of students and alumni. Disclaimer: The Department of Chemistry does not endorse or verify opportunities offered by non-UW entities.
Do you have an opportunity to share? Email the details to the front desk.
Academy
- Academic Coach/Advisor, Halbert and Nancy Robinson Center for Young Scholars (RC) at the University of Washington (Undergraduate Academic Affairs)
- Assistant Professor in Biological Chemistry, Randolph-Macon College
- Visiting Assistant Professor in Chemistry, Whitworth University
- Laboratory Instructor in Chemistry and Biochemistry, Smith College
- Assistant Professor of Chemistry in Viticulture & Enology, University of California, Davis
- Seattle Central College: Seattle Central College has an instructor opening for CHEM 121 in Fall Quarter 2024 (Sept. 23-Dec. 11, with grades due by Dec. 16). CHEM 121 a one quarter general chemistry course for allied health students. The course covers unit analysis, atomic theory, Lewis structures, VSEPR geometry, molecular polarity, gas laws, solution concepts, stoichiometry, reaction types, and equilibrium. The course is in-person, MW from 6:00-9:30 pm with eight two-hour labs. Those interested in the position may submit an application to the Chemistry Part-Time Faculty Pool at Careers at Seattle Colleges, click on the view all open positions link and enter the search term: chemistry. Also contact Doug Wick after submission of the application.
- Tenure Track Assistant or Associate Professor in Computational Chemistry, Hofstra University
- Data Scientist, eScience Institute, University of Washington (remote/hybrid)
- The Biological Mechanisms of Healthy Aging T32 training grant at the University of Washington posts opportunities for pre-doc and post-doc positions with various application due dates. See the application process page for more information.
- National Cancer Institute Postdoc Opportunities in Technology Transfer: The mission of the DHHS/NIH/NCI Technology Transfer Center (TTC) is to facilitate partnerships between external organizations and the research laboratories of the NCI and nine other NIH institutes and centers. TTC fellowships provide an opportunity to apply a science, legal, or business background to a career in technology transfer, and/or create a new competency. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and positions are filled as they become available.
- Employment in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Washington
National Labs / Government
- Fellow, Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E): ARPA-E is an agency within the Department of Energy that funds high-risk, high-impact energy technologies. We are looking for creative early-career scientists and engineers to help direct the future of American energy innovation. The ARPA-E Fellowship is a prestigious, two-year, full-time, paid federal position in Washington, D.C. The position is open to current U.S. citizens who have received a STEM Ph.D. within the last five years or plan to defend within the next one year. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
- Director of the Training, Workforce Development and Diversity (TWD) Division: The National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) seeks a Director of the TWD Division. This position offers an exciting opportunity to set scientific priorities, lead change and enhance the biomedical research enterprise. Candidates must have earned a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree in a field related to the Division portfolio. For additional information and application instructions, please visit the vacancy announcement. Questions can be e-mailed to Ayanna Vest, J.D.
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Chemist 4 - DOH7446, Washington State Department of Health Newborn Screening Lab: The Chemist 4 will serve as the Designated Specialist for Newborn Screening (NBS) Method Development and Associated Accreditation Requirements (College of American Pathologists).
Industry / NGO
- Synthetic Organic Chemist, GelbChem
- (Senior) Scientist, Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics team- Variant Bio
- Summer Associate - Strategy Consultant, Bain & Company: Advanced degree candidates can spend a summer in a paid internship to understand the role of a strategy consultant. Details vary by office, but all programs offer an opportunity to be staffed on a case team doing real client work that allows you to have an impact and hone your skills.
- Material Handler I, Nanostring
- Banyu Carbon is hiring! Seeking a Lead Research & Development Chemist/Engineer in Ion Transport.
Job Resources
- UW Career & Internship Center calendar (featuring workshops hosted by UW staff, campus career fairs and select events hosted by employers)
- Check out Handshake [uw.joinhandshake.com], our national job and internship board, for opportunities.
- Subscribe to Interest Communities on the Career & Internship Center website.
- Need help with your resume or cover letter? Utilize the Career & Internship Center by using DIY Resources, attending workshops, or scheduling an appointment with a Career Coach.
- American Chemical Society (ACS) job listings: Chemical & Engineering News jobs
- ACS Puget Sound Section Opportunities for Chemistry-Related Employment and Internships
- AAAS Science job listings: Science Careers
- Association for Women in Science (AWIS) Career Center
- Careers at Boeing
- Eli Lilly and Company frequently hires analytical chemists. Positions listed as “Research Scientist” are typically for PhD level candidates (or BS/MS with equivalent work experience), whereas associate, consultant, etc. are usually BS/MS level positions.
- WHO jobs