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Summary of Duties:
The Gene and Linda Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering (VSCEB) at Washington State University (WSU) Pullman, WA invites applications for two full-time, academic year (9 months) Teaching (Career Track) Assistant/Associate Professor positions.

The first individual who is hired into this position will be responsible for teaching the capstone bioengineering design sequence, and up to three other courses per year, which may include bioengineering transport phenomena, cellular bioengineering, instrumentation, numerical methods for bioengineers, quantitative physiology, or other courses as appropriate for the successful candidate.

The second individual who is hired will be responsible for teaching the capstone chemical engineering design sequence, and up to three core chemical engineering courses per year, which may include mass and energy balances, transport phenomena, fluid mechanics and heat transfer, thermodynamics, kinetics and reactor design, process control, or other courses as appropriate for the successful candidate. The ability to contribute to both programs, chemical engineering and bioengineering, will be considered an asset.

The duties for both positions will also include participating in curriculum development, participating in continuous program assessment activities, advising students, mentoring, and interacting with students, supporting student recruitment activities, and collaborating with others within the VSCEB, the University or other organizations. The duties may also include mentoring student professional society clubs and activities.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for both Assistant and Associate ranks must hold a Ph.D. in chemical engineering, bioengineering, biomedical engineering, or a closely related field by the appointment start date or hold a Master’s degree in one of the above disciplines and have at least a combined record of three (3) years of teaching and/or industrial experience.

Candidates with experience in curriculum development or relevant industrial experience that would inform capstone design course instruction are preferred.

For the Associate rank, candidates must demonstrate sustained excellence in teaching. Scholarly contributions and service will also be considered such as educational publications, presentations, funding, involvement in ABET accreditation, etc.

Additional Information:
The individual hired for this position will join existing faculty members in the Voiland School. As of Fall 2022, approximately 290 undergraduate (B.S.), 58 Ph.D. and 4 M.S. students collectively are enrolled in the two programs offered by the VSCEB. We currently graduate about 49 BS students and 18 graduate students each year. We plan to grow these undergraduate and graduate enrollments through new, innovative offerings. Application review will begin on October 17 and continue until the positions are filled. Expected start dates for the appointments are August 16, 2023.

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:
In accordance with Washington State Governor's Proclamation 21.14.2, as a condition of employment, you must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation by time of hire. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Full vaccination status or an approved accommodation will be verified prior to your first day of work. Should you not be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation you will not be able to start employment with WSU. Information regarding vaccine verification and/or requesting a medical/religious accommodation is available at https://hrs.wsu.edu/covid-19/vax-verification/. Please contact HRS at hrs@wsu.edu or 509-335-4521 if you have questions.

Area/College:
Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture (VCEA)

Department Name:
Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering

City, State, Zip:
Pullman, WA 99164

Department Link:
voiland.wsu.edu

Monthly Salary:
Commensurate with upon qualifications and experience.

FTE:
100%

Tenure Track:
No

This is a Permanent position.

Screening Begin Date:
This position has been posted as Open until Filled. The screening of applicants will begin October 17, 2022.

Background Check:
This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.

Required Documents:
Candidates should be prepared to upload the following documents into their online applications:

1) Curriculum vitae
2) A cover letter
3) Teaching statement
4) Diversity, equity, and inclusion statement
5) Contact information for at least three (3) professional references.