Assistant Professor - Environmental Chemistry / Toxicology, Department of Sciences **FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT** **ABOUT THE COLLEGE** John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY) and an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice. Led by President Karol V. Mason, John Jay is a federally designated Hispanic-serving institution, it is ranked third in the nation in Black student success, and it is a top ten institution for promoting student social mobility. John Jay is proud to serve a diverse and dynamic student body of 15,000 students that includes nearly fifty percent students who are first in their family to attend college as well as students who are immigrants, from low-income families, or from other historically underrepresented groups in higher education. The College participates in the doctoral programs of the Graduate Center of CUNY, and offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees both in traditional criminal justice-related fields of study as well as in a robust portfolio of liberal arts and sciences programs that highlight themes of justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. The College seeks staff and faculty members who thrive in multicultural academic environments and are committed to access and excellence in higher education. **POSITION OVERVIEW** The Department of Sciences is seeking a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor with expertise in Environmental Chemistry/Toxicology. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Environmental Chemistry, Toxicology, or related fields such as Analytical Chemistry, with research experience in Toxicology. The ideal candidate will have an active research program, proven expertise in teaching courses related to environmental chemistry and toxicology, and a dedication to mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. The hiring committee is particularly interested in applicants who support the college's diversity mission through their leadership, community service, research, or lived experiences. Candidates with a history of securing external funding, ongoing collaborations, and practical experience in environmental chemistry or toxicology are preferred. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching and research in Environmental Chemistry and Toxicology, and may also teach science and general education science courses. Additionally, the candidate should be prepared to share responsibilities for committee and departmental tasks, administrative and supervisory roles, and mentorship within the Department of Sciences. The Department of Sciences at John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a vibrant community ranked among the oldest and most prestigious in the country in the field of forensic science. Faculty are internationally recognized for their diverse expertise in chemistry, cellular and molecular biology, toxicology, entomology, pathology and criminalistics. The Department offers a BS in Forensic Science (which includes the three tracks of Criminalistics, Molecular Biology and Toxicology), a BS in Toxicology and a BS in Cellular & Molecular Biology. A Master of Science in Forensic Science is also offered in the three tracks previously listed. The Department also offers an accelerated BS/MS program. Candidates should demonstrate enthusiasm and a strong commitment to teaching, along with an active research and publication agenda. The successful candidate must be eager and qualified to work with our diverse student body. As outlined in John Jay College’s Seven Principles for a Culturally Responsive, Inclusive, and Anti-Racist Curriculum , the College seeks a faculty member who thrives in a multicultural, collaborative academic environment and is committed to both access and excellence in higher education. **QUALIFICATIONS** Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in the area(s) of Environmental Chemistry/Toxicology or closely related area. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement (e.g., established publication record in the peer-reviewed scientific literature), ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution, and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Candidates should also demonstrate potential for securing external funding to support their research interests. **COMPENSATION** $57,252 - $109,025. Salary commensurate with education and credentials. CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development. **HOW TO APPLY** If you are viewing the job posting on any website other than CUNYFirst, please follow the instructions below: 1. Navigate to www.cuny.edu 2. Select “Employment” 3. Select “Search Job Postings” 4. Create an Account 5. After creating an account, return to the Job Search page and select “Apply Now” Once you have registered or logged in with your user name and password, upload the following documents as one document in PDF format. Only applications submitted through CUNYFirst or John Jay College Website are eligible for consideration. * Cover Letter * Curriculum Vitae * Statement of scholarly interests * Statement of teaching philosophy * Statement of how you would contribute to the College’s diversity goals * Proof of degree Candidates should have three letters of recommendation emailed to the following address: SCIENCE@JJAY.CUNY.EDU with the subject title as “Job ID 31082 Recommendation letter”. **CLOSING DATE** Posting will close on December 1, 2025 Review of resumes to begin on December 2, 2025 **JOB SEARCH CATEGORY** CUNY Job Posting: Faculty **EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY** CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Job ID 31082 Location John Jay College