Assistant Professor - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Position Information

Position Information

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Working Title
Assistant Professor - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Department
Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering-1058

Requisition Number
F_260098

Posting Open Date
09/28/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
10/30/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Description of Work

The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date in the 2027-2028 academic year.

The department seeks an outstanding candidate who will establish a nationally visible, externally funded research program in catalysis and contribute to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education. Catalysis is a core discipline in chemical engineering and a central enabling technology for advances in energy, sustainability, advanced materials, agriculture, and value-added chemical manufacturing.

Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to, heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis; electrocatalysis and photocatalysis; biocatalysis; catalytic materials and interfaces; reaction engineering and kinetics; computational and data-enabled catalysis; integrated experimental-computational approaches; decarbonization; hydrogen technologies; carbon capture, utilization, and conversion; biofuels and biobased manufacturing; and catalysis for advanced manufacturing. Candidates whose work complements and expands existing departmental strengths are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong scholarly record and externally funded research program; teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemical engineering, including courses related to reaction engineering, kinetics, and catalysis as appropriate; mentor undergraduate and graduate students; and contribute to departmental, college, and university service. The position offers opportunities for collaboration with faculty engaged in experimental and computational catalysis and with campus research entities including the Nebraska Center for Materials and Nanoscience and the Nebraska Energy Sciences Research Center.

The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering provides an outstanding environment for research and education, with opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration across the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the broader University of Nebraska system. The department's strategic growth in catalysis will support research and workforce development in areas important to Nebraska and the broader Midwest while enhancing competitiveness for federal and collaborative research initiatives.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree by the time of appointment. At least one degree (B.S., M.S., and/or Ph.D.) must be in chemical engineering.
• A record of strong scholarly achievement.
• A demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.
• The potential to establish a strong externally-funded research program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to, heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis; electrocatalysis and photocatalysis; biocatalysis; catalytic materials and interfaces; reaction engineering and kinetics; computational and data-enabled catalysis; integrated experimental-computational approaches; decarbonization; hydrogen technologies; carbon capture, utilization, and conversion; biofuels and biobased manufacturing; and catalysis for advanced manufacturing.

Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NE

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Criminal History Background Check Required
No

Posted Salary

How to Apply

Click "Apply for this Job," complete the faculty information form, and attach the following documents:

1. Cover letter explaining the applicant's interest in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. A combined research and teaching statement (four pages total, with a minimum of one page devoted to teaching).
4. A statement of how your combined professional and academic experiences have equipped you to make a valuable contribution to the College of Engineering Complete Engineer ® Program (engineering.unl.edu/complete-engineer).
5. Names and contact information for three professional references.

Please combine the statements (items 3, 4, and 5) into a single document and attach as "Other Document." For more information about the position, please contact Rajib Saha, [click to reveal email address]rsaha2@nebraska.edu.

Any applications that do not follow these guidelines or page limits will not get full consideration.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Rajib Saha
[click to reveal email address]rsaha2@unl.edu

Job Category

Job Category (old)
Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading

Job Type
9 Month

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date
08/16/2027

Appointment End Date

Organizational Location
Default Location