Associate Professor – Chemical Engineering (Full‑Time)

About the role

The Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at United Arab Emirates University seeks a full‑time faculty member at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in Chemical Engineering. The successful candidate will join a highly ranked, ABET‑accredited engineering school and contribute to both teaching and research excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and continuously improve undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Chemical Engineering.
• Develop and lead an active research program, securing internal and external funding.
• Supervise MSc and PhD students, guiding their research projects.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees.
• Engage with industry partners and professional societies to enhance the department’s visibility.

Required profile

• PhD in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly publications in reputable journals.
• Proven ability to obtain research grants.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to high‑quality teaching.

Required skills

• Expertise in core chemical engineering concepts and methodologies.
• Experience in curriculum development for engineering programs.
• Ability to mentor graduate students in research.

What we offer

• Competitive academic salary and benefits package.
• State‑of‑the‑art laboratory and research facilities.
• Support for professional development and conference participation.
• Collaborative, multicultural campus environment.