Assistant/Associate/Professor of Chemical Engineering

Position Information

Proposed Faculty Rank Open Rank

Department 00055 - Chemical Engineering

City Salt Lake City, UT

Track Tenure Track

New Position to Begin July 1, 2027

Details

The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Utah (https://www.che.utah.edu) invites applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions at ranks commensurate with experience. Successful candidates are expected to develop dynamic, externally funded research programs that lead to national and international recognition and to demonstrate excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related field and be able to teach core chemical engineering courses.

We seek the best available candidates with research strengths focusing on the broad areas of energy-related research (especially sustainable/renewable energy and energy systems engineering), the interface between chemical engineering and medicine, advanced manufacturing, and electrochemical science and engineering. Candidates with research focused on theoretical, computational, and/or experimental aspects of these fields are all welcome to apply. Candidates are encouraged to indicate how they will incorporate AI into their educational and research goals.

The department has grown significantly in recent years with a total of 25 faculty members, about 60 students at each level in our undergraduate program, and over 75 graduate students. Our department fosters a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment. Our faculty work closely with other departments on campus, as well as with the Energy & Geoscience Institute, the Huntsman Cancer Institute, University Hospital, the School of Medicine, the Scientific Computing and Imaging Institute ( SCI ), and the Nuclear Engineering Program. Faculty members have access to an extensive array of core research facilities distributed between the main University and the adjacent Health Sciences campus, including a state-of-the-art nanofabrication facility and a surface analysis core. The department is expanding advanced biomanufacturing, including hands-on training, translational research, and strong partnerships with Utah’s biotechnology and biopharmaceutical industries. The Center for High Performance Computing provides advanced high-performance computational resources, technical support, and training for individuals in simulation science.

The University of Utah is an R1 research institution and a member of the Association of American Universities ( AAU ). It is a leader in technology innovation and commercialization, and is consistently ranked among the top in the US for the number of companies created from academic research labs.

The state of Utah enjoys a thriving economy and is consistently recognized as one of the top states for business, job growth, and quality of life. Situated in the vibrant urban environment provided by Salt Lake City, the University of Utah also provides ample access to outdoor recreation year-round.

The Department of Chemical Engineering fosters a supportive, collegial atmosphere where people from all backgrounds are welcome. The Department and Price College of Engineering support junior faculty with formal and informal faculty mentors, teaching pedagogy workshops, and proposal/grant writing workshops. Additionally, the Department Chair and Associate Chair meet with junior faculty regularly to provide feedback and assistance.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located athttps://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.

Online reports may be submitted athttps://oeo.utah.edu.

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Required Documents to Upload:

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Teaching Statement

• Research Statement

Open Date 08/06/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Requisition Number PRN01553CF

Type Faculty