The McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin seeks tenure-track assistant professor applicants for positions with a start date of Fall 2025.
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Description
The McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin seeks tenure-track assistant professor applicants for positions with a start date of Fall 2025. Candidates will be considered whose research makes connections to one or more of the following topical areas: Cancer Therapeutics, Materials, and Life Sciences Innovation.
Note that these searches are in coordination with the AI Cluster hire Initiative at The University of Texas at Austin. As such, candidates are asked to highlight the development or application of artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, or related methods in their proposed research. Candidates are encouraged to view these areas in the broadest sense in determining whether their application would be a match.
The McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin is committed to building a community that is welcoming to all and to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples and single parents. Applicants should have received or expect to receive a doctoral degree in chemical engineering or a related discipline prior to August 2025. Successful candidates are expected to mentor graduate students, teach our diverse undergraduate and graduate student populations, develop a sponsored research program, collaborate with other faculty from a wide range of backgrounds, and be involved in service to the university and profession.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. in chemical engineering or a related field is required.
Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted electronically via Interfolio. We will begin evaluation of applications immediately and will continue throughout the academic year until positions are filled. Submission of applications by November 15, 2024 is strongly encouraged.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, a mentoring statement, and a statement of teaching philosophy and experience. For tenure-track positions, at least three references who will submit original letters of reference should be included. Guidance for these application materials can be found here.
Successful candidates will be required to complete an Employment Eligibility Verification form and provide documents to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States. A security sensitive background check will be conducted on the applicant selected.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
