Tenure-Track: Assistant Professor of Biological Engineering

Role details

The Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University invites applications for a 9-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Biological Engineering The successful candidate will be expected to: 1) use a multi-disciplinary systems approach to develop a nationally recognized research program focusing on but not limited to the following areas: (a) application of engineering principles and tools to biological systems - including microbes, viruses, toxins, plants, and animals - to optimize agricultural production, food safety, and environmental safety and sustainability, (b) analysis, sensing and modeling (computational/numerical, molecular) of microbial and organic materials including micro,- nanoplastics in food and airborne pathogen control for a deep understanding of the role of food processing technologies on microbial behavior and product safety; (c) design of processes and technologies for food, bioprocess, and molecular engineering applications, including food manufacturing systems, bioprocess development, and molecular-level engineering of biological components, with emphasis on structure–function relationships in biomolecules and complex biological systems, as well as food quality, safety, functionality, and sustainability, including management of bioaerosol emission, waste valorization and circular bioeconomy approaches; 2) develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in engineering based on the interests and needs of the Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department; 3) secure extramural funding from a variety of sources including federal, state, industry and private sources; and 4) serve the Department, College and University as assigned, and as opportunity and expertise permits.

The candidate should aspire to lead a research program that fuses molecular/cellular bioscience and molecular modeling with quantitative engineering analysis/synthesis approaches, including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.

Areas of high priority include cutting edge, multiscale, data-driven approaches in non-medical molecular biotechnology, AI-enabled digital representations of biological systems, microbiome engineering (with emphasis on designing novel microbial capabilities to enable circular bio-economy, foster sustainable agriculture, and mitigate the impacts of climate change), and food safety, including applications in materials, chemicals, agriculture, sustainability, energy and the indoor / outdoor environment.

Collaboration with AgriLife Extension Faculty, participation in professional development activities and an appropriate level of service to the department, institution, and/or profession is expected.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have an earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in Biological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Food Engineering, or closely related engineering discipline. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to lead a novel research program in the engineering of biological based products, their processes and mitigation of contaminants using experimental and modeling tools.

Successful candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, an ability to work both independently and in multi-disciplinary teams and a willingness to advise and mentor students.

Applicants must be licensed or be eligible to obtain a license as a Professional Engineer at the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated potential to excel in conducting and publishing high impact research, developing an independent research program, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists and successful grant writing. Motivation and skills to educate students through academic programs in engineering at BAEN including the Agricultural Systems Management (AGSM) curriculum and in other departments.

Interested applicants must apply through the Texas A&M University faculty job board hosted by Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/189122 and upload the following:

• cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a three-page personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching and service, 4) names and contact information of three (3) professional references. Please direct any questions to Dr. Maria King at [email protected]. Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.