The American Ceramic Society
Chemical and Biological Engineering - Assistant Professor - 527470
The American Ceramic Society, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States, 35485
Position Summary
Department Chemical and Biological Engineering Rank Assistant Professor The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (ChBE) and the College of Engineering at The University of Alabama (UA) invite applications for multiple tenure-track positions at the rank of
Assistant Professor ,
Associate Professor , or
Full Professor
within the department. This posting is for candidates intending to apply for a position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates with research interests across all domains relevant to chemical and biological engineering are encouraged to apply. Candidates with emphasis in bioengineering, biomedical engineering, or biomanufacturing are of particular interest for one or more of these positions and are strongly encouraged to apply. Detailed Position Information
The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (ChBE:
https://che.eng.ua.edu/ ) and the College of Engineering (CoE:
https://eng.ua.edu/ ) at The University of Alabama (UA:
https://ua.edu/ ) invite applications for multiple tenure-track and tenured faculty positions at all ranks, including Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels, within the ChBE department. This posting is specific for candidates applying for a position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Applications from candidates with appropriate experience and a strong record of scholarly productivity and impact who would seek appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor should apply through related postings advertised at those other position/rank levels. Towards achieving excellence in all our efforts, the ChBE department and the College of Engineering seek to hire faculty that can contribute to both: (1) build upon existing strengths in the Department, College, and University and (2) expand the scope of research within the department, College, and UA as a whole. Candidates with research interests across all domains relevant to chemical and biological engineering are encouraged to apply. Current research strengths within ChBE include, but are not limited to, bioengineering, membranes and membrane-based separations, battery materials and energy storage, electrochemical systems, catalysis and reaction engineering, and soft matter. To further broaden capabilities of the department, candidates with particular research emphasis and interests in bioengineering (e.g., computational, microbiome, environmental), biomedical engineering (e.g., immuno/bioengineering), and biomanufacturing (including bioprocess automation, sensing, and control) are of particular interest for one or more of these positions and are strongly encouraged to apply. To complement current research strengths in the department, candidates with demonstrated research focus on process optimization, supply chain, safety, and life cycle assessment are also sought and are encouraged to apply. Finally, the College and University benefit greatly from the existence of a large number of major research centers and institutes (e.g. the Alabama Water Institute:
https://awi.ua.edu/ ; the Alabama Mobility and Power Center:
https://ati.ua.edu/tag/alabama-mobility-and-power-center/ ; Alabama Materials Institute:
https://ami.ua.edu/ ; UA Polymers and Soft Materials Research Center:
https://poly-sm.ua.edu/ ); the UA High Performance Computing and Data Center, and to further strengthen the department’s involvement in these activities and to leverage the extensive resources available through these organizations, candidates with research emphasis and interests in related fields including water modeling and technologies, materials for extreme environments, batteries and energy storage, and computational and experimental materials science research are sought and strongly encouraged to apply. The ChBE department has thriving programs at both the undergraduate and graduate level. The department offers a B.S. in Chemical Engineering, a M.S. in Chemical Engineering, a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, and a new M.S. degree in Biomedical Engineering. The department’s undergraduate chemical engineering program has consistently been one of the top-10 largest programs in the country for many years, with current average enrollment each year over the past five years of more than 400 undergraduate chemical engineering students. In addition to its large size, the department boasts a bright and outstanding undergraduate student body recruited from across the nation. At any given time, amongst its terrific student body, the ChBE undergraduate population typically includes between 70 and 100 National Merit Finalists and Scholars. Graduates from the department are highly sought after by major companies across the U.S., as well as by prominent U.S. institutes of higher education. The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering and the College of Engineering consider teaching, research, and service as the three critical and complementary portions of their mission. Candidates must demonstrate clear potential to develop, lead, and extramurally fund a highly productive research group with significant scholarly impact in a focus area with long term potential to further build upon the department and the university’s success. An ability to collaborate with existing faculty in the key focus areas within ChBE and the College, as well as across the campus, is highly desirable. The College of Engineering and the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering emphasize the ability to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels in the faculty member’s area(s) of expertise, and to teach courses that support the department’s core degree programs. The ChBE community values collegiality and a welcoming spirit among faculty, staff, and students. Appointments to The University of Alabama are based on the personnel requirements of the University’s academic programs and the goal of achieving and maintaining excellence in teaching, research, and service/academic citizenship. Minimum Qualifications
Earned Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution. Demonstrated record of prior research and impactful scholarly publications. Demonstrated interest and/or record in chemical engineering and/or bioengineering education and professional service in area(s) of specialization. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Potential to construct and sustain a quality research program and to teach at both graduate and undergraduate levels. Applicants must also meet all university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor. Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated a record of high-quality research and scholarly publications recognized nationally and/or internationally. Significant record of scholarship in chemical engineering, bioengineering, or a closely related department with undergraduate and graduate programs. Post-doctoral or similar experience. Exceptional collegial, interpersonal, and mentoring skills. Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Required documents include: (1) a cover letter with the department name and rank of position, (2) a resume/curriculum vitae, (3) a 4 to 6 page statement of research interests and plans, (4) a one to two page statement of teaching interests and plans, and (5) the names and contact information for at least four references. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications are preferred on or before October 20, 2025 to receive fullest consideration, but the search will continue until the positions are filled. A start date of August 16, 2026 is typical, but flexibility is possible. The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Questions about the position can be directed to
chbesearch@eng.ua.edu . About the College of Engineering
The UA College of Engineering is comprised of seven departments and supports a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. It emphasizes growth in research and education and hosts multiple centers and institutes that span various engineering disciplines. The College is supportive of new faculty and the broader university mission, and highlights opportunities for collaboration, facilities, and resources to advance teaching and research. About The University of Alabama: UA is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, with a large campus, strong national rankings, and a growing research enterprise. The University’s diversity, campus facilities, and record of research funding are described in the surrounding public materials. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Background Investigation and EEO Statement
Prior to hiring, candidates must pass a pre-employment background investigation. An individualized review will occur for any prior conviction or negative behavioral flags before a hiring decision is made. The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information, see EEO is the Law at
https://www.eeoc.gov/overview .
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Department Chemical and Biological Engineering Rank Assistant Professor The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (ChBE) and the College of Engineering at The University of Alabama (UA) invite applications for multiple tenure-track positions at the rank of
Assistant Professor ,
Associate Professor , or
Full Professor
within the department. This posting is for candidates intending to apply for a position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates with research interests across all domains relevant to chemical and biological engineering are encouraged to apply. Candidates with emphasis in bioengineering, biomedical engineering, or biomanufacturing are of particular interest for one or more of these positions and are strongly encouraged to apply. Detailed Position Information
The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (ChBE:
https://che.eng.ua.edu/ ) and the College of Engineering (CoE:
https://eng.ua.edu/ ) at The University of Alabama (UA:
https://ua.edu/ ) invite applications for multiple tenure-track and tenured faculty positions at all ranks, including Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels, within the ChBE department. This posting is specific for candidates applying for a position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Applications from candidates with appropriate experience and a strong record of scholarly productivity and impact who would seek appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor should apply through related postings advertised at those other position/rank levels. Towards achieving excellence in all our efforts, the ChBE department and the College of Engineering seek to hire faculty that can contribute to both: (1) build upon existing strengths in the Department, College, and University and (2) expand the scope of research within the department, College, and UA as a whole. Candidates with research interests across all domains relevant to chemical and biological engineering are encouraged to apply. Current research strengths within ChBE include, but are not limited to, bioengineering, membranes and membrane-based separations, battery materials and energy storage, electrochemical systems, catalysis and reaction engineering, and soft matter. To further broaden capabilities of the department, candidates with particular research emphasis and interests in bioengineering (e.g., computational, microbiome, environmental), biomedical engineering (e.g., immuno/bioengineering), and biomanufacturing (including bioprocess automation, sensing, and control) are of particular interest for one or more of these positions and are strongly encouraged to apply. To complement current research strengths in the department, candidates with demonstrated research focus on process optimization, supply chain, safety, and life cycle assessment are also sought and are encouraged to apply. Finally, the College and University benefit greatly from the existence of a large number of major research centers and institutes (e.g. the Alabama Water Institute:
https://awi.ua.edu/ ; the Alabama Mobility and Power Center:
https://ati.ua.edu/tag/alabama-mobility-and-power-center/ ; Alabama Materials Institute:
https://ami.ua.edu/ ; UA Polymers and Soft Materials Research Center:
https://poly-sm.ua.edu/ ); the UA High Performance Computing and Data Center, and to further strengthen the department’s involvement in these activities and to leverage the extensive resources available through these organizations, candidates with research emphasis and interests in related fields including water modeling and technologies, materials for extreme environments, batteries and energy storage, and computational and experimental materials science research are sought and strongly encouraged to apply. The ChBE department has thriving programs at both the undergraduate and graduate level. The department offers a B.S. in Chemical Engineering, a M.S. in Chemical Engineering, a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, and a new M.S. degree in Biomedical Engineering. The department’s undergraduate chemical engineering program has consistently been one of the top-10 largest programs in the country for many years, with current average enrollment each year over the past five years of more than 400 undergraduate chemical engineering students. In addition to its large size, the department boasts a bright and outstanding undergraduate student body recruited from across the nation. At any given time, amongst its terrific student body, the ChBE undergraduate population typically includes between 70 and 100 National Merit Finalists and Scholars. Graduates from the department are highly sought after by major companies across the U.S., as well as by prominent U.S. institutes of higher education. The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering and the College of Engineering consider teaching, research, and service as the three critical and complementary portions of their mission. Candidates must demonstrate clear potential to develop, lead, and extramurally fund a highly productive research group with significant scholarly impact in a focus area with long term potential to further build upon the department and the university’s success. An ability to collaborate with existing faculty in the key focus areas within ChBE and the College, as well as across the campus, is highly desirable. The College of Engineering and the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering emphasize the ability to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels in the faculty member’s area(s) of expertise, and to teach courses that support the department’s core degree programs. The ChBE community values collegiality and a welcoming spirit among faculty, staff, and students. Appointments to The University of Alabama are based on the personnel requirements of the University’s academic programs and the goal of achieving and maintaining excellence in teaching, research, and service/academic citizenship. Minimum Qualifications
Earned Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution. Demonstrated record of prior research and impactful scholarly publications. Demonstrated interest and/or record in chemical engineering and/or bioengineering education and professional service in area(s) of specialization. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Potential to construct and sustain a quality research program and to teach at both graduate and undergraduate levels. Applicants must also meet all university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor. Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated a record of high-quality research and scholarly publications recognized nationally and/or internationally. Significant record of scholarship in chemical engineering, bioengineering, or a closely related department with undergraduate and graduate programs. Post-doctoral or similar experience. Exceptional collegial, interpersonal, and mentoring skills. Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Required documents include: (1) a cover letter with the department name and rank of position, (2) a resume/curriculum vitae, (3) a 4 to 6 page statement of research interests and plans, (4) a one to two page statement of teaching interests and plans, and (5) the names and contact information for at least four references. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications are preferred on or before October 20, 2025 to receive fullest consideration, but the search will continue until the positions are filled. A start date of August 16, 2026 is typical, but flexibility is possible. The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Questions about the position can be directed to
chbesearch@eng.ua.edu . About the College of Engineering
The UA College of Engineering is comprised of seven departments and supports a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. It emphasizes growth in research and education and hosts multiple centers and institutes that span various engineering disciplines. The College is supportive of new faculty and the broader university mission, and highlights opportunities for collaboration, facilities, and resources to advance teaching and research. About The University of Alabama: UA is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, with a large campus, strong national rankings, and a growing research enterprise. The University’s diversity, campus facilities, and record of research funding are described in the surrounding public materials. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Background Investigation and EEO Statement
Prior to hiring, candidates must pass a pre-employment background investigation. An individualized review will occur for any prior conviction or negative behavioral flags before a hiring decision is made. The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information, see EEO is the Law at
https://www.eeoc.gov/overview .
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