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Position Overview
The Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering (CBE) at Rutgers University–New Brunswick invites applications for a non-tenure-track teaching faculty position in the areas of biomanufacturing and pharmaceutical engineering.
This is a long-term, career-oriented position with the possibility of reappointment and promotion through the university's teaching faculty track. This position aligns with the School of Engineering's (SOE) strategic priority areas in Healthcare Technology and Experiential Learning and Professional Education.
We seek a dynamic educator with experience in the biomanufacturing or pharmaceutical industry who is passionate about preparing students for impactful careers and advancing workforce development in these fields.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering
- Contribute to curriculum innovation
- Engage with industry partners
- Support workforce development initiatives
- Participate actively in departmental, school, and professional service
Responsibilities may also include:
- Developing new courses in biomanufacturing and pharmaceutical engineering
- Contributing to the growth of the CBE experiential education program by expanding co-op and internship opportunities
- Coordinating industry-linked projects
- Supporting students' professional preparation
The faculty member in this position is expected to use evidence-based, student-centered teaching practices and incorporate industry-relevant content to help students build the knowledge and skills needed for professional success.
Depending on interests, expertise, and departmental priorities, the role may also involve developing industry-sponsored capstone projects, mentoring students, collaborating on educational grants, and participating in service, recruitment, and outreach activities.
Qualifications
Applicants should hold a PhD in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline. Those with professional experience in biomanufacturing or the pharmaceutical industry, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit the following materials:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of research interests
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Contact information for three references
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Review of applications will begin December 2025 and continue until all positions are filled.
For questions, please email cbechair@soe.rutgers.edu.
About Chemical and Biochemical Engineering
The Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering enrolls more than 210 undergraduate and 110 graduate students and includes 20 tenure-track faculty and one full-time teaching professor. Located in central New Jersey, the department is situated in the heart of one of the nation's most active industrial and pharmaceutical corridors, offering proximity to globally established pharmaceutical companies, emerging biotechnology firms, and advanced manufacturing industries.
Faculty and students have access to outstanding research facilities and collaborative opportunities through numerous centers and institutes on campus, including the Institute for Quantitative Biomedicine (IQB), Rutgers Climate & Energy Institute (RCEI), Center for Structured Organic Particulate Systems (CSOPS), Catalyst Manufacturing Center, Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ), and the RCSB Protein Data Bank. Rutgers Engineering faculty also benefit from extensive High-Performance Computing (HPC) resources to support research and teaching.
About Rutgers School of Engineering
Rutgers University–New Brunswick's School of Engineering is home to educational opportunity and innovation, preparing a richly diversified body of more than 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students with the ability to solve problems, make meaningful societal advances, lead through innovation, and excel in the global workplace. Ranked among the leading engineering programs in the nation, the school is centrally located in the Northeast Corridor amid a powerhouse of industrial, pharmaceutical, high-tech, transportation, and financial industries, providing professional and research opportunities.
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About Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, stands among America's highest-ranked, most diverse public research universities with main campuses in New Brunswick, Newark, and Camden. The university offers over 150 undergraduate majors and a wide range of graduate, professional, and online programs, with a strong focus on research and innovation. Rutgers is an academic, health, and research powerhouse and a university of opportunity.