Julian Davis

Julian Davis, Ph.D., serves as Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) in San Antonio, Texas, where he has been a faculty member since 2006. His office is located in Bonilla Science Hall, Room 107, and he teaches organic chemistry, biological chemistry, and pharmaceutical chemistry courses across undergraduate levels.

Dr. Davis earned his academic credentials from:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry from The University of Texas at Austin
• M.A. in Chemistry from The University of Texas at Austin
• B.S. in Chemistry with honors from North Carolina State University

His research prioritizes evidence-based strategies for retaining chemistry and biochemistry students, particularly academically talented but financially disadvantaged populations. He investigates peer mentoring systems, pandemic-era academic support, and career pathway development through frameworks like the Cardinal Chemistry Scholars program. This work bridges educational theory with practical interventions to improve graduation rates and STEM career placement.

Analysis of his 2018-2022 publications reveals a strong emphasis on educational psychology within chemistry contexts. His scholarship consistently addresses systemic barriers in STEM education, with recurring themes of community building, transition challenges between academic years, and adaptive mentoring models—shifting from his earlier medicinal chemistry work toward pedagogical innovation.

Dr. Davis actively implements his research through the Cardinal Chemistry Scholars Seminar series (CHEM 1199-4199), designing structured mentoring initiatives that foster professional development and intellectual community among scholarship recipients. His teaching portfolio spans foundational courses like First Year Experience (FYES 1211) to advanced topics including Pharmaceutical Chemistry (CHEM 4399).