Assistant Professor: Biomaterials & Mechano-Biology

University of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Relocation assistance

Spousal employment support

Job summary

The Department of Chemical & Materials Engineering at the University of Alberta invites applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track Assistant Professor position with a focus on biomaterials engineering and mechano‑biology. We welcome researchers in bioprinting, regeneration, bioplastics, and biomedical biomaterials.

Responsibilities include teaching year‑round, pursuing innovative research with external funding, and contributing to service at multiple levels within the university.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering or closely related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or eligible to become licensed within five years of hire.
• Strong record of publication in peer‑reviewed journals and conference proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses; supervise student research and provide academic advising.
• Engage in vigorous biomaterials/bioprocessing/mechano-biology research; seek external funding.
• Active engagement in service to the department, faculty, and university governance.

Skills

Biomaterials

Mechano-biology

Bioprocessing

Teaching

Grant applications

Education

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineer license (APEGA) or eligible within 5 years

Job description

The Department of Chemical & Materials Engineering at the University of Alberta invites applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track Assistant Professor position with a focus on biomaterials engineering and mechano‑biology. We welcome researchers in bioprinting, regeneration, bioplastics, and biomedical biomaterials.

Responsibilities include teaching year‑round, pursuing innovative research with external funding, and contributing to service at multiple levels within the university.