The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus is seeking outstanding candidates with a PhD Degree in Chemical Engineering or related disciplines for one (1) tenure track Assistant Professor position. This position will support research endeavors with expertise in the development and characterization of biomaterials for sensors and cell-based applications. Outstanding candidates with expertise in the design of soft materials for biological applications, including scaffolds and biosensors, as well as fundamental research onto the mechanisms by which materials engage biology are sought. The successful candidate is expected to establish a world-class research group, publish research work in peer review conferences and journals, advise graduate students, attract external funding for research and laboratory improvement, and teach undergraduate and graduate courses. Also, the candidate must participate in faculty committees, continuous improvement and assessment activities, outreach activities, and support general service in the department. Bilingualism (Spanish/English) would be considered an asset. The selected candidate will be considered to receive seed funding from the Center for the Advancement of Wearable Technologies, sponsored by the US National Science Foundation (NSF).
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, research and teaching plans, and at least three (3) professional recommendation letters by mail to the attention of:
Faculty Recruitment Committee
Department of Chemical Engineering
University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus
Call Box 9000, Mayaguez, PR 00681-9000
or by email to: director.inqu@upr.edu.
UPR is an equal opportunity employer-M/F/V/I
For more information access the official UPRM Job Announcement 22-02:
Español: https://www.uprm.edu/empleos/2022/02/04/22-02-depto-ingenieria-quimica-esp/
English: https://www.uprm.edu/empleos/en/2022/02/04/22-02-department-of-chemical-engineeringenglish/
