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Open Rank Full-Time Tenure Track, Department of Chemical Engineering

University of Washington · Seattle, WAtodayverified 5 h ago
$147k – $360k

PhD-level Academic / Postdoc roles on Crosslinked list a median of $100k (225 that show pay).

Build an externally funded chemical engineering research program and teach core and elective courses at an open-rank tenure-track level.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Open-rank search at UW that names polymers, colloids, interfacial sciences and materials as regional competitive strengths.

Might not be for you. Open to all chemical engineering areas, so polymer or materials work is not guaranteed to be the focus.

Deep specialist PhD-friendly Room for your own research

Adjacent materials roleChemical Engineering faculty search; names leveraging strengths in materials, interfacial sciences, polymers, colloids, clean energy; all areas of chemical engineering welcome

H-1B filings

University of Washington filed 21 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Assistant Professor, Postdoctoral Scholar, Research Scientist/Engineer 3. Median filed pay: $84K a year.

Universities are exempt from the H-1B cap, so roles here skip the lottery.

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Seniority
Entry level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
PhD
Role
Academic / Postdoc

Role details

The Chemical Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at the University of Washington invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor with an anticipated start date of September 2027. Specific rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as generally described in UW’s Faculty Code Section 24-34. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community.

Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to: capacity to build a world-class chemical engineering research program crosscutting interdisciplinary efforts and the potential to leverage competitive advantages in materials, healthcare, interfacial sciences, polymers, colloids, clean energy technology, energy systems, biotechnology, and data sciences that exist within the University of Washington and the surrounding region, as well as a strong interest in and commitment to undergraduate and graduate education. Applicants representing all areas of chemical engineering research are encouraged to apply.

The successful applicant will be expected to provide innovative, high-quality teaching in our core curriculum; to develop a high-impact externally funded research program of international repute; develop elective courses in their areas of expertise; and help serve and advance the goals and missions of the department, college, and university. The successful applicant will be expected to create innovative and high-quality research and teaching programs that contribute to an inclusive and equitable campus environment.

The base salary range for this position at the following ranks will be: Assistant Professor ($12,250-13,250 per month), Associate Professor ($16,000 – $20,000 per month), Professor ($20,000 – 30,000 per month), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Compensation associated with this position may also include other components such as administrative salary supplement or limited commitment of summer salary.. A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/ .

Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits. Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications: Applicants must have earned a PhD or foreign equivalent in chemical engineering or a related field, by the date of appointment.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Open Rank Full-Time Tenure Track, Department of Chemical Engineering role at University of Washington?

The listed annual base salary range is $147K–$360K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does University of Washington sponsor H-1B visas?

University of Washington has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Open Rank Full-Time Tenure Track, Department of Chemical Engineering role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Open Rank Full-Time Tenure Track, Department of Chemical Engineering role at University of Washington based?

This role is based in Seattle, WA.

What degree is required for the Open Rank Full-Time Tenure Track, Department of Chemical Engineering role at University of Washington?

This role requires a PhD.