Faculty (Open Rank) - Chemical Engineering

DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS AND ENGINEERING
UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS-HOUSTON
OPEN RANK - CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

The University of St. Thomas (UST)-Houston, a private Catholic University committed to the liberal arts and the religious and intellectual tradition of Catholic higher education, invites applications from outstanding candidates for a full-time, tenure-track (TT) position in chemical engineering.

Position Summary:
The Department of Physics and Engineering at the University of St. Thomas invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position in Chemical Engineering, with a particular emphasis on lab-based instruction, design projects, and capstone supervision. The department seeks candidates passionate about teaching and hands-on education with a strong experimental research and teaching background in chemical engineering who are enthusiastic about mentoring undergraduate students and supporting applied learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in chemical engineering, with a particular focus on lab and design courses.
• Develop, update, and manage laboratory curricula and experiments.
• Supervise undergraduate student projects and capstone design experiences.
• Maintain and improve experimental facilities, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with faculty on curriculum development and program assessment.
• Engage in professional development and/or applied research related to experimental chemical engineering education.
• Provide academic advising and mentoring to students as needed.
• Service activities as needed by the department and the university.
• Developing a research program involving and suited for undergraduate student participation.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience with experimental methods and lab instruction.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentoring.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to the mission of the University of St. Thomas.

Preferred:

• Industry or academic experience with chemical process equipment, instrumentation, or laboratory management.
• Familiarity with process safety, data acquisition systems, and chemical analysis techniques.
• Prior experience in curriculum or lab development at the university level.
• Industry experience and a PE license.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants should submit the following materials:

• A cover letter addressing qualifications for the position.
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy (with emphasis on lab and design instruction)
• Research statement.
• Three professional letters of recommendation.
• A reflective response on Ex Corde Ecclesiae. While a reflection on the entire document is welcome, applicants may find it helpful to focus on how their teaching, interests, and background contribute to any of the four items listed in paragraph 13, regarding the essential characteristics of a Catholic university, and/or paragraphs 15-19, regarding the character of research

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The review process will begin on November 15, 2025, and the expected start date is August 2026. For more information, please visit:
https://www.stthom.edu/human-resources/