Tenure-Track Faculty in Chemical and Biological Engineering

Role details

Posting Number

20260089F

Position Title

Tenure-Track Faculty in Chemical and Biological Engineering

Position Type

Faculty

Location

Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type

Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule

full-time/9-months

Department

203-Chemical Engineering

Position Summary

Why work at Villanova?

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Villanova University has an opening for a full-time tenure-track faculty position at all levels. Candidates will be considered for Assistant Professor or Associate Professor rank commensurate with their education and experience.

The Department is looking for a creative and energetic faculty member that will complement and enhance the Program. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional potential with respect to research, scholarly activity, teaching and service within the Chemical Engineering discipline. Areas of interest include sustainability, advanced materials, systems engineering, computational chemistry, catalysis, energy, process design and optimization, AI applications in Chemical Engineering and other fields relevant to Chemical Engineering. Leadership and/or entrepreneurial experience within an academic, research, industry, or service environment is desired.

This position is expected to support and contribute to the strategic plans for Villanova University, College of Engineering, and department of Chemical and Biological Engineering by addressing global challenges that include human health, water-energy-food nexus, environmental sustainability, advanced manufacturing and sustainable engineering. The candidate will also be expected to mentor undergraduate and graduate students. The appointment begins in August 2027.

The University is strongly rooted in a sense of community, and the CBE Department and the College of Engineering are deeply committed to work-life balance. In addition, the University has also established the Center for Faculty Leadership and Success (CFLS), supported by an NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Grant, to create meaningful learning and development opportunities for all faculty.

*Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.*

Duties and Responsibilities

• The primary responsibilities include developing and sustaining an internationally recognized research program, collaborating with faculty and staff in the College of Engineering at Villanova and other Institutions, and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses (both in the core curriculum and on their research expertise).
• Candidates must also participate in departmental, college, and university service as it contributes to the mission and strategic goals.
• Supervisor research performed by undergraduate, Master’s and/or Ph.D. students.

Minimum Qualifications

• A PhD in Chemical and/or Biological Engineering or a closely related field
• A proven ability for high-quality research as evidenced by previous research publications and presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have expertise in sustainability, advanced materials, systems engineering, computational chemistry, catalysis, energy, process design and optimization, AI applications in Chemical Engineering and other fields relevant to Chemical Engineering.
• Leadership and/or entrepreneurial experience within an academic, research, industry, or service environment is desired.
• Teaching experience as an instructor, TA, instructional assistant, or research mentor.
• Associate Professor candidates are expected to have teaching experience and a previous record of research.
• A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and innovation.
• Potential to lead an externally funded research program.
• Experience mentoring others in research such as undergraduate or graduate students.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

Special Message to Applicants

Villanova is a Carnegie-classified doctoral university. From its founding in 1842 to its position today as a nationally recognized leading university, Villanova University has forged a path of academic excellence. The University is in the Philadelphia metropolitan area, home to a large concentration of universities, industries, and government labs.

The Chemical and Biological Engineering department has 15 full-time faculty members, more than 200 undergraduate students, and over 60 graduate students, including MS and Ph.D. students. The department is committed to providing rigorous educational experience in the discipline of Chemical Engineering, graduating well-rounded leaders and life-long learners, who aspire to achieving professional excellence. We are equally committed to the discovery, dissemination, advancement, and application of cutting-edge research.

Inspired by the Augustinian-Catholic tradition, we value an inclusive and diverse community in which we prepare our students to demonstrate the highest ethical conduct and contribute to the well-being of humankind. The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering and the College of Engineering are deeply committed to work-life balance and family-friendly programs for our faculty.

Please submit your application at: http://jobs.villanova.edu.

Application packages must include:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Academic Transcripts
• Statements on Teaching Philosophy
• Detailed research plan including research areas, intellectual merit, broader impact, and integration into existing research strengths at Villanova.
• Contribution to University Mission Statement
• Names and contact information of three references

The review process will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Posting Date

10/06/2026

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information

Competitive

Salary Band

Job Classification

faculty

References Needed

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References Needed

Minimum Number of References Needed

3

Maximum Number of References Needed

3