Open Rank Faculty Search in Materials Science and Engineering
Join the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as a tenure-track faculty member in computational, theoretical, or data-driven materials science.
Best for:Best for researchers and academics specializing in computational, theoretical, or data-driven materials science with a strong publication and teaching record.
Overview
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for multiple full-time, tenure-track faculty positions across assistant, associate, or full professor ranks. The search focuses on data-driven, theoretical, and computational materials science, with specific emphases on either soft materials or hard materials. Successful candidates will establish independent research programs, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and engage in departmental and professional service. The department offers access to world-class facilities, competitive salaries, and comprehensive faculty benefits.
What you'll do
- Establish and maintain an active, independent, and externally funded research program in materials science.
- Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses effectively within the department.
- Mentor and advise graduate and undergraduate student researchers.
- Contribute to department, university, and professional service activities.
- Collaborate with colleagues across interdisciplinary research centers and laboratories.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD or equivalent doctorate in materials science or a closely related field
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Evidence of strong scholarly output commensurate with career rank
- Demonstrated expertise in computational, theoretical, or data-driven materials science
- Strong track record or potential for high-impact scholarly research and publications
- Ability to deliver effective instruction at both undergraduate and graduate levels
- Potential to secure external research funding
- Applicants must hold an earned doctorate at the time of appointment
- Eligible for work authorization sponsorship
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-02 · open until filled
Create a candidate profile through the online application portal and submit all required documents as a single PDF file in the Resume/CV section. Ensure your complete application package is uploaded by the review deadline for full consideration.
- Cover letter
- CV
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Service statement
- 3 professional references contact information
Contact
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