Human Resources

Summary

Michigan Technological University (MTU) is searching for an endowed Jim and Lorna Mack Chair of Bioengineering in the Department of Chemical Engineering (ChE). The individual who fills this position should be an eminent scholar in the field of bioengineering as evidenced by an excellent record of research publications, sustained extramural funding, and graduating Ph.D.’s. The area of research is open, but preference will be applied toward those who complement existing research at Michigan Tech. In addition to bringing an elite research program to Michigan Tech, the holder of the Mack Chair must be an accomplished instructor in both the graduate and undergraduate courses important to the ChE degree programs. It is also expected that this individual will be a leader in Michigan Tech research initiatives and secure funding for a cross-cutting center in a ChE-aligned research area such as human health, sustainable energy, or materials processing.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties

The essential duties of this position are to operate a sustainable externally funded research program that advances the state of knowledge in the area of biomaterials, publishes high-impact scholarly articles communicating these advances, and produces Ph.D. graduates from the Department of Chemical Engineering at Michigan Technological University; teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the Department of Chemical Engineering based on assignment from the Department Chair; and promote the brand of Michigan Technological University.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

Qualified individuals must possess a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.

Required Experience

Qualified individuals must hold the rank of associate professor with tenure, or the equivalent of, at a research-intensive institution of higher learning.

Desirable Education and/or Experience

Qualified individuals should possess a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline, and hold the rank of professor with tenure, or the equivalent of, at a research-intensive institution of higher learning.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

Qualified individuals must possess peer-acknowledged expertise (knowledge, skills, and abilities) in biomaterials to warrant appointment as a tenured professor in Chemical Engineering.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

Demonstrated success as a researcher in bioengineering.

Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills

Work Environment and/or Physical Demands

Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment

Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following four required pieces of training; additional training may be required by the department.
Required University Training:
• Employee Safety Overview
• Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Training
• Annual Data Security Training
• Annual Title IX Training

Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the
required background check has been performed and the results received and
assessed.

Other Conditions of Employment:
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. This is not an E-Verified Position.

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FLSA Status

Exempt

Appointment Term

9 months

Pay Rate/Salary

Commensurate with experience

Title of Position Supervisor

Department Chair

Posting Type

Dependent on Funding

Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)

Applicants will need to upload the following documents:
 Curriculum Vitae
 Cover Letter
 Research narrative describing accomplishments in Bioengineering
 A list of 4 references to be contacted upon notice from the search committee, this will be part of the application.

We strongly encourage applicants to address the required and desired qualifications in their cover letter along with an explanation of how they will contribute to the Vision and Mission of Michigan Tech.

Additional Information

Michigan Tech, ranked an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, attracts world-class faculty who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply. Located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula adjacent to Lake Superior, the Houghton community offers a small-town environment with outstanding four-season recreational opportunities

Michigan Tech recognizes the importance of supporting faculty members’ partners; candidates selected for on campus interviews will be invited to bring a guest. Additional details on our Partner Engagement Program can be found at https://www.mtu.edu/provost/programs/partner-engagement/.

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer, that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.