Role & Expectations

Successful candidates are expected to establish a highly competitive, independent, and externally funded research program. Faculty members will actively mentor graduate (M.S. and Ph.D.) and undergraduate students, teach foundational and advanced courses in their respective fields, and contribute to the collaborative environment of the department and university. Further, the candidate is expected to generate collaborations both within and outside the department to widen his/her research horizons. 

Qualifications

• PhD. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Polymer Science, or a closely related field.
• A strong track record of high-impact peer-reviewed publications.
• Demonstrated potential for teaching excellence and leadership in research.

Benefits

Bilkent University provides an active research and teaching environment with ample access to research infrastructure, a dynamic student body, and a vibrant campus. The benefits package includes furnished on-campus housing, discounted comprehensive private family health insurance, special discounts for the family members of the applicants attending the private preschool/kindergarten/elementary/middle schools operated by the Bilkent University system, free on-campus parking, a lunch card, and a salary commensurate with experience.

Bilkent University Chemistry Department will also cover tuition/fees, monthly stipends, and health insurances of all graduate (M.Sc., Ph.D.) student researchers registered to the Chemistry Department who will be working in the applicant’s research group.   

Interested candidates can apply via this link.