Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty

Duties

The successful candidate will lead a high-impact research program dedicated to solving fundamental challenges in human health and biotechnology. Duties will include teaching, research, and service. We are particularly interested in candidates specializing in the following areas:

• Tissue Engineering
• Disease Models
• Stem Cell Research
• Diagnostics Tools and Devices
• Frontiers in Bioengineering such as Space Bioengineering and Biocomputing

Qualifications

The Department seeks to attract, develop, and retain exceptional faculty members with strong records of achievement and significant future potential. The search is primarily aimed at the associate or full professor level. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in an engineering or related discipline with a robust research portfolio at the intersection of engineering and biology. Successful candidates will demonstrate the potential to achieve an internationally distinguished record of scholarship, establish a diverse, externally funded research program, excel in undergraduate and graduate education, and actively contribute to their research community.

Application Instructions

Applicants are invited to provide any or all of the following: cover letter, curriculum vitae, comprehensive research plan, statement of teaching philosophy and interests, contact information for three professional references, and statement regarding potential engagement with and commitment to the mission of the University of Notre Dame. All materials should be submitted to the application website.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.

Background Check

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.