Chemical and Biological Engineering - Department Head - 530623

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (ChBE) and the Styslinger College of Engineering at The University of Alabama invite applications for the position of Department Head of the UA Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering. The anticipated start date for the position is Fall 2027 or earlier. This opportunity presents the chance for a dynamic and visionary leader who has a demonstrated record of success as an outstanding scholar, researcher, teacher, and mentor to join our Styslinger College of Engineering and our Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering during a period of record growth and success, with opportunities and significant resources at their disposal to help grow and shape the program into one of the leading departments of chemical and biological engineering in the nation. Candidates with prestigious achievements, significant impact in their fields, and exceptional national and international reputations will be eligible for consideration for significant endowment support through appointment as an Endowed Shelby Distinguished Professor. These Shelby Distinguished Professor positions are one of the highest honors bestowed upon faculty at The University of Alabama, and candidates who feel their record and accomplishments warrant consideration for this additional honor should indicate this in their cover letter. The Department Head is the academic and administrative leader of the department. The expectation is that this individual will serve as Department Head for a minimum of 5 years, and renewal of the position beyond that time frame is possible. The Department Head is part of the Styslinger College of Engineering (SCoE) senior leadership team, serving as a member of the Dean’s Advisory Council for the College. The Department Head is directly supported by two additional faculty members who are appointed by the Department Head as Associate Department Heads for Graduate and Undergraduate Studies. The Department Head and department are supported by a professional staff team which includes an Administrative Assistant to the Department Head. The Department Head we seek will have an exciting opportunity to play a central role in a dynamic and fast-growing education and research enterprise. Successful candidates will be expected to contribute to the life of the department, college, and university through research, teaching, and service contributions consistent with the Department Head responsibilities. Candidates who have an accomplished track record in research and graduate education are strongly encouraged to apply, as candidates are expected to have a desire to continue to set an example for the department and its faculty by continuing to advise both graduate and undergraduate research students supported by an extramurally funded research program. Since the Department Head will serve as and be appointed also as a tenured faculty member, it is expected that they will maintain a high-quality, high-impact, scholarly productive research program, teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels as permitted by their schedule and duties, and advise and mentor Ph.D. students. They will be expected to provide service to the department, university, and broader scholarly community, commensurate with rank and in accordance with applicable university policies.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• 10+ years of experience as a tenure-track/tenured faculty member in a chemical engineering or closely related department.
• A record consistent with appointment as a Full Professor in the UA Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering.
• Significant record of scholarship in an engineering department with undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• 15+ years of experience as a tenure-track/tenured faculty member at a leading peer R1 institution in a Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a closely related department.
• A demonstrated record of high-quality research and scholarly publications that is recognized nationally and/or internationally.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Prior academic leadership experience as an associate department head/chair, department head/chair, center director, or similar level of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the academic and administrative leader of the department.
• Serve as a member of the Dean’s Advisory Council for the College.
• Contribute to the life of the department, college, and university through research, teaching, and service contributions.
• Advise both graduate and undergraduate research students supported by an extramurally funded research program.
• Maintain a high-quality, high-impact, scholarly productive research program.
• Teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels as permitted by their schedule and duties.
• Advise and mentor Ph.D. students.
• Provide service to the department, university, and broader scholarly community, commensurate with rank and in accordance with applicable university policies.

What This Job Offers

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