Open Rank - Professor -Tenure Track - Chemical Engineering

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina invites applications for an Open Rank - Professor (Tenure Track) in Chemical Engineering to begin in Fall 2027 in Columbia, SC. Applicants at all ranks are encouraged to apply; a Ph.D.

in chemical engineering or related field is required, with potential for excellence in teaching and research and an internationally recognized program. The search focuses on advanced battery science and engineering, including electrochemical modeling, AI/ML, battery safety and

Qualifications

• PhD in chemical engineering or related field by time of appointment.
• Potential for excellence in teaching and research.
• Strong, sustained record of teaching and research required for senior ranks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain an internationally recognized research program.
• Teach and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
• Contribute to the Battery Institute initiatives and collaborations.

Skills

Electrochemical modeling

Machine learning

Battery research

Teaching excellence

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Open Rank - Professor -Tenure Track - Chemical Engineering

Department: CEC Chemical Engineering

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: To commensurate with qualifications

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

The Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing at the University of South Carolina is continuing to expand its tenured and tenure-track ranks significantly. As part of this growth, the Department of Chemical Engineering seeks to add a tenured or tenure-track faculty member to begin in Fall 2027. This position will be located in Columbia, SC. Applicants at all ranks are encouraged to apply. Applicants for the rank of Assistant Professor must possess a Ph.D. degree in chemical engineering or a related field by the time of appointment and demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching and research; applicants for the rank of Associate Professor and Full Professor must also have years of relevant academic experience commensurate with academic policy by the time of appointment, with a strong, sustained record of excellence in teaching and research. Successful candidates will be expected to develop and sustain an internationally recognized research program.

The focus of this search is in the area of advanced battery science and engineering. The state of SC has seen a large amount of private investment (>$10B) in battery development and manufacturing, which is expected to create 10,000+ jobs over the next decade. USC is building from our already strong team in this area (19 faculty) and supporting this industry through activities within the newly formed Carolina Institute for Battery Innovation (CIBI). Specific research areas of interest for this search include: i) electrochemical modeling, preferably including advanced machine learning and AI; ii) battery safety and reliability; iii) novel approaches to recycling; and iv) new chemistries and active materials.

Review of applications will begin on December 1st, 2026, and continue until the positions are filled. The expected start date is August 16, 2027. Applicants must apply with the following information: (1) a letter of intent, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a concise description of research and teaching plans, and (4) names and contact information of at least three references.

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Required Education and Experience

Applicants at all ranks are encouraged to apply. Applicants for the rank of Assistant Professor must possess a Ph.D. degree in chemical engineering or a related field by the time of appointment and demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching and research; applicants for the rank of Associate Professor and Full Professor must also have years of relevant academic experience commensurate with academic policy by the time of appointment, with a strong, sustained record of excellence in teaching and research. Successful candidates will be expected to develop and sustain an internationally recognized research program.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge skills and experience in advanced battery science and engineering

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

• Health and Life Insurance


• Retirement Programs


• Paid Tuition


• Dependent Scholarships


• Annual Leave


• Sick Leave


• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)


• Paid Parental Leave


• Professional Development Opportunities