Assistant Professor - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. The candidate will establish a nationally visible, externally funded research program in catalysis and will contribute to undergraduate and graduate education.

The role includes teaching courses such as reaction engineering, kinetics, and catalysis, mentoring students, and serving the department and university.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent by time of appointment in chemical engineering.
• Record of strong scholarly achievement.
• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an externally funded research program in catalysis.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemical engineering (e.g., reaction engineering, kinetics, catalysis).
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students and contribute to department, college, and university service.
• Collaborate with internal and campus research entities to advance catalysis-focused research and education.

Education

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Working Title

Assistant Professor - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Department

Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering-1058

Description Of Work

The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date in the 2027–2028 academic year.
The department seeks an outstanding candidate who will establish a nationally visible, externally funded research program in catalysis and contribute to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education. Catalysis is a core discipline in chemical engineering and a central enabling technology for advances in energy, sustainability, advanced materials, agriculture, and value-added chemical manufacturing.
Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to, heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis; electrocatalysis and photocatalysis; biocatalysis; catalytic materials and interfaces; reaction engineering and kinetics; computational and data-enabled catalysis; integrated experimental–computational approaches; decarbonization; hydrogen technologies; carbon capture, utilization, and conversion; biofuels and biobased manufacturing; and catalysis for advanced manufacturing. Candidates whose work complements and expands existing departmental strengths are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong scholarly record and externally funded research program; teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemical engineering, including courses related to reaction engineering, kinetics, and catalysis as appropriate; mentor undergraduate and graduate students; and contribute to departmental, college, and university service. The position offers opportunities for collaboration with faculty engaged in experimental and computational catalysis and with campus research entities including the Nebraska Center for Materials and Nanoscience and the Nebraska Energy Sciences Research Center.
The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering provides an outstanding environment for research and education, with opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration across the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and the broader University of Nebraska system. The department’s strategic growth in catalysis will support research and workforce development in areas important to Nebraska and the broader Midwest while enhancing competitiveness for federal and collaborative research initiatives.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree by the time of appointment. At least one degree (B.S., M.S., and/or Ph.D.) must be in chemical engineering.
• A record of strong scholarly achievement.
• A demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.
• The potential to establish a strong externally-funded research program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to, heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis; electrocatalysis and photocatalysis; biocatalysis; catalytic materials and interfaces; reaction engineering and kinetics; computational and data-enabled catalysis; integrated experimental–computational approaches; decarbonization; hydrogen technologies; carbon capture, utilization, and conversion; biofuels and biobased manufacturing; and catalysis for advanced manufacturing.

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