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Associate or Full Professor, Endowed Jim and Lorna Mack Chair of Bioengineering

Michigan Technological University

United States, Michigan, Houghton

1400 Townsend Drive (Show on map)

Sep 24, 2025

Summary	Michigan Technological University (MTU) is searching for an endowed Jim and Lorna Mack Chair of Bioengineering in the Department of Chemical Engineering (ChE). The individual who fills this position should be an eminent scholar in the field of bioengineering as evidenced by an excellent record of research publications, sustained extramural funding, and graduating Ph.D.'s. The area of research is open, but preference will be applied toward those who complement existing research at Michigan Tech. In addition to bringing an elite research program to Michigan Tech, the holder of the Mack Chair must be an accomplished instructor in both the graduate and undergraduate courses important to the ChE degree programs. It is also expected that this individual will be a leader in Michigan Tech research initiatives and secure funding for a cross-cutting center in a ChE-aligned research area such as human health, sustainable energy, or materials processing.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties	The essential duties of this position are to operate a sustainable externally funded research program that advances the state of knowledge in the area of biomaterials, publishes high-impact scholarly articles communicating these advances, and produces Ph.D. graduates from the Department of Chemical Engineering at Michigan Technological University; teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the Department of Chemical Engineering based on assignment from the Department Chair; and promote the brand of Michigan Technological University.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures	Qualified individuals must possess a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
Required Experience	Qualified individuals must hold the rank of associate professor with tenure, or the equivalent of, at a research-intensive institution of higher learning.
Desirable Education and/or Experience	Qualified individuals should possess a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline, and hold the rank of professor with tenure, or the equivalent of, at a research-intensive institution of higher learning.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities	Qualified individuals must possess peer-acknowledged expertise (knowledge, skills, and abilities) in biomaterials to warrant appointment as a tenured professor in Chemical Engineering.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities	Demonstrated success as a researcher in bioengineering.
Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands	The work environment is that of a typical office and/or classroom/lab setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment	Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following four required pieces of training; additional training may be required by the department. Required University Training: * Employee Safety Overview * Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Training * Annual Data Security Training * Annual Title IX Training Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed. Other Conditions of Employment: The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. This is not an E-Verified Position.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)	1
FLSA Status	Exempt
Appointment Term	9 months

Pay Rate/Salary
Title of Position Supervisor	Department Chair
Posting Type	Internal & External
Dependent on Funding	No
Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)	Applicants will need to upload the following documents: * Curriculum Vitae * Cover Letter * Research narrative describing accomplishments in Bioengineering * A list of 4 references to be contacted upon notice from the search committee, this will be part of the application. We strongly encourage applicants to address the required and desired qualifications in their cover letter along with an explanation of how they will contribute to the Vision and Mission of Michigan Tech.
Additional Information	Michigan Tech, ranked an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, attracts world-class faculty who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply. Located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula adjacent to Lake Superior, the Houghton community offers a small-town environment with outstanding four-season recreational opportunities Michigan Tech recognizes the importance of supporting faculty members' partners; candidates selected for on campus interviews will be invited to bring a guest. Additional details on our Partner Engagement Program can be found at https://www.mtu.edu/provost/programs/partner-engagement/. Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer, that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Conditions of Employment:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech's hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or hr-help@mtu.edu.