Assistant Teaching Professor

Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Opening

Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Rice University

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Position Description

The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Rice University, located in Houston, Texas, invites applications for a non-tenure track assistant teaching professor position.

The candidate will be expected to teach Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering to undergraduate students; mentor assigned graduate and undergraduate student teaching assistants; advise assigned undergraduate students on curriculum selection, electives, etc; ensure progress towards the degree is on track; lead effort for ABET accreditation, coordinating program assessments, ensuring compliance with ABET requirements, and preparing review documents; participate in curriculum development for BSChE and BA programs;

serve on undergraduate program committee; and engage in continuous professional development to promote innovation in teaching and course development.

More information can be found on the Department's website.

About the George R. Brown School of Engineering

The George R. Brown School of Engineering ranks among the top 20 of undergraduate engineering programs and is strongly committed to nurturing the aspirations of faculty, staff, and students in an inclusive environment.

About Rice University

Rice University is a private, comprehensive research university located in the heart of Houston's dynamic Museum District and adjacent to the Texas Medical Center. It offers undergraduate and graduate degrees across eight schools and has a student body of over 4,000 undergraduate and 3,000 graduate students. Rice consistently ranks among the top 20 national universities and the top 10 in undergraduate teaching (Niche, US News & World Report);

its endowment ranks among the top 20 of US universities.

Travel Requirements

5-10% travel within the U.S. to attend work-related conferences or events

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biomolecular Engineering, Bioengineering, or related field.

Each application must include (1) cover letter, (2) a current curriculum vitae (that includes professional activities, contributions to the teaching profession such as publications, papers delivered, reviews, etc., and honors or awards), (3) a teaching statement, up to three pages, and (4) documentation of teaching (including a list of courses taught and syllabi)

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In addition, candidates will be asked to provide the names and contact information for 3-5 references, who will be solicited for letters of recommendation at the time of application.