Description

Chemical and Biological Engineering - Assistant/Associate/Full Teaching Professor

Appointment Type:  Faculty

Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, in the College of Engineering at Iowa State University (ISU), invites applications for the full-time (nine-month) renewable term position of Assistant Teaching Professor. Exceptional candidates with commensurate experience and proven track record will be considered for the advanced rank of Associate or Full Teaching Professor. The appointment for this position is anticipated to begin January 1, 2027 or August 16, 2027 and the initial length of the appointment will be three years.

The candidate is expected to provide high quality instruction in core undergraduate chemical engineering courses, including lecture and laboratory courses, as well as support the teaching mission of the university through committee work, mentoring of undergraduate students, and assistance with curriculum and assessment coordination. Candidates should have strong written and oral communication skills and share our departmental mission to provide outstanding education and training in the chemical engineering discipline.

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering is committed to sustaining a collegial, positive, and productive environment for each individual and the collective benefit of all. All faculty members are expected to interact collegially and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior within department, college, and university activities.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering and doctoral degree in chemical engineering or a related discipline
• Associate or Full Teaching Professor candidates must also meet the university standards for appointment to the rank, including experience and accomplishments in chemical engineering education

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience in core undergraduate chemical engineering courses.
• Development of course and assessment materials.
• Formal pedagogical training.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral format.
• Ability to independently coordinate multiple activities and projects.
• Industrial experience in the field of chemical engineering.
• Evidence of collaboration and leadership in engineering education for applicants at the rank of Associate or Full Teaching Professor.

Department/Program & College Description:
About the Chemical and Biological Engineering Department
The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBE) offers B.S, M.Eng., M.S., and Ph.D. degree programs in chemical engineering. CBE has approximately 400 undergraduate students, 90 graduate students, 20 postdoctoral and scientific staff, 10 administrative staff, and 28 faculty. CBE demonstrates a commitment to broadly supporting faculty, staff, and students to achieve University objectives in the areas of research, teaching, and service.

Department Unit/Website:  For more information about our department’s engineering program, see cbe.iastate.edu.

Proposed Start Date:  August 16, 2027

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:  May 15, 2030

Number of Months Employed Per Year:  09 Month Work Period

Time Type:  Full time

Application Instructions:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to receive full consideration, applications should be received by September 18, 2026. All interested, qualified persons must apply for this position online at https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IowaStateJobs/job/Ames-IA/Chemical-and-Biological-Engineering---Assistant-Associate-Full-Teaching-Professor_R19189

The following documents are required to be submitted in PDF format:

1)     Letter of application that states desired rank and briefly discusses how the candidate meets each of the preferred qualifications

2)     Curriculum Vitae

3)     Contact information for at least three references, including name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and other pertinent information

4)     Statement of teaching interests and philosophy (not to exceed two pages)

Direct questions to Dr. Jennifer Heinen at jmheinen@iastate.edu, or call (515) 294-1891.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Job Requisition Number:  R19189

About Us
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensiveland-grantmission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.

If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.