Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

Posting Number
P1821F

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The Auburn University Department of Chemical Engineering invites applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions with an anticipated start date of August 2025. Although the areas of expertise are open, priority will be given to candidates in catalysis, computational catalysis, and process systems engineering areas with a sustainability focus. The individuals selected for these positions will be expected to contribute to the growth of at least one of the department’s strategic focus areas: energy and environment, advanced materials, computer-aided chemical engineering, and pharmaceutical/biomedical engineering. While our primary focus is hiring at the Assistant Professor level, appointment of Associate or Full Professor rank is possible commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have a PhD in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field at the time employment begins. The candidates selected for these positions must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointments are scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment. Ph.D (or terminal degree) is required at the time employment begins. Excellent communication skills and a high level of personal motivation are required.

Desired Qualifications

The candidates selected for these positions must demonstrate a strong commitment and potential to excel at both research and teaching in the area of chemical engineering. Additionally, the candidates will have a strong record of scholarly publication, an ability to attract and sustain externally sponsored research funding to support their research program, collaborate with faculty on several interdisciplinary research projects, effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be evaluated beginning November 1, 2024, and the position is available beginning August 16, 2025. The application materials include

1. a cover letter
2. curriculum vitae/resume
3. statement of your philosophy and interests in teaching and mentoring
4. statement of research accomplishments and plans
5. statement on how you plan to support Auburn University’s goals outlined in our strategic plan ( https://auburn.edu/academic/provost/strategic-planning/ )
6. Ph.D. transcript(s)
7. names of three references with contact information.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date
08/27/2024

Close Date

EEO Statement

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/ EEO ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.

Open Until Filled
Yes

References required for this position?
Yes

If yes, minimum number requested
3
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Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Statement of Research and/or Goals
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5. Transcripts
6. Other Documentation

Optional Documents