Chemical Engineering: Full Professor (Energy & Sustainability)

Women In Science; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 105,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS seeks a faculty member in Chemical Engineering who will teach undergraduate and graduate core and elective courses, develop new curricula, and mentor students and postdocs. The position includes directing research programs, training Master’s and PhD students, and pursuing external funding.

The candidate should have a Ph.D. in chemical engineering or related field, a strong teaching record or potential, and ability to collaborate within a team-based academic

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemical engineering or closely related field by start date.
• Research experience aligned with energy and sustainability focus areas.
• Demonstrated or high potential for teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Commitment to mentoring and advising undergraduate and graduate students.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate in a team‑based academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate core and elective courses in chemical engineering.
• Develop courses and participate in curriculum development.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral fellows; advise graduate students, including chairing committees.
• Conduct cutting-edge research; train and graduate Master’s and PhD students; seek external funding.
• Publish in peer‑reviewed journals; present at professional conferences; participate in graduate thesis/dissertation committees.

Skills

Teaching potential

Collaboration

Communication

Mentoring

Team-based work

Education

Ph.D. in chemical engineering or related field

Job description

University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS seeks a faculty member in Chemical Engineering who will teach undergraduate and graduate core and elective courses, develop new curricula, and mentor students and postdocs. The position includes directing research programs, training Master’s and PhD students, and pursuing external funding.

The candidate should have a Ph.D. in chemical engineering or related field, a strong teaching record or potential, and ability to collaborate within a team-based academic