Tenure Track Positions In Chemical Engineering
At The University Of South Carolina

Multiple Positions – Open Research Area

The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of South Carolina seeks to hire several tenure-track faculty members. Outstanding candidates in any field of chemical engineering are encouraged to apply. Our strategic core areas include electrochemical engineering, biomedical and biological engineering, computational chemical engineering at all scales, and catalysis. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to develop and conduct independent, leading-edge research that augments and complements existing departmental expertise. Applicants must submit a letter of application, a vita, statements of both research and teaching interests, names of three references, and copies of selected publications to the Chair of the Chemical Engineering Search Committee, Department of Chemical Engineering, University of South Carolina, Columbia SC 29208. Applications may also be submitted electronically to ChemEngSearch@engr.sc.edu.

Position - High Temperature Catalysis and Materials

The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of South Carolina seeks to hire a tenure-track faculty member with expertise in heterogeneous catalysis and surface chemistry, with particular interest in high temperature electrochemistry and materials for electrochemical and catalytic applications. Applicants are sought at the Assistant Professor level; however, outstanding applicants at the senior level are also welcome. In addition to strengthening our core research areas of catalysis/electrocatalysis, materials and alternative energy, successful candidates will be expected to establish a prominent, externally funded research program and proactively develop collaborative research within the new Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) faculty cluster in the College of Engineering & Computing. Successful candidates will have a PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering or a closely-related field, with demonstrated ability to develop and conduct independent, leading-edge research, along with potential for teaching undergraduate and graduate students. Applicants must submit a letter of application, a vita, a summary of future research plans, a statement of teaching philosophy and interests, as well as names of three references to: Faculty Search Committee, Faculty Excellence Initiative (FEI) Program, Department of Chemical Engineering, Swearingen Engineering Center, 301 S. Main Street, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208 or by e-mail to scchefei@engr.sc.edu.

Position - Polymer Chemistry and Nanoscience

The University of South Carolina invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Polymer Chemistry in the Departments of Chemistry and Biochemistry & Chemical Engineering. Preference will be given to those candidates that have a strong background in the areas of polymer nanotechnology and nanocomposites: however, outstanding candidates from all areas of polymer chemistry and engineering are encouraged to apply. Exceptional candidates may be considered at a higher rank. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer or materials science and engineering, or a related field, and are expected to teach courses in their respective departments as well as courses in a polymer chemistry and engineering curriculum. The successful candidate is expected to develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program as part of the USC thrust in polymer nanocomposite research in the new Horizon I research building. Interested applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a concise description of research and teaching plans, and have three letters of reference sent to Professor Brian C. Benicewicz, Chair, FEI Cluster Search Committee, USC NanoCenter, University of South Carolina, 1212 Greene St., Suite 120, Columbia, SC 29208. For full consideration, applications must be received by December 1, 2008.

The Department of Chemical Engineering is particularly interested in receiving applications from traditionally under-represented groups. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran status. The University of South Carolina has designated as the ADA Title II, Section 504 and Title IX coordinator, the Executive Assistant to the President for Equal Opportunity Programs. The Office of the Executive Assistant to the President for Equal Opportunity Programs is located in Suite 805 of 1600 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC; telephone 803-777-3854.