Welcome to SFU Chemistry

Consistently ranked in Canada’s top ten, SFU’s Department of Chemistry has a strong reputation as one of the most multidisciplinary departments in the nation. Expand your understanding of modern chemistry by engaging in cutting-edge research at our advanced facilities, and learning from dedicated faculty renowned for their teaching excellence.

Undergraduate Students

Whether you plan to pursue a chemistry degree or an interdisciplinary joint major, find all the information you need to apply as a first-year or transfer student.

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Graduate students

The Department offers programs leading to MSc or PhD degrees in analytical, biochemistry, organic, inorganic, nuclear, physical and theoretical chemistry, as well as studies at the interface of two or more subdisciplines.

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Research

Research in the Department of Chemistry is multidisciplinary and covers a broad range of topics.

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Department Resources

Find resources for new department members, information about booking rooms and equipment, and much more.

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Employment Opportunities

Whether you’re interested in joining us as a full-time faculty member or you are a current student pursuing a TA position, check out our current openings.

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Contact us

Review our directory, find maps of the campus, and learn more about the Department of Chemistry.

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Recent News

March 14, 2023

SFU Chem Graduate Places Second in SFU Science Faculty’s 3 minute Thesis Competition
March 10, 2023

SFU Chem Technician Paul Saunders Awarded 2022 Staff Achievement Award in Lifetime Achievement
March 02, 2023

SFU Chemistry student wins international award with innovative take on plastics for renewable energy
February 17, 2023

A Chemist’s Arsenal for Detecting Art Forgeries
February 13, 2023

Spring 2023 Oral Competition Winners

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Upcoming Events

March 28, 2023 • SSB 7172 @ 3:00 p.m.
New strategies for selective C–H bond activation and functionalization
Dr. Nelson Lam, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom
March 29, 2023 • Zoom Webinar
Soft Materials Innovation for Health and Sustainability
Dr. Xuanhe Zhao, MIT
April 29, 2023 • 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Hands-on Proteomics Workshop
SSB7172 and C7076, Shrum Science Building

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COVID-19 updates

In an effort to keep our community of students, faculty and staff safe, we have shifted many of our teaching and community strategies in response to COVID-19. You can find more information about our response to COVID-19 here: https://www.sfu.ca/sfunews/covid-19.html