Tenure Track, Department of Chemical Engineering

Organization: Chemical Engineering

Title: Open Rank Full-Time Tenure Track, Department of Chemical Engineering

The Chemical Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at the University of Washington invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor with an anticipated start date of September 2027. Specific rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as generally described in UW’s Faculty Code Section 24-34.

We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community.

Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to: capacity to build a world-class chemical engineering research program crosscutting interdisciplinary efforts and the potential to leverage competitive advantages in materials, healthcare, interfacial sciences, polymers, colloids, clean energy technology, energy systems, biotechnology, and data sciences that exist within the University of Washington and the surrounding region, as well as a strong interest in and commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.

Applicants representing all areas of chemical engineering research are encouraged to apply.

The successful applicant will be expected to provide innovative, high-quality teaching in our core curriculum; to develop a high-impact externally funded research program of international repute;develop elective courses in their areas of expertise; and help serve and advance the goals and missions of the department, college, and university. The successful applicant will be expected to create innovative andhigh-quality research and teaching programs that contribute to an inclusive and equitable campus environment.

The base salary range for this position at the following ranks will be:
Assistant Professor ($12, per month), Associate Professor ($16,000 – $20,000 per month), Professor ($20,000 – 30,000 per month), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Compensation associated with this position may also include other components such as administrative salary supplement or limited commitment of summer salary..

Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Applicants must have earned a PhD or foreign equivalent in chemical engineering or a related field, by the date of appointment.

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .

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