Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering

Trinity College Hartford CT; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity College invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses, mentor students, and build a vibrant research program beginning July 1, 2027, with opportunities for service and professional contributions.

The college emphasizes rigorous academics in a liberal arts setting in Hartford, CT. PhD in Biomedical Engineering or closely related field is required; candidates with

Qualifications

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering or closely related field required.
• Broad biomedical engineering interests welcomed; expertise in Bioinstrumentation, Biomechanics, Device Design, Bio-Imaging, or Medical Robotics encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor undergraduate students, contributing to a vibrant teaching program.
• Develop a funded research program integrating undergraduate researchers and contributing to service.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Research leadership

Mentorship

Education

PhD in Biomedical Engineering

Job description

Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering

Trinity College is a highly selective, independent, nonsectarian liberal arts institution located in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut. The college maintains a rigorous academic profile complemented by a vibrant co-curricular program. With more than 2,100 full-time undergraduate students, representing forty-three states and ninety-one countries, we consider our location in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse capital city to be among Trinity’s most distinctive assets; and we cultivate strong connections with our surrounding neighbors and with institutions and organizations throughout Hartford and the region. As a preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives.

Position Information

Title

Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering

Open Date

09/14/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Full or Part Time

Full Time

Position Summary

The Department of Engineering at Trinity College, Hartford, Connecticut invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a start date of July 1, 2027. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong interest and commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence, develop a vibrant research program that integrates and cultivates talented undergraduate student researchers, and contribute to the institution and the profession through service.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related engineering field is required for consideration. We invite applications from candidates with broad research interests in biomedical engineering, but those with expertise aligning with Bioinstrumentation, Biomechanics, Device Design, Bio-Imaging, and Medical Robotics are particularly encouraged to apply. These areas are critical for new medical innovations including smart wearable and implantable health monitoring devices, high precision surgical micro-tools, and advanced imaging systems, to name a few examples. The abundant Biomedical and healthcare facilities in the greater Hartford area provide excellent transdisciplinary research opportunities.

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits, plus start-up expense fund.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Transcripts
• Representative research papers
• Research Statement
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

• Sample syllabi
• Teaching evaluations summaries
• Additional Applicant Documents