MIT Chemistry Future Faculty: The 2024 MIT Chemistry Future Faculty Symposium is a prestigious event aimed at post-doctoral scholars interested in academic careers. It will take place on August 12 and 13 at the MIT campus in Cambridge, MA, focusing on promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEM.
Designation: Symposium Participant
Research Area: Chemistry
Location: MIT Campus, Cambridge, MA
Eligibility/Qualification: This program is targeted towards post-doctoral researchers who are planning to apply for professorships at U.S. universities. Applicants should be committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the chemical sciences. Applications are encouraged from underrepresented groups in the field.
Job Description: Participants will engage with the MIT community through:
- Presenting a research talk
- Meeting with current faculty about research and teaching opportunities
- Touring campus and research facilities
- Interacting with students and staff dedicated to increasing diversity and inclusion within MIT Chemistry
How to Apply: Applicants should complete the online application form by 5pm ET on Friday, June 14, 2024. The application process includes:
- A brief summary of current research (1-2 pages, including at least one summary figure)
- A brief statement (400 words) on commitment to diversity in scholarship and teaching
- A brief statement (400 words) on a key unanswered question in your field and your approach to solving it
- A curriculum vitae (CV)
- Contact information for two recommenders (names and email addresses)
Applicants must also request two letters of recommendation from current and previous research advisors to be sent to mit-chemistry-future-faculty-symposium@MIT.edu.
Last Date for Apply: 5pm ET on Friday, June 14, 2024
For questions about the symposium or the application process, please email mit-chemistry-future-faculty-symposium@MIT.edu.
