Full or associate professor position in the domain of theoretical/computational chemistry (100%)

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Publication date:16 July 2025
Workload:100%
Place of work:Geneva

Job summary

The University of Geneva seeks a Full or Associate Professor in theoretical/computational chemistry. Join a dynamic work environment and enjoy academic benefits.

Tasks

Teach Bachelor and Master courses in general and physical chemistry.
Lead a competitive research program in theoretical chemistry.
Apply for external funding and handle administrative duties.

Skills

PhD in chemistry or equivalent with teaching experience required.
Strong publication record in high-ranked journals.
Expertise in quantum chemical methods.

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Full or associate professor position in the domain of theoretical/ computational chemistry

University of GenevaDepartment of Physical Chemistry

Workplace Geneva, Lake Geneva region, Switzerland Category

Chemistry | Physics

Position

Professor

Occupation rate

100%

Job Start 1st September 2026, or as agreed Published 15 July 2025 Closing Date 30 October 2025

The Faculty of Science of the University of Geneva is opening a position of

FULL or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR position at the Department of Physical Chemistry, in the domain of theoretical/ computational chemistry

The Department of physical chemistry of the Faculty of science of the University of Geneva offers an innovative and stimulating scientific environment. Internationally recognized research of the Department includes the development and application of spectroscopic and microscopic tools to study ultrafast processes, protein dynamics and biochemical processes, the birth of crystals, aggregates and chiral materials as well as theoretical chemistry.

Description

The position is full time with teaching at the Bachelor and Master levels in the field of general chemistry, physical chemistry and quantum chemistry (6 h/week). The successful candidate is expected to lead a vibrant research program at an internationally competitive level in theoretical or computational chemistry. The field of research should enable synergies within the department and with the priority projects of the Faculty of Science, that is, life sciences, materials sciences, and environmental science. Research areas of interest are (but are not restricted to) the development of quantum chemical methods for the description of the (electronic) structure, properties and dynamics of (bio)molecules, molecular aggregates and molecular materials. The candidate will be asked to apply for external funding and will be involved in administrative duties in the Department of physical chemistry and in the Faculty of Science.

Requirements

PhD in chemistry or equivalent.

Relevant teaching experience.

Track record of scientific achievements including publications in high-ranked international journals.

Contact and Address

STARTING DATE : 1st September 2026, or as agreed.

CONTACT : Complementary information may be obtained at the following e-mail address : scienceopenings@ unige.ch.

ADDITIONNAL INFORMATION : Applications should include the following:
- Cover letter ;
- Detailed CV together with a list of publications ;
- Copy of highest degrees/diploma ;
- Research and teaching statements ;
- List of referees who may later be contacted directly by the search committee. Recommendation letters are not requested at this stage.

Applications should be submitted exclusively on-line to the following address : https://jobs.unige.ch before 30 october 2025 (23:59 Geneva time).

APPLICATIONS SENT BY EMAIL OR POST SHALL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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