Department of Chemistry, Physics, Geology & the Environment

The Department of Chemistry, Physics, Geology & the Environment is housed within the College of Arts & Sciences and located in the Sims Science Building. The department offers a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Chemistry, as well as minors in Chemistry, Applied Physics, and Geology. We have a strong tradition of exceptional student outcomes with many graduates matriculating into medical, dental, pharmacy, and other graduate programs. Be sure to check out the latest department news and announcements!

*** Faculty Search - Assistant Professor of Chemistry ***

Winthrop University invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Chemistry with expertise in organic or inorganic fields, especially with emphasis in green/environmental chemistry. Review of applications will begin on October 25, 2024 with an expected start date of August 2025. Applicants must apply electronically at https://apply.interfolio.com/154551.

Major Responsibilities

Serve as a research mentor in an established, year-round undergraduate research program that prepares students from diverse groups for PhD programs in the chemical/biochemical sciences
Develop and teach undergraduate organic chemistry or inorganic chemistry lectures and labs; teach advanced courses in areas of expertise/interest
Teach in the general chemistry program for science majors
Develop grant proposals to support student research and curricular interests
Provide service to students, the department, university, and scientific community

Qualifications

Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong personal ethics for mentorship of students, for working in a team-oriented environment, and for sparking enthusiasm for chemistry
PhD in chemistry or closely related discipline required. Post-doctoral or equivalent experience preferred
Strong background and demonstrated experience or ability to teach undergraduate organic or inorganic chemistry is required, especially with expertise in green/environmental chemistry
Demonstrated passion for directing year-round undergraduate chemistry research projects, for participating in an established, national-caliber undergraduate research program, and for effectively mentoring students from underrepresented groups
Recent research publications in a chemical science preferred
Expertise in an area that matches department interests and complements current strengths. Department interests include (but are not limited to) green/environmental chemistry, bioanalytical/biophysical chemistry, materials science, computational chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and chemical biology

Chemistry and Biochemistry at Winthrop

Chemistry is the central science. With a degree in chemistry from Winthrop, you can pursue a career in science, medicine, education, and so much more.

Why Winthrop Chemistry?

Winthrop Chemistry offers ACS and ASBMB certified degrees in chemistry and biochemistry. Find out why Winthrop Chemistry is right for you.

What Can I Do With a Chemistry Degree?

Chemistry majors go on to pursue careers in government, industry, pharmacy, and medicine. Learn about all the things you can do with a degree in chemistry.

Chemistry and Biochemistry Research

Interested in research? The department has an active undergraduate research program that involves faculty specializing in chemistry and biochemistry.

Physics, Geology, and Environmental Programs at Winthrop

The department also offers degrees in Environmental Studies (B.A.) and Environmental Sciences (B.S.) in addition to minors in Geology and Physics.

Physics at Winthrop

Geology at Winthrop

Environmental Programs at Winthrop

World's Hottest Chili Pepper Confirmed by Winthrop Chemistry Professor

Winthrop Chemistry professor Cliff Calloway and his students used HPLC analysis to verify that "Pepper X" is now the hottest chili pepper in the world. The new variety, developed by Ed Currie of Puckerbutt Peppers, scored over 2.6 million Scoville heat units making it roughly 3 times hotter than the Carolina Reaper pepper, the previous record holder. The pepper was recently featured in an episode of the popular "Hot Ones" YouTube show.