Academic Researcher

5 days ago


Amherst, Massachusetts, United States UMass Amherst Full time
About UMass Amherst

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a renowned public research university that offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. Situated on nearly 1,450-acres in the picturesque Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, our campus provides a rich cultural environment amidst a bucolic setting close to urban centers.

Our Department of Chemical Engineering has a strong reputation for excellence, with 16 full-time tenure-track faculty members, 3 lecturers, and approximately 67 graduate students and 210 undergraduates. The Department's FY 24 research expenditures exceeded $7.1 million.

Job Opportunity

We invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level. Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other ranks may receive consideration. We seek scholars with research interests in catalysis and reaction engineering, transport and continuum-scale modeling, or process and systems engineering.

Requirements
  • A Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field is required.
  • A strong record of research accomplishments and a commitment to excellence in teaching and service are essential.
  • Potential for scholarly excellence and developing an externally funded research program is also required.
Benefits

UMass Amherst offers a competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

The College of Engineering is recognized as one of the top 30 public engineering schools in the country by U.S. News & World Report and is the #1 public engineering program in New England.

We are committed to helping all constituents reach their full potential, creating best-in-practice operations to support faculty scholarship and fostering excellence in student experiences inside and outside our department.



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