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FSU chemist earns Eli Lilly and Co. Grantee Award for contributions to biomedical, organic synthesis research
Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Joel M. Smith is the first from FSU to earn a Grantee Award from pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly and Co. In addition to highlighting the significance of his research, the award provides $150,000 in support to the Smith Laboratory as it continues to explore new ways of synthesizing complex molecules, laying the scientific foundation for creation of novel small-molecule drugs to treat various neurological disorders such as migraines, severe depression and Parkinson’s disease.
FSU chemist lands international fellowship to advance quantum materials
Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Michael Shatruk has earned a 2025 Novo Nordisk Fellowship. Through 752,000 Danish kroner in funding, or about $117,000, the fellowship will allow Shatruk to study quantum molecule-based materials using advanced equipment housed at the Technical University of Denmark in Copenhagen through early May.
ISL Pilot Grant Spotlight: Investigating the Effects of Microplastics on Human Neural Stem Cell Aging
The project, titled “Effects of Microplastics on Human Neural Stem Cell Aging,” addresses an emerging and critical environmental health concern with direct implications for brain aging and longevity.
FSU chemist earns Eli Lilly and Co. Grantee Award for contributions to biomedical, organic synthesis research
Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Joel M. Smith is the first from FSU to earn a Grantee Award from pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly and Co. In addition to highlighting the significance of his research, the award provides $150,000 in support to the Smith Laboratory as it continues to explore new ways of synthesizing complex molecules, laying the scientific foundation for creation of novel small-molecule drugs to treat various neurological disorders such as migraines, severe depression and Parkinson’s disease.
FSU chemist lands international fellowship to advance quantum materials
Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Michael Shatruk has earned a 2025 Novo Nordisk Fellowship. Through 752,000 Danish kroner in funding, or about $117,000, the fellowship will allow Shatruk to study quantum molecule-based materials using advanced equipment housed at the Technical University of Denmark in Copenhagen through early May.
ISL Pilot Grant Spotlight: Investigating the Effects of Microplastics on Human Neural Stem Cell Aging
The project, titled “Effects of Microplastics on Human Neural Stem Cell Aging,” addresses an emerging and critical environmental health concern with direct implications for brain aging and longevity.
12-month Teaching Faculty I
The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at Florida State University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month faculty position to teach General Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry lecture courses beginning Summer 2026. This is a continuing non-tenure track faculty position with opportunities for promotion. Applicants are required to have a PhD or highest-level terminal degree from an accredited institution in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a closely related field or equivalent qualifications based on professional experience. Applicants must possess a demonstrated specialty or teaching experience with Analytical Chemistry. The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities will include teaching General Chemistry and other undergraduate chemistry courses, with the opportunity to contribute to courses in Analytical Chemistry, depending on departmental needs. This individual will be expected to engage in curriculum development and continuous improvement of instructional materials, as well as provide service to the Department, College, and University.
Candidates should upload application materials—including a CV and a statement of teaching interests and philosophy—to https://jobs.fsu.edu (61601), and should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent by email to facultysearch@chem.fsu.edu.
Application review will begin 2/2/2026 and will continue until 4/1/2026.
FSU’s Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sections/equal-opportunity-compliance-engagement/equal-employment-opportunity-eeo