Assistant/Associate Professor - Chemical Engineering

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State University invites applications for permanent, 9-month, tenure-track faculty positions in the Gene and Linda Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering at the Pullman campus. The new hires are expected to join by August 16, 2027 and establish a nationally recognized program with AI-driven methods.

Positions emphasize heterogeneous, homogeneous, or bioinspired catalysis with AI-driven automation and data science, with collaborations across WSU and with national

Qualifications

• Possess the potential to establish a strong AI/data science-directed research program with extramural funding.
• Demonstrated ability to teach core chemical engineering classes and collaborate with internal and external groups.
• Publish scholarly work and engage in professional service.

Responsibilities

• Establish a dynamic, externally funded research program.
• Teach core and elective undergraduate and graduate courses in chemical engineering.
• Mentor a diverse group of students and develop collaborations with external partners.

Skills

AI/Data science

Education

B.S. in chemical engineering

Ph.D. in chemical engineering

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: November 22, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s)

270-NN_FACULTY - Assistant Professor, 280-NN_FACULTY - Associate Professor

Business Title

Assistant/Associate Professor - Chemical Engineering

Employee Type

Faculty

The Opportunity

The Gene and Linda Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering (VSCEB) at Washington State University (WSU) invites applications for permanent, 9-month, tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant and/or Associate Professor level. We anticipate the new hire will assist VSCEB at WSU to further grow our vibrant research and educational programs. These positions will be located at the WSU Pullman campus, and the individuals hired will be expected to join existing faculty members on August 16, 2027.

The VSCEB is recruiting for multiple tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant and/or Associate Professor levels. Appointments will be made based on candidates' qualifications; please refer to the Required and Preferred Qualifications section below for additional details. The successful candidate is expected to establish a dynamic, externally funded, nationally recognized research program, teach core and elective undergraduate and graduate courses in chemical engineering, mentor a varied group of students, perform professional service, and publish scholarly work. VSCEB is excited to welcome outstanding candidates working in heterogeneous, homogeneous, or bioinspired catalysis with a strong component in artificial intelligence (AI)-driven automation laboratories and data science to tackle pressing challenges in energy, environment, and bioeconomy. Preference will be given to candidates working in research areas that strengthen our existing research programs such as heterogeneous catalysis, electrocatalysis, and computational catalysis, plastic upcycling, and carbon-negative H2 production. Successful candidates are expected to build collaborations within the Voiland School and with the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, other WSU departments, nationally and internationally.

Additional Information

9-Month Academic Salary

Assistant Professor: $110,000 - $120,000 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Associate Professor: $120,000 - $135,000 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

Benefits

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Faculty and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications For Assistant Professor

• Possess the potential to establish a strong, nationally recognized AI/data science-directed research program with extramural funding that complements and uniquely enhances existing programs within the school and WSU.

Required Qualifications For Associate Professor

• Demonstrated strong record of extramurally funded and AI/data science-directed research that both complements and uniquely enhances existing programs within the school and WSU. Candidates should have established a national reputation for research excellence.

Required Qualifications For All Candidate Ranks

• B.S. in chemical engineering prior to the start of the appointment.
• Ph.D. in chemical engineering or a related engineering degree prior to the start of the appointment.
• Ability to teach core chemical engineering classes and commit to services and collaborate with a variety of internal and external groups.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly work.

Preferred Qualifications For Assistant Professor

• Experience serving as a teaching assistant in Chemical Engineering courses and whose research combines (AI)-driven automation laboratories and/or data science with experimental work.

Preferred Qualifications For Associate Professor

• Experience serving as an instructor for Chemical Engineering courses and whose research combines (AI)-driven automation laboratories and/or data science with experimental work.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

May be eligible for work visa sponsorship.

About the School

About The Gene and Linda Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering

Area/College: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture

Department Name: The Gene and Linda Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering

Location: Pullman, WA

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type

Full time

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

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