Associate or Full Professor, Endowed Jim and Lorna Mack Chair of Cellular and Molecular Bioengi

Position: Associate or Full Professor, Endowed Jim and Lorna Mack Chair of Cellular and Molecular Bioengi[...]
Location: Houghton

Overview

Michigan Technological University (MTU) is searching for an endowed Jim and Lorna Mack Chair of Cellular and Molecular Bioengineering in the Department of Chemical Engineering (ChE). The individual who fills this position should be an eminent scholar in the field of bioengineering as evidenced by an excellent record of research publications, sustained extramural funding, and graduating Ph.D.s. The area of research is open, but preference will be applied toward those who complement existing research at Michigan Tech.

In addition to bringing an elite research program to Michigan Tech, the holder of the Mack Chair must be an accomplished instructor in both graduate and undergraduate courses important to the ChE degree programs. It is also expected that this individual will be a leader in Michigan Tech research initiatives and secure funding for a cross-cutting center in a ChE-aligned research area such as human health, sustainable energy, or materials processing.

Responsibilities

and Essential Duties

The essential duties of this position are to operate a sustainable externally funded research program that advances the state of knowledge in the area of biomaterials, publish high-impact scholarly articles communicating these advances, and produce Ph.D. graduates from the Department of Chemical Engineering at Michigan Technological University. The incumbent will teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the Department of Chemical Engineering based on assignment from the Department Chair, and promote the brand of Michigan Technological University.

• Operate a sustainable externally funded research program in biomaterials.
• Publish high-impact scholarly articles and graduate Ph.D. students in ChE at MTU.
• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses as assigned by the Department Chair.
• Promote the brand and visibility of Michigan Technological University.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

Qualified individuals must possess a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.

Required Experience

Qualified individuals must hold the rank of associate professor with tenure, or the equivalent, at a research-intensive institution of higher learning.

Desirable

Education and/or Experience

Qualified individuals should possess a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline, and hold the rank of professor with tenure, or the equivalent of, at a research-intensive institution of higher learning.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

Qualified individuals must possess peer-acknowledged expertise in biomaterials to warrant appointment as a tenured professor in Chemical Engineering.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

Demonstrated success as a researcher in bioengineering.

Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills Work Environment and/or Physical Demands

The work environment is that of a typical office and/or classroom/lab setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment

Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following four required pieces of training; additional training may be required by the department.

• Required University Training:
  Employee Safety Overview;
  Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Training;
  Annual Data Security Training;
  Annual Title IX Training.
• Background Check:
  Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
• Other Conditions of Employment:
  The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. This is not an E-Verified Position.

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

FLSA Status

Exempt

Appointment Term

9 months

Pay Rate/Salary

Commensurate with experience

Title of Position Supervisor

Department Chair

Posting Type

Internal & External

Dependent on Funding

No

Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)

Applicants will need to upload the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae;
Cover Letter;
Research narrative describing accomplishments in Bioengineering; A list of 4 references to be contacted upon notice from the search committee, this will be part of the application. We strongly encourage applicants to address the required and desired qualifications in their cover letter along with an explanation of how they will contribute to the Vision and Mission of Michigan Tech.

Additional Information

Michigan Tech, ranked an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, attracts world-class faculty who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply. Located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula adjacent to Lake Superior, the Houghton community offers a small-town environment with outstanding…