Tenure-Track Faculty in Chemical and… at CU Boulder · Boulder

Job Summary

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder is currently seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty position. The department and college are particularly interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and service to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. This position will be hired at the Assistant Professor rank.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) is one of Colorado’s flagship public institutions and among the most research-active public universities in the country. The College of Engineering and Applied Science is the second largest school or college on the CU Boulder campus and boasts top-tier rankings for both its graduate and undergraduate engineering programs, earning the 11th spot among public graduate programs and 17th nationwide for undergraduate engineering. Multiple specialty areas are also ranked within the top 20. Equally importantly, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and academically excellent community. Our approximately 250 tenure-track, 120 instructional-track, and 30 research-track faculty serve more than 6,000 undergraduate students, 1,300 master’s students, and 850 PhD students. Our college has three core foci: (i) Research & Innovation, (ii) Education, and (iii) Inclusion. We believe that our college’s success requires faculty who actively work to create an inclusive culture within the college and are committed to thecampus plan of creating and sustaining supportive campus environments.

To learn more about the College of Engineering and Applied Science please visit our website.

Ranked 11th among public universities for its graduate program and 11th for its undergraduate program by US News, the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering is a world-class department with 38 faculty members, approximately 42 postdoctoral and other research associates, 137 graduate students, and 401 undergraduate students. The department has a proud tradition of academic excellence. We have two robust ABET-accredited undergraduate degree programs, where the emphasis is on interactive learning, computer applications, a wide variety of interdisciplinary options, and undergraduate research. We have created thousands of screencasts and interactive simulations – available on LearnChemE.com – that are accessed millions of times annually.

To learn more about the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, please visit our website.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Successful candidates will be expected to engage in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring; develop an externally funded research program in their technical area that synergizes with others in the University of Colorado system (the search is open with respect to area); contribute professional leadership and service to the department, the college, and their professional community; and cultivate and contribute to the inclusive excellence of our academic community.
• The typical distribution of work for this role is 40% teaching, 40% scholarly and creative work (research), and 20% leadership and service.

What You Should Know

• The anticipated start date for this position is Fall 2027; however, a later start date may be negotiated.
• Candidates whose expertise cuts across engineering and related disciplines are especially encouraged to apply.
• The University of Colorado Boulder has implemented a reference check program with respect to final candidates for tenured faculty appointments. The reference check program is intended to allow CU Boulder to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their current and previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination, before making hiring decisions. All final candidates for tenured faculty appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information.

What We Can Offer

• The anticipated academic year salary range for this position at the Assistant Professor rank is $120,000-$130,000.
• A relocation stipend may be available within CEAS guidelines.
• CU offers a competitive 401(a) retirement plan, with employees contributing 5% of their annual eligible compensation and CU contributing 10% of their eligible compensation. This plan is standard for most faculty hires. For more information on CU's retirement benefits visit our website here.
• In addition to a competitive salary, the University of Colorado Boulder offers a wide variety of other benefits and perks. Links to these are below. To forecast the value of your total compensation, check out our total compensation calculator. More information on some of our benefits and perks is available here: gender-neutral paid parental leave; housing down-payment assistance programs; dual-career & relocation resources; and teaching, research, and professional development.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

Applicants must have earned a research doctorate or equivalent degree in chemical engineering, biological engineering, bioengineering, or a related field, and have their degree conferred before starting a tenure-track faculty appointment.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials as individual PDF files:

1. Cover Letter: A one-page cover letter describing your interest in the position and summarizing your personal academic goals. Please indicate in the cover letter if you plan to attend the fall national meetings for the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES), or Materials Research Society (MRS) and provide the details of the sessions and presentations scheduled (if any).
2. Resume/CV: A current curriculum vitae.
3. A Statement of Research Philosophy: A statement of your experience and plans for research and/or creative work that contributes to the body of knowledge in your field and provides broader benefits to education and society. Applicants should describe their plans to develop a recognized research program based on scholarly work in their particular field, their ideas for interdisciplinary collaboration, and their plans for inspiring diverse students to conduct research.
4. A Statement of Teaching Philosophy: A statement of your experience and plans for teaching and mentoring a diverse student body. Applicants should describe their ideas for interdisciplinary collaboration, their experience and interests in teaching undergraduates and graduates, and their plans for inspiring diverse students (2-3 pages).
5. Leadership, Service and Community Contributions Statement: In this statement, describe your leadership and service experience, and demonstrated ability to contribute to a supportive campus community. Please provide details on your track record, calibrated to your career stage, that describe the specific role you played in these efforts. These could include, but are not limited to service on committees, outreach activities to broaden engagement in or with engineering, or serving on advisory boards or task forces contributing to policies or regulations. In addition, describe your plans to contribute to our campus plan to Create Supportive Environments, and the College of Engineering and Applied Science Strategic Vision(1-2 pages).

During the application process, you will be asked to provide the names and contact information for at least three references who would be willing to submit letters of recommendation on your behalf. Only reference contact information will be collected at the time of application. For candidates that progress to the later stages of consideration, we will request letters directly from references later in the search process.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, however for full consideration please apply by November 15, 2026.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs. Background checks will be conducted for all final applicants.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.