Assistant Professor, Chemical & Biological Engineering

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama invites applications for multiple tenure-track positions in Chemical and Biological Engineering at Assistant Professor level. Candidates with research interests across chemical and biological engineering are encouraged to apply, with emphasis on synthetic biology, metabolic engineering, biomanufacturing, AI for materials discovery, or automated labs.

These positions aim to build strong, externally funded research programs while contributing to undergraduate and graduate

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated record of prior research work with impactful scholarly publications.
• Interest and/or record in chemical engineering and/or bioengineering education and professional service.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Research leadership potential

Teaching excellence

Education

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or related field

Job description

The University of Alabama invites applications for multiple tenure-track positions in Chemical and Biological Engineering at Assistant Professor level. Candidates with research interests across chemical and biological engineering are encouraged to apply, with emphasis on synthetic biology, metabolic engineering, biomanufacturing, AI for materials discovery, or automated labs.

These positions aim to build strong, externally funded research programs while contributing to undergraduate and graduate