Assistant Professor, Energy Sciences Related to Chemistry

Job description

Description The Energy Sciences Institute (ESI), in partnership with the Department of Chemistry, Yale University, New Haven, CT, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank to commence as early as July 1, 2026. The ESI focuses on performing fundamental research that is connected to solving problems connected to the energy sector and is one of seven multidisciplinary research institutes at Yale University’s West Campus. Institute faculty hold a primary appointment in a physical science or engineering department. Currently, we seek to identify candidates whose research interests and accomplishments align with the Institute and the Chemistry Department. The Search Committee is particularly interested in individuals with expertise and research interests in the conversion of solar energy into storable chemical energy as well as those with interest in the development of “transitional technologies,” such as clean fuels and carbon capture and sequestration. Qualifications: Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline, and an outstanding record of research that demonstrates originality in addressing significant questions in...