UW-Madison Department of Chemistry

Calling all chemistry educators—from K–12 teachers to faculty and researchers!
Join colleagues from across the globe at , the largest international gathering of chemistry educators, happening July 26–30 at UW–Madison.
Expect workshops, symposia, posters, and conversations shaping the future of chemistry education.
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Love taking a project from idea to execution—and making every detail count?
Join the UW–Madison Department of Chemistry as our next Events & Programs Specialist!
From organizing dynamic programs to connecting with students, faculty, and industry partners, this role is all about bringing chemistry to life—both inside and outside the lab.
If you’re passionate about creating experiences, building community, and working in one of the most innovative academic environments around, this could be your perfect reaction.
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Events & Programs Specialist - Madison, Wisconsin, United States Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Job Category:Academic StaffEmployment Type:RegularJob Profile:Project CoordinatorJob Summary:The Department of Chemistry is seeking a highly o...

We’re hiring!
The Department of Chemistry at UW–Madison is seeking an Analytical Chemistry Lecturer for Fall 2026. This 50% appointment will teach courses in Fundamentals of Analytical Science and play a key role in supporting student learning.
This role involves developing course materials, delivering lectures, and supporting students through instruction, assessment, and office hours.
✅ PhD in Chemistry or related field required
✅ Prior teaching experience in chemistry required
If you’re passionate about teaching and advancing the next generation of scientists, we’d love to hear from you.
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Analytical Chemistry Lecturer - Madison, Wisconsin, United States Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Job Category:Academic StaffEmployment Type:Terminal (Fixed Term)Job Profile:LecturerJob Summary:Teach Chem 327 or Chem 329 (Fundamentals of An...

UW–Madison is set to host the largest gathering of chemistry educators in the world!
The 29th Biennial Conference on Chemical Education ( ) returns to Madison for the first time in 50 years, bringing together educators, researchers, and teachers from around the globe.
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UW Department of Chemistry continues to shine on the global stage
Chemistry professor Tehshik Yoon has been named a 2026 Samsung Ho-Am Prize laureate, one of Korea’s most prestigious honors, recognized for groundbreaking work in chemistry and life sciences.
His research uses low-energy visible light to drive complex chemical reactions, advancing more sustainable approaches to molecular science.
This international recognition highlights the impact of UW–Madison research and its role in advancing science that benefits society worldwide.

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2026 Samsung Ho-Am Prize honors leaders of society - The Korea Times The Ho-Am Foundation, a public interest organization sponsored by Samsung Group, granted the 2026 Samsung Ho-Am Prize to six leaders in the fields...

🎓 A Special Chemistry Celebration 🎓
Today, the Department of Chemistry is proud to host our 2026 Graduation Celebration, honoring the remarkable achievements of our graduating students. This special event brings our community together to recognize years of dedication, discovery, and growth—both in and beyond the lab.
Join us as we celebrate the passion, perseverance, and impact of our chemistry graduates and mark this important milestone in their academic journeys. Congratulations to the Class of 2026—we are proud to celebrate you! ❤️

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Finals week, chemistry style.
From balancing chemical equations to mastering reaction mechanisms, Badgers are putting in the work as the semester wraps up. Our organic chemistry students are showing what it means to stay focused, collaborate, and push through one last challenge before summer begins.
See how students across campus are buckling down — equations, study groups, and all:
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Badgers buckle down for finals In study pods, on the Terrace, at the libraries and everywhere in between, Badgers are getting ready for the semester's last hurdle: finals.

Celebrating Our Badger Chemists!
Join us as we honor the incredible achievements of our graduating students at the Chemistry Graduation Celebration. The ceremony will take place on May 8, 2026, from 3:00–4:00 p.m. in the Chemistry Building, Room S429, and will be followed by a reception.
Friends, family, and supporters are welcome to attend in person or tune in via the live stream. Let’s celebrate the hard work, perseverance, and bright futures of our chemistry graduates!
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Thanks to the generosity of our donors, 124 chemistry students are turning curiosity into discovery.
At this year’s Department of Chemistry Awards Ceremony, more than $415,000 in scholarships, grants, and research support helped open lab doors, fund hands‑on research, and give students the resources they need to push science forward. Donor support doesn’t just recognize achievement—it makes future breakthroughs possible.
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Department of Chemistry recognizes 124 students with scholarships, grants, and support in excess of $415,000 at the 2026 Awards Ceremony. The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Department of Chemistry held its annual Student Awards Ceremony on Thursday, April 23, 2026, celebrating 72 undergraduate students and 52 graduate students. Because of generous donations from many benefactors, the Department …

We’re proud to share that Professor Helen E. Blackwell, the Norman C. Craig Professor of Chemistry, has been elected a member of the , American Academy of Arts & Sciences—one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious honorary societies.
This honor recognizes Professor Blackwell’s outstanding contributions at the intersection of chemistry and biology, and her impactful research advancing our understanding of bacterial communication and chemical biology.
Please join us in celebrating this remarkable achievement!
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