What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Professor position at Carnegie Mellon University?
Carnegie Mellon University: College of Engineering: Chemical Engineering
Location
Open Date
Jul 31, 2026
Deadline
Description
The Department of Chemical Engineering seeks a candidate whose research, teaching and/or service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to engagement of broad audiences in higher education.
The research faculty member role in the Department of Chemical Engineering will pursue, manage and develop research programs and activities that are fully supported from sources external to the university and that contribute to goals of the Department of Chemical Engineering and Carnegie Mellon University. This position will also be expected to teach up to two courses per year (graduate and/or undergraduate courses as assigned).
Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
A PhD in related STEM program (Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nanotechnology, etc.) is required for this role.
Required Minimum Education:
Doctorate Degree
Work Experience Requirements:
Ideal candidate must have experience as Postdoctoral Researcher, Research Scientist or Engineer and in teaching/lecturing a graduate-level course on governing momentum, heat and mass transfer.
Required Minimum Experience:
3-5 years
Type of Required Experience:
Postdoctoral research experience, scientific research, teaching/lecturing.
Application Process
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Carnegie Mellon University is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition, family status, marital status, parental status, religion, ancestry, veteran status, or genetic information. Furthermore, Carnegie Mellon University does not discriminate and is required not to discriminate in violation of federal, state, or local laws or executive orders.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Professional Development