CHEMICAL AND BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING
FACULTY POSITION

The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is seeking candidates for an open-area, full-time faculty position. Applications for a tenure-track/tenured faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level are welcome, in all areas related to chemical and biomolecular engineering. Faculty members in the department teach undergraduate and graduate level courses and are expected to initiate and sustain a vigorous research program, and provide service to the department, the university and the profession.

An earned Ph.D. in chemical engineering, materials science, chemistry, mechanical engineering, bioengineering, biomedical engineering, applied math, biotechnology, chemical technology, or related field with a distinguished academic record is required. Candidates for associate or full professor rank should have demonstrated evidence of leadership in the field at the national and international level, respectively.

The target starting date is August 16, 2025, but is flexible based on candidate’s needs.  For full consideration, applications must be received by 6pm CST on December 2^nd, 2024. The budgeted salary range for the position is $115,000 to $130,000 at the Assistant Professor level, $130,000 to $150,000 at the Associate Professor level, and $150,000 to $200,000 at the Full Professor level, for a 9-month service basis.

To apply, visit http://go.illinois.edu/CHBEfaculty and submit:
(1) Cover letter
(2) Curriculum vitae
(3) Names and contact information of at least three professional references
(4) Description of prior research accomplishments (2 pages)
(5) Statement of future research program directions (3 pages)
(6) A contributions to inclusive excellence activities statement detailing how teaching, service and/or scholarship has contributed to the success of all students, including those from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented in the academic field. Applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experience should note how their work will further Illinois’ and the College of LAS’ commitment to Inclusive Excellence and the success of all students. (1 page)
(7) Statement of teaching philosophy (1 page)

We ask that all documents be uploaded in a single .pdf file as an upload in the “Resume/CV” section.

Questions can be addressed to the Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering department office, 217-244-9214, chbe_apply@scs.uiuc.edu.  For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

• EEO/AA Policy

  The Illinois College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is a world leader in research, teaching, and public engagement. Faculty in the College create knowledge, address critical societal needs through the transfer and application of knowledge, and prepare students for lives of impact in the state, nation, and globally. To meet these objectives, the College embraces and values diversity and difference through hiring faculty candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the Illinois community.

  Illinois has an active and successful dual career academic couple program and a strong commitment to work-life balance and family-friendly programs for faculty and staff.  To find out more about the resources available at the university and Urbana-Champaign community please visit these sites:

  Dual Career Program 

  Benefits 

  Living in Champaign-Urbana

  Work-Life Balance & Family Friendly Programs

  The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.

   The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

  Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.