Assistant Professor in Catalysis & Chemical 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

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.