Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor
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Review of applications begins Nov 18; apply by then for full consideration
Conduct research, teach, and mentor students as tenure-track or tenured faculty in chemical engineering.
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Why it is interesting. Open search across all chemical engineering areas at a top-ranked program (UG 6th, grad 9th)
Adjacent materials role:Tenure-track faculty search in Department of Chemical Engineering, all research areas in or at the boundaries of chemical engineering and adjacent fields
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University of Michigan filed 118 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.
Most common titles: Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Assistant Professor, Research Investigator. Median filed pay: $70K a year.
Universities are exempt from the H-1B cap, so roles here skip the lottery.
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- Review begins
- Nov 18
- Seniority
- Entry level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- PhD
- Role
- Academic / Postdoc
Role details
Job Summary
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The Department of Chemical Engineering seeks outstanding applicants for a tenured or tenure-track position at all levels. Candidates must complete the department's online application available at https://che.engin.umich.edu/about/che-faculty-search/.
Applicants are sought across all research areas in or at the boundaries of chemical engineering and adjacent fields.
We seek dedicated scholars who will provide inspiration, leadership, excellence, and impact in research, teaching, and service in chemical engineering, and who will help cultivate a workplace that is welcoming for all and promotes collaboration and success among students from wide-ranging backgrounds. Applicants should have a PhD in chemical engineering or a related field, a track record of outstanding research, and a commitment to excellence in education and student mentoring. To ensure full consideration, candidates are encouraged to apply now and before November 18, 2026.
Required Qualifications*
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Applicants should have a PhD in chemical engineering or a related field, a track record of outstanding research, and a commitment to excellence in education and student mentoring.
Modes of Work
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Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Underfill Statement
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This position is posted as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor /Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.
Additional Information
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The University of Michigan is among the top-ranked public universities in the US and ranks among the top universities worldwide. The ChE undergraduate program is ranked 6th, and the graduate program is ranked 9th by US News & World Report. Ann Arbor is consistently voted among the best cities to live in America, was recently named the most educated city in the country, and is less than 30 minutes from Detroit International Airport. Ann Arbor features a diverse and international population and offers a broad range of cultural opportunities, outdoor attractions, and world-class dining.
Michigan Engineering's vision is to be the world's preeminent college of engineering serving the common good. This global outlook, leadership focus, and service commitment permeate our culture. Our vision is supported by a mission and values that, together, provide the framework for all that we do. Information about our vision, mission, and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.
Background Screening
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Employment will require both a criminal background check and may require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. If an institutional reference check is necessary, candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form.
U-M EEO Statement
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The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
283258
Working Title
Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor
Job Title
PROFESSOR
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
College Engineering
Department
CoE Chemical Engineering Dept
Posting Begin/End Date
11/10/2026 - 11/17/2026
Career Interest
Instructional - Regular
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