Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Bioengineering: Biomaterials

About the role

Department: Knight Campus Department of Bioengineering. Rank: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Open Rank). Annual Basis: 9 Month. Application Deadline: October 31, 2026; position open until filled.

The Department of Bioengineering is the largest academic unit within the Knight Campus. The Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is a bold initiative designed to accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into innovations that improve lives in Oregon, the nation, and beyond. Building on the University of Oregon's tradition of interdisciplinary collaboration, the Knight Campus advances research partnerships, industry engagement, and experiential training for the next generation of scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs. Faculty expertise spans regenerative medicine, human performance, biofunctional materials, medical devices and biosensors, neural engineering, and synthetic biology. With the opening of its second research facility, the Knight Campus has doubled its capacity for biomedical research and technology development, expanded space for academic programs and startup incubation, and launched a state‑of‑the‑art BioFoundry. Together, the two facilities provide more than 360,000 square feet dedicated to research, education, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

To receive full consideration, applicants must submit a complete application including:

• A letter of interest that briefly expresses the candidate’s enthusiasm for the role and highlights their track record in growing and strengthening community through collaborative efforts and coalition‑building (including a Google Scholar link).
• CV outlining work history and professional qualifications relevant to this position.
• Statement of current and future research interests and plans.
• Statement describing experience with inclusive teaching and mentoring practices that promote students’ success.
• Names and contact information for three professional references.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Engineering, Biology, Human Physiology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Materials Science, or a related discipline from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Evidence of successful mentoring of trainees at any level (e.g., undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, postdoctoral, peers).
• Record of research excellence appropriate to career stage in bioengineering materials, polymers, biomaterials, regenerative medicine, medical devices, tissue engineering, or related areas, as evidenced by peer‑reviewed publications and extramural funding.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, as evidenced through research, teaching, mentoring, or service.

Qualifications

• A nationally recognized track record of scientific achievement as evidenced by an outstanding publication