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Consortium of Higher Education Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgende

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor positions- Biomanufacturing

Consortium of Higher Education Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgende, Manhattan, Kansas, United States, 66506


Assistant/Associate/Full Professor positions- Biomanufacturing

About This Role:Kansas State University (K-State) is hiring up to twelve new faculty members at all ranks and in multiple disciplines to enhance our research and instruction strengths that support the growing biomanufacturing industry in the region through innovation and workforce development.These faculty will bring innovative research and learning that complements our established reputation in agriculture, biosciences, biosecurity, engineering, and veterinary medicine. As an example of this strength, K-State is leading an NSF Engines Development Award for “Advancing biosecurity, biodefense, and biomanufacturing technologies” and is a member of the Kansas City Inclusive Biologics and Biomanufacturing Tech Hub recently designated by the EDA.Potential research areas of interest include, but are not limited to, biomaterials development, biomanufacturing processes and systems, bioprocessing, artificial intelligence and machine learning for biomanufacturing, synthetic biology in microbes/plants, synthetic microbial communities, and vector-borne diseases.The initiative invites hired faculty members to identify primary and secondary, if appropriate, departments/programs of interest for affiliation.What You'll Need to Succeed:We aim to hire faculty at all levels in biomanufacturing. We seek individuals who have or have the potential to develop a strong record of scholarship, leadership, curricular innovation, entrepreneurship, and an excellent funding record. In addition, the applicants should have demonstrated excellence in teaching and research. Candidates should consider key opportunities for synergy within Kansas State University and the biomanufacturing industry.Minimum Qualifications:Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degreeRecord of research in a biomanufacturing areaRecord of research experience and qualifications as indicated via publications or other outcomesDemonstrated research funding historyTeaching experience and demonstration of teaching qualityOther Requirements:• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.How to Apply:Please submit the following documents:Statement of research interestsStatement of teaching interestsScreening of Applications Begins:Immediately and continues until positions are filled.Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:Salary commensurate with experience and consistent with the position sought.Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

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