Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor

Montgomery County Maryland; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative institution is seeking a tenure-track faculty member to lead in advanced bioreactor design and biomanufacturing research. This role involves teaching and mentoring students in engineering disciplines while contributing to groundbreaking research initiatives. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team focused on enhancing the biomanufacturing industry through innovative processes and systems. If you are passionate about education and research, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving field. Join a collaborative environment dedicated to preparing future technological leaders and advancing industry practices.

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant engineering fields is required.
• Experience in obtaining external research funding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in reactor design and bioprocess engineering.
• Conduct research in biomanufacturing and related fields.

Skills

Bioreactor design

Cell culture processes

Fermentation techniques

Microfluidic systems

Synthetic biology

Artificial intelligence in biomanufacturing

Education

PhD in Biological and Agricultural Engineering

PhD in Chemical Engineering

PhD in a related field

Job description

About This Role

The Carl and Melinda Helwig Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering and the Tim Taylor Department of Chemical Engineering jointly seek applicants for an open rank tenure-track faculty position, with an anticipated start date of August, 2025. The departments are interested in candidates who can contribute to the teaching and research mission of the departments, college, and university in the area of advanced bioreactor design.

Successful applicants will demonstrate strong interest and relevant expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• More efficient processes for cell culture, fermentation that can significantly reduce costs and increase yield.
• Innovative bioreactor designs that enhance mixing, mass transfer, and oxygen transfer rates that can improve cell growth and productivity
• Development of mammalian cell culture systems
• Development of cell-free manufacturing systems
• Exploring microfluidic systems and modular bioreactor systems
• Development of integrated bioreactor/separation systems
• Engineering of cells to produce novel products

The successful candidate will demonstrate both passion for teaching courses such as reactor design, bioprocess engineering, and reaction kinetics as well as fundamental courses in the fields of chemical and biological engineering.

This position is part of the biomanufacturing initiative in which Kansas State University (K-State) is hiring up to twelve new faculty members at all ranks and in multiple disciplines to enhance our research and instruction strengths that support the growing biomanufacturing industry in the region through innovation and workforce development.

These faculty will bring innovative research and learning that complements our established reputation in agriculture, biosciences, biosecurity, engineering, and veterinary medicine. As an example of this strength, K-State is leading an NSF Engines Development Award for “Advancing biosecurity, biodefense, and biomanufacturing technologies” and is a member of the Kansas City Inclusive Biologics and Biomanufacturing Tech Hub recently designated by the EDA.

Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to, biomaterials development, biomanufacturing processes and systems, bioprocessing, artificial intelligence and machine learning for biomanufacturing, synthetic biology in microbes/plants, synthetic microbial communities, and vector-borne diseases.

Additional information about this exciting initiative can be found at https://www.k-state.edu/biomanufacturing/.

About Us

The Carl R. Ice College of Engineering is committed to driving innovation through quality education in academic and applied learning experiences to prepare the next generation of technological leaders. As a premier institution, our mission is to educate and empower our students to address the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

Worksite Option

This position is on-site.

An employee who is working remotely must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review. Review K-State’s remote work policy details for more information.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated success with obtaining external research funding
• Demonstrated expertise in teaching

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. Letter of interest
2. CV/Resume
3. Statement of research interests
4. Statement of teaching interests
5. List of three professional references and their contact information

Screening of Applications Begins

For best consideration, apply by March 24, 2025.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

Salary commensurate with experience and consistent with the position sought.