Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering

2 weeks ago


Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

POSITION SUMMARY

The Commonwealth of Virginia is inviting applications for a tenure-track faculty role at the rank of Assistant Professor within the Department of Chemical Engineering. The ideal candidate will focus on research areas such as energy, materials, and catalysis, while also being open to other relevant fields. We are in search of individuals who are eager to engage in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment that values both fundamental and applied research.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Department currently comprises a dedicated team of full-time faculty members, including several early career awardees and distinguished professorship holders. Our department supports a vibrant community of over 300 undergraduate and 60 graduate students. We take pride in our state-of-the-art facilities, primarily located in a newly constructed building. Our areas of specialization encompass biomedical engineering, catalysis and surface science, colloids and interfaces, membranes and advanced separations, polymer science and engineering, process design and systems engineering, and supercritical fluids. The department's annual research funding exceeds $4.0 million.

ABOUT THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA

The Commonwealth of Virginia is a public land-grant institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and community outreach. Upholding the motto of service, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and excellence. We actively seek a diverse pool of candidates to join our mission of preparing future leaders. Our engineering programs are recognized nationally, reflecting our commitment to educating and inspiring students to become innovative thinkers and leaders. Our core values include inclusiveness, excellence, integrity, perseverance, and stewardship.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The successful applicant will possess a PhD in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline, demonstrating a strong academic background and the ability to collaborate effectively. A commitment to interdisciplinary research and teaching, along with a readiness to explore new disciplinary boundaries to tackle complex technical and societal challenges, is essential.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications online. Required materials include a cover letter, CV, up to three relevant research publications, and contact information for at least three professional references. Additionally, candidates must provide a research statement and a teaching and mentoring philosophy statement, each limited to three pages. These documents should reflect the candidate's commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive educational environment.

The department is committed to enhancing diversity among faculty, staff, and students, ensuring a welcoming and accessible campus climate, and promoting sustainable transformation through inclusive excellence. The Commonwealth of Virginia does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on any protected basis.



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