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The Department of Chemistry at The Pennsylvania State University seeks outstanding applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in all areas of chemistry. Both junior and senior candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Ganesh Anand Joins Faculty of Department of Chemistry

The Penn State Department of Chemistry is excited to announce that Ganesh Anand will be joining the department faculty as an associate professor of chemistry.

The Department of Chemistry recently acquired a piece of Penn State history! A chemistry set that was issued to students in the early 20th century was recently donated to the department. It belonged to chemistry alum Paul Merkel, who graduated in 1917.

A Message from the Department Head

Our department offers a rich variety of opportunities and resources. I think you will find the Department of Chemistry at Penn State to be an exceptionally exciting, welcoming, and inclusive place and we hope that you can visit and explore the many opportunities here.

Associate Professor Ben Lear Completes Fulbright Fellowship in Finland

In 2019, Associate Professor of Chemistry Ben Lear travelled to Finland to complete a yearlong Fulbright Fellowship at Tampere University.

Lauren Zarzar, assistant professor of chemistry, has been selected as a recipient of the Marion Milligan Mason Award for Women in the Chemical Sciences by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).

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