Assistant Professor - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a start date in 2027–2028. The appointee will build a national, externally funded research program in catalysis and contribute to undergraduate and graduate education.

Research areas include heterogeneous/homogeneous catalysis, electrocatalysis, biocatalysis, materials, reaction engineering, and data-enabled catalysis.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or terminal degree by appointment; at least one degree (B.S., M.S., Ph.D.) must be in chemical engineering.
• Strong scholarly achievement.
• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.
• Potential to establish a strong externally-funded research program.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong scholarly record and externally funded research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemical engineering, including reaction engineering, kinetics, and catalysis as appropriate.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contribute to departmental, college, and university service.
• Collaborate with faculty engaged in experimental and computational catalysis and with campus research entities.

Skills

Scholarly achievement

Commitment to education

Externally funded research

Education

Ph.D. or terminal degree in chemical engineering

Job description

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Working Title

Assistant Professor - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Department

Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering-1058

Requisition Number

F_260098

Posting Open Date

09/28/2026

Application Review Date

10/30/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

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.

Work Location (City, State)

Lincoln, NE

Criminal History Background Check Required

No

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Rajib Saha
[e-mail]

Job Category (old)

Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading

Job Type

9 Month

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

No

Planned Hire Date

08/16/2027

Organizational Location

Default Location