Tenured or Tenure-track Positions

Tenured or Tenure-track Positions

The Department of Chemical Engineering seeks outstanding applicants for tenured or tenure-track positions at all levels. Candidates should complete the online application here.

Applicants are sought in all research areas in or at the boundaries of chemical engineering and adjacent fields. In conjunction with our $30M NSF-funded Science and Technology Center, COMPASS, the Department of Chemical Engineering also seeks applicants working in the area of complex particle systems.

We seek dedicated scholars who will provide inspiration, leadership, excellence and impact in research, teaching and service in chemical engineering, and who value a diverse, inclusive and collaborative workplace. Applicants should have a PhD in chemical engineering or a closely related field, a track record of outstanding research, and a commitment to excellence in education and student mentoring. To ensure full consideration, candidates are encouraged to apply now and before November 08, 2024.

The University of Michigan is among the top ranked public universities in the US and ranks among the top universities worldwide. The UM College of Engineering is ranked in the top 10 of all engineering schools in the country, and our ChE graduate program is ranked 7th by US News & World Report. Ann Arbor is consistently voted among the “best cities to live in America,” was recently again named the “most educated city” in the country and is less than 30 minutes from Detroit International Airport. Ann Arbor features a diverse and international population, and offers a broad range of cultural opportunities, outdoor attractions and world-class dining.

Michigan Engineering’s vision is to be the world’s preeminent college of engineering serving the common good. This global outlook, leadership focus, and service commitment permeate our culture. Our vision is supported by a mission and values that, together, provide the framework for all that we do.  Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.

The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). The Michigan Engineering component of the University’s comprehensive, five-year, DEI strategic plan—with updates on our programs and resources dedicated to ensuring a welcoming, fair, and inclusive environment—can be found at: http://www.engin.umich.edu/college/about/diversity.

Employment will require a criminal background check and may require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. If an institutional reference check is necessary, candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form. 

The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory/affirmative action employer and is responsive to the needs of dual career families.