The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List: 330 research/teaching positions and 47 teaching positions

The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List has 330 research/teaching positions and 47 teaching positions. 

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On December 3, 2024, the 2025 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List had 428 research/teaching positions and 65 teaching positions. On December 5, 2023, the 2024 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List had 472 research/teaching positions and 49 teaching positions. To see long-term trending, go to Andrew Spaeth's visualization of previous years' list. 

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The Chemical Engineering Faculty Jobs List: 89 research/teaching positions and 18 teaching positions

The Chemical Engineering Faculty Jobs List (by Arvind Ganesan and Todd N. Whittaker) has 89 research/teaching positions and 18 teaching positions. 

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The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List: 330 research/teaching positions and 47 teaching positions

The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List has 330 research/teaching positions and 47 teaching positions. 

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On November 19, 2024, the 2025 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List had 415 research/teaching positions and 58 teaching positions. On November 21, 2023, the 2024 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List had 455 research/teaching positions and 47 teaching positions. To see long-term trending, go to Andrew Spaeth's visualization of previous years' list. 

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The Chemical Engineering Faculty Jobs List: 86 research/teaching positions and 16 teaching positions

The Chemical Engineering Faculty Jobs List (by Arvind Ganesan and Todd N. Whittaker) has 86 research/teaching positions and 16 teaching positions. 

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Have a good weekend

Looking forward to a fun weekend, and this week was reasonably productive as well. I hope that you have a wonderful weekend and we'll see you for a short week next week. See you on Monday. 

The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List: 312 research/teaching positions and 42 teaching positions

The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List has 312 research/teaching positions and 42 teaching positions. 

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On November 12, 2024, the 2025 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List had 408 research/teaching positions and 54 teaching positions. On November 14, 2023, the 2024 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List had 440 research/teaching positions and 40 teaching positions. To see long-term trending, go to Andrew Spaeth's visualization of previous years' list. 

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The Chemical Engineering Faculty Jobs List: 81 research/teaching positions and 12 teaching positions

The Chemical Engineering Faculty Jobs List (by Arvind Ganesan and Todd N. Whittaker) has 81 research/teaching positions and 12 teaching positions. 

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Have a great weekend

As always, the song doesn't really reflect anything other than literally not regretting spending a very happy thirty minutes in a small French cafe/bar last month. Anyway, a wild and fun week. I hope that you had a great week and that you have a wonderful weekend. See you on Monday. 

The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List: 300 research/teaching positions and 38 teaching positions

The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List has 300 research/teaching positions and 38 teaching positions. 

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On November 5, 2024, the 2025 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List had 396 research/teaching positions and 45 teaching positions. On November 7, 2023, the 2024 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List had 424 research/teaching positions and 40 teaching positions. To see long-term trending, go to Andrew Spaeth's visualization of previous years' list. 

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The Chemical Engineering Faculty Jobs List: 81 research/teaching positions and 12 teaching positions

The Chemical Engineering Faculty Jobs List (by Arvind Ganesan and Todd N. Whittaker) has 81 research/teaching positions and 12 teaching positions 

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Towards a data-informed prediction of Fall 2026 US chemistry PhD admissions | a warning to senior undergraduates

As faithful readers of this blog know, I found the statement that Harvard Chemistry and Chemical Biology was cutting its Fall 2026 entering class by ~80% to be quite notable. I think it is worth thinking about the possibility that this is more widespread than simply Harvard CCB: 

1. I believe that the Trump Administration's actions have resulted in significant financial pressure on R1 universities 
2. I believe that some of the largest chemistry PhD producing universities are responding by cutting available slots for Fall 2026 

For supposition 2, I think I have some speculative data that I am not yet willing to share. Nevertheless, I will ask the question this way: does anyone believe that class sizes for Fall 2026 will be higher than Fall 2025? I don’t. If so, what does that mean? 

I believe it means this - for students other than the very strongest senior undergraduates (strong letters of recommendations, significant research contributions*), I would think very seriously about a plan B, C or D regarding What To Do if you do not get into the graduate program of your choice. I don’t know what those potential plans might be, but they include going to a somewhat less desirable university, taking a position in a laboratory as a post-baccalaureate student** or going into industry. 

If this indeed is the beginning of a lengthy system-wide slowdown in the number of chemistry PhDs in the United States, while, yes, it will be theoretically good for incumbent PhDs, I believe this is very bad for the American chemical research enterprise, as fewer workers per year is going to ultimately result in less research production as opposed to more. But this is all very speculatory, and the known immediate impact will be much more keenly felt by the senior undergraduate (those graduating class of 2026.) 

Finally, a biology professor made an interesting counter-argument. If you believe (as I speculate) that there will be fewer entering international students into American science graduate schools in Fall 2026, is it possible that fewer international students mean that the classes will shrink but the number of domestic students will stay the same? I am skeptical about this, but I think it really depends on the individual dynamics within each chemistry department. 

I can’t see how this is good news for anyone, but I am particularly struck by the negative consequences for next year’s graduates. I wish this were not so, and I am not quite sure what to do about my knowledge, other than warn people. Sorry. 

UPDATE (11/10/25, 3 PM Eastern): added a second link to my previous predictions from April, which were incorrect about who was impacted the most. 

*I'm not a R1 professor of chemistry, just a random guy. Ask your professors if they agree with me. 

**Is this a thing in chemistry? I saw a professor suggesting this on social media, and I have to say I’m not quite sure of its value, i.e. it seems to me a very expensive (compared to an industry job) means of securing a position in a future entering class.

Have a great weekend

Always good to be back home and it's nice when the good luck seems to keep rolling a little. I hope that you had a good week. See you on Monday. 

Job posting: Research Scientist, Synthetic Technologies, NIBR, Cambridge, MA

Via Bluesky, this position: 

We are seeking a highly talented and motivated synthetic / medicinal chemist to join the Synthesis Technologies Team within Global Discovery Chemistry group at BioMedical Research (NIBR) at our Cambridge, MA site. We are a highly collaborative and global group of curious, unbossed chemists across multiple disciplines where we value your ideas, personal growth, and career aspirations. You will be given opportunities to explore the power of cutting-edge science and technology and be empowered to take smart risks. Using your creativity and tenacity, you will contribute to the discovery, development, and characterization of small molecules to further GDC’s mission to discover innovative medicines.

Internal Job Title: Research Scientist I/II

Position Location: Cambridge, MA, onsite

What you’ll bring to the role:

• BS or MS degree in synthetic organic chemistry and 0-5+ years of industrial experience. This is not a PhD-level position.
• Strong working knowledge and practical experience in synthetic organic methodology, multi-step preparation of drug substances, and synthetic problem-solving
• Excellent observational, organizational, data management and documentation skills.
• Enthusiasm for the development of green and sustainable synthesis methods is preferred.
• Outstanding communication skills to proactively collaborate with medicinal chemistry teams in order to identify opportunities to positively impact projects.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $60,600 and $112,600 per year for Research Scientist I, and $77,000 and $143,000 per year for Research Scientist II.

Full ad here. Best wishes to those interested. 

The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List: 290 research/teaching positions and 34 teaching positions

The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List has 290 research/teaching positions and 34 teaching positions. 

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On October 29, 2024, the 2025 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List had 378 research/teaching positions and 41 teaching positions. On October 31, 2023, the 2024 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List had 415 research/teaching positions and 38 teaching positions. To see long-term trending, go to Andrew Spaeth's visualization of previous years' list. 

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Job posting: Visiting Professor of Chemistry & Biochemistry, Clarkson University, Potsdam, NY

From the inbox, this position: 

General Purpose: Teach undergraduate courses in (bio)inorganic, (bio)physical, and general chemistry (labs and lectures).

Responsibilities

• Teach lectures and advanced labs in (bio)inorganic, (bio)physical, or (bio)analytical.
• Teach General Chemistry lectures and labs for majors and non-majors.
• Develop lecture materials, homework assignments and exams, grade student work, and assign final grades, along with supervision of the laboratory component and laboratory TAs
• Work with the Instrumental manager, Chemistry Stockroom Manager and the Director of First Year Chemistry to coordinate chemical preparation and laboratory equipment use

Full ad here. Best wishes to those interested. 

The Chemical Engineering Faculty Jobs List: 69 research/teaching positions and 10 teaching positions

The Chemical Engineering Faculty Jobs List (by Arvind Ganesan and Todd N. Whittaker) has 69 research/teaching positions and 10 teaching positions. 

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Have a great weekend

This was a good week for me, I think. Not too much stress, just the right amount of pressure. I hope that you got accomplished what you wished accomplished, and I think I might hunt for another cup of coffee before I have to board my flight home. Here's hoping I get home on time, and we'll see you on Monday. 

Job posting: Senior Applications Scientist, OMI Industries, Rising Sun, IN

From the inbox, this position: 

ABOUT OMI INDUSTRIES 

At OMI Industries, we are committed to using the power of plant oils to produce safe and effective odor removing formulations without the use of harsh chemicals. With over 30 years of expertise, OMI is the world leader in manufacturing odor eliminating solutions for industrial, commercial, and consumer applications. 

We are looking for a Senior Applications Scientist to join our growing team!

JOB PURPOSE

We are looking for a dynamic Senior Application Scientist to join our team and serve as the critical link between Research and Development and our industrial sales group. This role combines scientific expertise with customer-facing collaboration, helping translate complex data into solutions that drive real-world impact. The ideal candidate thrives both in the lab and in the field, can work independently, and communicates with ease through technical and non-technical audiences.

JOB RESPONSIBILITY SUMMARY

• Partner with the industrial sales team to provide scientific insight during customer meetings, site visits, and product demonstrations.
• Conduct odor panel testing and gas sampling in customer and field environments, ensuring results are accurate and actionable.
• Operate and maintain advanced analytical instruments (GCMS, LCMS, desorption tubes, etc.), troubleshooting and method developing as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Ph.D. in Chemistry.
• Experience running GCMS and/or LCMS (Thermo Fisher preferable).
• Experience method development on GCMS and/or LCMS. 
• Requires a minimum of one first-author paper published in a reputable scientific journal.

Full ad here. Apply here. Best wishes to those interested. 

The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List: 271 research/teaching positions and 32 teaching positions

The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List has 271 research/teaching positions and 32 teaching positions. 

Want to help out? Here's a Google Form to enter positions.

On October 22, 2024, the 2025 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List had 368 research/teaching positions and 38 teaching positions. On October 17, 2023, the 2024 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List had 384 research/teaching positions and 34 teaching positions. To see long-term trending, go to Andrew Spaeth's visualization of previous years' list. 

Want to talk anonymously? Have an update on the status of a job search? Here's a link to the first open thread. 

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Are you having problems accessing the Google Sheet because of a Google Documents error? Email me at chemjobber@gmail.com and I will send you an Excel download of the latest sheet.

The Chemical Engineering Faculty Jobs List: 64 research/teaching positions and 10 teaching positions

The Chemical Engineering Faculty Jobs List (by Arvind Ganesan and Todd N. Whittaker) has 64 research/teaching positions and 10 teaching positions. 

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Have a good weekend

Well, a week off was pretty great, and I managed to even be sort of productive this week. The broader news doesn't seem to be getting better, that's for sure. Well, here's hoping for a good weekend for all and a good travel day for me on Sunday. Talk to you then. See you on Monday! 

Harvard Crimson: Harvard Chemistry to cut entering grad student class to 4 to 5 students in 2026

Via Jon Ben-Menachem on Bluesky, this news from the Harvard Crimson (article by William C. Mao and Veronica H. Paulus, emphasis mine): 

"The Faculty of Arts and Sciences slashed the number of Ph.D. student admissions slots for the Science division by more than 75 percent and for the Arts & Humanities division by about 60 percent for the next two years.

...The Organismic and Evolutionary Biology department will shrink its class size by roughly 75 percent to three new Ph.D. students, according to two professors. Molecular and Cellular Biology will reduce its figure to four new students, and Chemistry and Chemical Biology will go down to four or five admits, one of the professors added.

The reduction in admissions slots puts a figure to FAS Dean Hopi E. Hoekstra’s announcement in late September that the school would be admitting Ph.D. students at “significantly reduced levels.” Hoekstra cited uncertainty around research funding and an increase to the endowment tax — which could cost Harvard $300 million per year — as sources of financial pressure."

Well, add this to the list of things that I did not accurately predict on January 20 of this year. While I do feel that this may be unique to Harvard (due to the direct attention that has attracted from the Trump Administration), it is very clear that PhD admissions will be significantly reduced to chemistry programs in Fall 2026 and likely for the foreseeable future. That is very bad news for the long run of the American chemical enterprise, both academic and industrial.

Perhaps I am overly optimistic, but you can perhaps imagine a scenario where this is simply a one to two year blip at Harvard and not a widespread crimp on forward research in academic chemistry in the United States, but I would not bet next month's mortgage payment on that one. 

Obviously, this will have odd and stochastic short-term impacts throughout the academic pipeline. It appears that class sizes are in the 30ish range for Harvard CCB; this means that 25ish students will have to find homes somewhere else in academia or industry. If this is a ripple simply in Cambridge, that is one thing - if it is larger (i.e. I estimate that the entering class in the United States in normal times is somewhere around 3300 students per year in PhD programs in chemistry) and we're looking at the system cutting students by some very large percentage, this will definitely have impacts for years to come. 

Best wishes to the affected students, and to all of us.