Two job postings from The University of Akron

The School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering (SPSPE) at The University of Akron (UA) seeks to fill two tenure-track faculty positions at the assistant professor rank beginning in Fall 2023.  

Position 1: Sustainable Manufacturing (Job ID: 13854)
The ideal candidate would develop an internationally recognized research program in the sustainable manufacturing of polymeric materials.  Examples of specific areas of interest include, but are not limited to, carbon-neutral processing methods, life-cycle assessment, data analytics, chemical modifications, in-situ characterization during manufacturing, and innovative manufacturing methods related to polymeric materials.

Position 2: Rheology (Job ID 13855)
The ideal candidates have research expertise and interests in experimental and/or computational rheology of polymers and complex fluids, polymer processing including additive manufacturing, and/or mechanics of soft matter.

The University of Akron has a world-class history of excellence in polymer science and polymer engineering, dating back to 1909. The region is home to over 2400 polymer-focused companies and cultivating these relationships is viewed favorably. For consideration, applicants must complete an on-line application at Careers (uakron.edu) and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, description of research plans (not to exceed 10 pages), contact information of at least 3 professional references, teaching statement, and a statement on diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants should have earned PhD degree, a record of research accomplishment as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and/or patents, demonstrated ability to teach and mentor graduate and undergraduate students, and ability to contribute to UA’s mission on diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

REVIEW OF APPLICANTS WILL BEGIN ON DECEMBER 5, 2022