Assistant Professor

About the role:

The Department of Chemical Engineering is seeking new Assistant Professors (three positions) to help us transform chemical engineering research. We are open to applicants with research across all areas of chemical engineering or related disciplines. We welcome synergies with our recently launched initiatives in the Department or across Imperial (e.g. Sustainable Futures Lab, The Centre for Engineering Biology, The Sargent Centre for Process Systems Engineering, ATLAS & DigiBAT, School of Convergence Science). Our department’s current research priority areas include Net Zero, Sustainable manufacturing, Digitalisation, and Biotechnology.

You will have an established research profile with strong potential for impact. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research can influence the future of chemical engineering, aligns with emerging industry or creates translational opportunities in commercialisation. Experience of contributing to undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching would be advantageous.

You will develop and lead an original programme of research, secure external funding, and build collaborations within the Department, Imperial and the wider research community. You will be expected to develop and manage research projects, supervise and mentor research students and staff, publish in leading journals, present at international conferences, and engage with industry and other stakeholders to maximise the impact of their research.

What you would be doing:

You will be developing and leading an original programme of research in chemical engineering, addressing important scientific, engineering and societal challenges. Working independently and collaboratively across the Department, Faculty and College, you will secure external research funding, lead research projects, and build a thriving research group comprising postdoctoral researchers and postgraduate and undergraduate students.

The role includes supervising, training and mentoring research students and staff, including PhD candidates, publishing in leading international journals, presenting at major conferences, and engaging with industry, government and other stakeholders to maximise research impact.

You will contribute to teaching and assessment across our undergraduate MEng Chemical Engineering, MSc in Advanced Chemical Engineering and doctoral programmes through lectures, seminars, tutorials, coursework and supervision. This will include delivering core chemical engineering lecture content, pastoral care of students through personal tutorials and supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate research projects. In addition, you will contribute to curriculum development and the continuous enhancement of teaching, learning and assessment.

What we are looking for:

• A PhD (or equivalent) in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline
• A track record of high-quality research indicated by outstanding publications in leading peer-reviewed journals
• A developing scientific reputation in your field
• Experience in raising research funding, supervising research students and teaching students is desirable

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Grow in your career with tailored training programmes for academic staff including dedicated support with navigating your career and managing research as well as a transparent promotion process.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 43 days off a year (inclusive of public holidays) and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information:

These are full-time, open-ended posts (35 hours per week) based at our South Kensington Campus.

Please include the below with your application:

• A one-page teaching statement;
• A two-page overview of previous research achievements and research programme; and
• A three-page overview of your future vision for your group, or something similar.

Interviews:

Interviews are provisionally set for the 19^th, 22^nd and 23^rd of March 2027 and will be in-person.

Suitable candidates with an interest in energy and environmental policy can initially be hosted and based for the first 3 years at the Grantham Institute -Climate Change and Environment  before transferring to the Department. 

If you require any further details about the role, please contact:

Head of Department, Professor Jason Hallett (j.hallett@imperial.ac.uk).

Should you have any queries about the application process please contact:

Chemical Engineering Staffing (chemeng.staffing@imperial.ac.uk).

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

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About Imperial:

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Our culture:

We work towards equality of opportunity, eliminating discrimination and creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.

The Department of Chemical Engineering embraces our mission of Science for Humanity and aspires to be recognised as a global leader in chemical engineering, inspiring students and researchers and creating transformational impact on society. The Department is also committed to Imperial’s principles of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity and innovation.