Postdoc to Faculty Workshop

A workshop for prospective chemistry faculty

If you are a postdoctoral fellow interested in a faculty position in the chemical sciences at a college or university, this workshop can help you prepare for a rewarding career. Housing and meals will be provided to the selected applicants.

When and Where

August 17-18 in Philadelphia, PA (prior to the fall 2012 ACS National Meeting).

Highlights

The workshop:

  • compares and contrasts positions and expectations in undergraduate and graduate chemistry departments
  • provides assistance with and feedback on teaching philosophies and research statements
  • presents strategies for balancing scholarship, teaching, and service expectations with life outside academia
  • creates a network of early-career faculty along with mentors, who can guide newly-minted faculty members
  • introduces interactive teaching models and provides resources to facilitate their incorporation

How to Apply

Application submittal for the fall 2011 Postdoc to Faculty Workshop in Denver, CO is now closed. Application submittal for the fall 2012 Postdoc to Faculty Workshop just prior to the 244th ACS National Meeting in Philadelphia, PA will begin in early spring.

If you have any questions, write to Postdoc@acs.org.