Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Bioengineering: Biomaterials

Mundelein Elementary School District 75; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Bioengineering at the Knight Campus of the University of Oregon in Eugene invites applications for a Biomaterials position. The role emphasizes polymer chemistry, biomaterials design, and translational bioengineering, with research interests including functional polymer synthesis, biomimetic materials, drug delivery, and tissue engineering scaffolds.

Applicants should demonstrate a strong research record, a commitment to inclusive teaching, and experience mentoring trainees.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in an accredited STEM discipline as listed.
• Evidence of mentoring trainees at any level.
• Research excellence in bioengineering materials, polymers, biomaterials, regenerative medicine, medical devices, tissue engineering, or related areas.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment through research, teaching, mentoring, or service.

Skills

Biomaterials design

Polymer chemistry

Tissue engineering

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Mentoring trainees

Education

PhD in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, CS, or Materials Science

Job description

Department or Program Summary

The Department of Bioengineering is the largest academic unit within the Knight Campus. The Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is a bold initiative designed to accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into innovations that improve lives in Oregon, the nation, and beyond. Building on the University of Oregon's tradition of interdisciplinary collaboration, the Knight Campus advances research partnerships, industry engagement, and experiential training for the next generation of scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs.

Faculty expertise spans regenerative medicine, human performance, biofunctional materials, medical devices and biosensors, neural engineering, and synthetic biology. With the opening of its second research facility, the Knight Campus has doubled its capacity for biomedical research and technology development, expanded space for academic programs and startup incubation, and launched a state-of-the-art BioFoundry. Together, the two facilities provide more than 360,000 square feet dedicated to research, education, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Position Announcement

Department of Bioengineering: Biomaterials

Examples include, but are not limited to, polymer chemistry and biomaterials design for applications in bioengineering. Research areas of interest include functional polymer synthesis and characterization, biomimetic and bio-derived materials, drug delivery systems, tissue engineering scaffolds, and materials that advance regenerative medicine and medical devices.

The department is also interested in candidates whose research involves microphysiological systems and microfluidic platforms that leverage advanced materials to model biological processes, enable high-throughput screening, or facilitate translational applications.

Additional information about the Knight Campus can be found at knightcampus.uoregon.edu

Required Application Materials

To receive full consideration, applicants must submit a complete application including:

• A letter of interest that briefly expresses the candidate’s enthusiasm for the role and highlights their track record in growing and strengthening community through collaborative efforts and coalition-building. (including a Google Scholar link)
• CV outlining work history and professional qualifications relevant to this position.
• Statement of current and future research interests and plans.
• Statement describing experience with inclusive teaching and mentoring practices that promote students’ success.
• Names and contact information for three professional references.

Minimum Requirements

• Doctorate in Engineering, Biology, Human Physiology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Materials Science, or a related discipline from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Evidence of successful mentoring of trainees at any level (e.g., undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, postdoctoral, peers).
• Record of research excellence appropriate to career stage in bioengineering materials, polymers, biomaterials, regenerative medicine, medical devices, tissue engineering, or related areas, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and extramural funding.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, as evidenced through research, teaching, mentoring, or service.

Preferred Qualifications

• A nationally recognized track record of scientific achievement as evidenced by an outstanding publication record and other appropriate external indicators relevant to the individual's seniority in the field.
• Demonstrated expertise in bioengineering materials, including polymers, biomaterials, biomimetic or bio-derived materials, drug delivery systems, tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, medical devices, or related areas.
• Experience developing innovative materials-based approaches that advance translational bioengineering applications, such as regenerative medicine, disease modeling, microphysiological systems, microfluidic platforms, or other technologies that improve human health.
• Experience working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments with the ability to build successfully at multiple interfaces (e.g., UO colleges and departments, other Oregon universities, and industry).
• Demonstrated experience with large government agencies, foundations, industry, and philanthropy with a thorough understanding of funding opportunities and pathways, and strategies to successfully attract funding sufficient for the individual's research program and ambitions as relevant to the individual's seniority in the field.
• Demonstrated ability to translating research discoveries into applications that improve human health.
• Demonstrated ability to diversifying the pipeline of participants in science training and careers.
• Demonstrated success in a pedagogical environment using evidence-based pedagogical methods.
• Demonstrated service contributions and leadership in academia, research societies, government, and/or industry relevant to the individual's seniority in the field.