Chemistry and Biochemistry
Cal Poly Pomona's Chemistry & Biochemistry Department offers three B.S. degree options and an M.Sc. program to prepare students for careers in chemistry. The faculty embrace Cal Poly Pomona's inclusive polytechnic identity and embody the teacher-scholar model by providing students with experiential learning and discovery opportunities through extensive laboratory study.
The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at Cal Poly Pomona invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning Fall 2027. We seek candidates with expertise in cosmetic or formulation chemistry (from any subdiscipline) and/or organic chemistry who are passionate about teaching, mentoring students, and developing an active research program within our teacher-scholar model. First consideration will be given to completed applications received by October 1, 2026. View the full position description and apply through the Cal Poly Pomona Careers website or through this link.
Department News
Ralp W. Ames Distinguished Research Award Honoring Chantal Stieber
August 29, 2023
Ralp W. Ames Distinguished Research Award Honoring Chantal Stieber. October 5, 2023 (during U-hour) 12:00 - 12:50 PM in room 4-2-314....
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Dr. Stieber and Graduate Student Romualda Aquino Receive Grant Award
June 30, 2023
Project Title: Effect of modifying nickel catalyst wingtips for C-F activation in pharmaceutical synthesis Award Agency: CSUPERB Faculty-Graduate Stud...
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Dr. Mogul and CPP Students Published Article
March 13, 2023
Stringent cleaning procedures during spacecraft assembly are critical to maintaining the integrity of life-detection missions. To ensure cleanliness,...
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