Asst Professor - Chemical & Biomedical Engineering

The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position!  We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community.  We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University’s Mission, Vison, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today!

JOB TITLE:   

Assistant Professor 

JOB PURPOSE:   

We invite applications for two School of Energy Resources (SER) faculty positions housed within the Department of Chemical & Biomedical Engineering (ChBE) at the University of Wyoming. One position is at the rank of Assistant Professor and one position is open rank, with rank commensurate with experience. These are 9-month, full-time, benefited, appointments with a start date of August 2025. The Assistant Professor position will be tenure-track and the open rank position will be tenure-track or tenured if at Associate or Full Professor rank. We invite applications from candidates with a background in chemical engineering or a related field. We envision the successful candidates will be independent researchers who will develop strong, externally funded research programs, and who will excel in a collaborative university setting through contributions to research, teaching, and outreach. Research in all areas relating to separation, extraction, and processes will be considered, with preference for interest or expertise in the separation, extraction, and/or processing of strategic minerals for Wyoming, such as rare earth metals, trona, gold, nickel, or uranium.

SER is an interdisciplinary school within the University of Wyoming focused on all aspects of energy. SER faculty are expected to pursue their research as well as work in collaborative teams with other faculty, research scientists, and SER’s industry partners to address state needs. SER seeks to build expertise in the areas of separations, extractions, and process engineering to complement current strengths in related fields. The ideal candidate will have respectful interactions with others and work collaboratively with colleagues to address energy-relevant technologies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

The successful candidate will join a ChBE department of 11 tenured or tenure-track faculty and 3 teaching faculty that provides B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Chemical Engineering, as well as undergraduate minors in 1) Process Control and Instrumentation and 2) Biomedical Engineering. The candidate should have a strong interest in teaching, conducting independent research, and service to UW and the State. We seek faculty members who will create a climate that embraces excellence, with a commitment to education that will enhance the work of the department and attract and retain a diverse student body.

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Ph.D. in chemical engineering or a related discipline at the time of appointment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Postdoctoral training or industrial experience in a related field by the time of hire
• Interest or expertise in separations, extractions, or process engineering of critical minerals or minerals relevant to Wyoming
• Demonstrated ability to conduct cutting-edge research
• High potential for securing external funding to support research
• High potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level
• Demonstrated commitment to effective collaboration

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and submit the following materials online for a complete application: (1) a letter of interest including the position rank you are applying for (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor)  (1 page), (2) a detailed curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching and mentoring interests (up to 3 pages), (4) a statement of research interests (up to 4 pages not including references), and (5) contact information for four work-related references.  These documents should be compiled into a single PDF for submission. 

The position will remain open until filled, with full consideration given to applications received by November 15, 2024.

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic inf