Careers

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, 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.