Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering

Nevada System of Higher Education • Reno, NV

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is seeking an Assistant Professor in Chemical Engineering. This position is part of the School of Civil, Chemical, and Environmental Engineering and aligns with the university's vision of building global expertise in research and education to support the nation’s drive to create a robust supply chain of critical materials (CM). The successful candidate will be expected to develop a nationally recognized, externally funded research program focused on the chemical engineering challenges of the CM supply chain, foster interdisciplinary collaborations, and contribute to undergraduate and graduate education in chemical engineering. The intended start date for this position is July 1, 2027.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Must hold at least one (1) degree in chemical engineering.
• Expertise in chemical processing critical materials, broadly defined.
• Describe in the cover letter how their research fits under the umbrella of CM.

Nice To Haves

• Work advances areas aligned with the DOE METALLC initiative, including processing of brines, leachates, and secondary feedstocks; solvent extraction, ion exchange, membranes, and other novel separation processes; electrochemical and thermochemical refining; process design, optimization, and intensification; technoeconomic and life-cycle analysis; and critical element recovery and recycling using molecular-based approaches.
• Experience applying machine learning tools in their research.
• Demonstrated record in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Develop a nationally recognized, externally funded research program aligned with the chemical engineering challenges of the full CM supply chain.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate education in chemical engineering.

Benefits

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.
• Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments.
• Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees (reduced-rate tuition benefit)
• Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree