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Temporary Researchers (Specialist Series) for Chemical Engineering

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Position description

The Chemical Engineering Department invites applications for temporary specialist positions (in the assistant and associate ranks) to collaborate with faculty in the area of Chemical Engineering, which includes but not limited to Materials and Interfaces, Bioengineering, Energy, Efficiency & Sustainability and Modeling, Theory & Simulation. Appointments in the Specialist Series will generally be for a variable amount of time, up to one year, with the possibility of limited reappointments on an annual basis in accordance with applicable personnel policies and availability of funding.

Appointees at the Assistant level enable research as part of a team and may provide some independent input into the planning and execution of the research. Appointees at the Associate level normally provide considerable independent input into the planning and execution of the research, have a record of academic accomplishments, including contributions to published research in the field, and a demonstrated record of University and/or public service.

Basic Qualifications: a master’s degree (or equivalent degree) or have five years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization.

Additional Qualifications: Appointees should possess a master’s degree (or equivalent degree) or have five to ten years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization for Associate Rank.

Desirable qualifications include demonstrating expertise in the field of Chemical Engineering and have an outstanding research record.

Appointment salary and benefits will depend on the job/position and the academic background and experience.

Please submit your application to UC Recruit: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF01189

You must include the following:
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Statement of Research
Names of 2-5 References (contact information only)

Apply by April 20th, 2018 for primary consideration; however, applications will be kept active for consideration within the department until October 31, 2018. Screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department. Applicants must resubmit a new application each year beginning November 1st to retain eligibility.

The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, and service.

Please note: This pooled recruitment does not guarantee that an open position exists at the time you are applying. See the “Next Review Date” specified in UC Recruit to learn whether the department is currently reviewing applications for an upcoming opening. If there is no future review date specified, your application may not be considered at this time.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research

Reference requirements
  • 2-5 required (contact information only)

Job location

Santa Barbara, CA