Northeastern University, US

Position Title: Chemical Engineering Professor Job Summary: The Chemical Engineering Professor is responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate-level courses in chemical engineering, conducting research in the field, and contributing to the development of the department. The professor will mentor students, contribute to academic and administrative duties, and participate in the broader academic community through publishing research, collaborating with colleagues, and engaging with industry partners. Key Responsibilities: Teaching and Instruction: Develop, prepare, and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemical engineering subjects, such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, process design, chemical reaction engineering, and transport phenomena. With experience of project-based teaching or at least very open to this type of teaching. Create and update course materials, including syllabi, lecture notes, assignments, and exams. Employ diverse teaching methods, such as lectures, labs, tutorials, and group work, to enhance student learning. Provide academic advising and mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students. Supervise student projects, capstone projects, and theses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Contribute to the continuous development of the chemical engineering curriculum. Research: Conduct independent, high-impact research in the field of chemical engineering, with an emphasis on advancing scientific knowledge and technological development. Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, and books. Pursue external funding through grants and collaborations to support research activities. Mentor graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in research projects. Collaborate with industry, government agencies, and academic institutions on research initiatives. Qualifications: Education: Eng. and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field is required. Experience: A strong record of research in chemical engineering with the ability to secure external funding. Proven teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level in a university setting. Postdoctoral research experience or industrial experience is preferred. Experience with industry partnerships, technology transfer, or applied research. Previous experience in mentoring graduate students or supervising research projects. A track record of scholarly research and publications in peer-reviewed journals. Previous experience in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage students and collaborate with colleagues. Familiarity with accreditation standards and the process of curriculum development. Expertise in laboratory management, experimental design, and analysis in chemical technology contexts. Proficiency in relevant software tools for research, data analysis, and teaching (e.g., MATLAB, Python…). Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and collaborate across academic and industry sectors. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. This role is designed for an academic who is passionate about teaching, advancing research, and contributing to the scientific and academic community in the field of chemical engineering.

About us ​​Working as part of a world-class academic team based in the Department of Forensic and Neurodevelopmental Sciences at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), the successful candidate will play a central role in the delivery of a high-profile collaborative research project funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).​ About the role Applications are invited from highly motivated and talented candidates for a position of Post-Doctoral Research Associate to work on an NIHR-funded project evaluating Care (Education) and Treatment Reviews (C(E)TRs) for people with a learning disability and autistic people (the OptiCaT project). C(E)TRs were introduced in 2015 as a key intervention in ensuring that people with a learning disability or who are autistic receive the right support in the community and do not spend too long in hospital, if they are admitted. The impact of C(E)TRs on clinical and other outcomes has not been extensively studied. The OptiCaT research programme takes a mixed methods approach. The successful applicant will have a key role in the qualitative work package which aims to understand multi-stakeholder perspectives of the C(E)TR process and how this may be improved. This will include participant recruitment through various means, data acquisition (primarily through individual semi-structured interviews), data analysis, and working with the research team and PPI co-researchers to interpret the data and disseminate findings. In addition, the successful applicant will work with the team to deliver a prospective study within NHS services that investigates the current use and impact of C(E)TRs amongst children and adults with a learning disability or who are autistic. This will include recruitment activities, liaison with study sites, and conducting baseline and follow-up participant assessments. The post-holder will be supported in these tasks by the wider research team and Clinical Studies Officers. This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered ​a fixed term​ contract until February 2028. The role will be based at the main IoPPN building at the Denmark Hill campus of KCL. Research staff at King’s are entitled to at least 10 days per year (pro-rata) for professional development. This entitlement, from the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, applies to Postdocs, Research Assistants, Research and Teaching Technicians, Teaching Fellows and AEP equivalent up to and including grade 7. Visit the Centre for Research Staff Development for more information. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria PhD in relevant area (awarded or near completion). Substantial experience of using qualitive methods and undertaking qualitative analysis. Experience of working with diverse populations and with people with intellectual disability and/or autistic people. Experience of applied clinical research in the NHS. Awareness and understanding of practical and ethical issues involved in mental health research studies. Ability to publish in peer-reviewed academic journals as evidenced by journal publications and/or conference abstracts. Willingness and ability to work flexibly, according to the needs of the project, including travelling to research sites. Motivated and self-disciplined and with excellent time-management and organizational skills. Desirable criteria ​Experience of coordinating large, multi-stranded research projects. Evidence of working successfully with Patient and Public Involvement groups through a range of activities. Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. * Please note that this is a PhD level role but candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting award of their PhDs will be considered. In these circumstances the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30 with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6. Further information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health Clearance. Interviews are due to be held on week commencing 5th January 2026. Grade and Salary: £45,031 - £52,514 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 132727 Close Date: 22-Dec-2025 Contact Person: Dr Rory Sheehan Contact Details: Rory.sheehan@kcl.ac.uk

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role An opportunity has arisen within the Client Services team for a proactive, self-motivated and highly organised individual to join our team as Senior Client Services Co-ordinator. The Client Services team are a central point in the operations of Surrey Sports Park and work closely with all other departments to facilitate student and community sport activity, member programmes, elite teams and athletes and major events. The post-holder will provide high quality communications and administrative support to the clients and the relevant teams within Surrey Sports Park. They will be expected to build effective working relationships within the teams, with colleagues and with external partners. The successful candidate will be expected to take informed operational decisions and actively identify opportunities for communications and new business. About you The successful candidate should have relevant experience in implementing administration strategies, managing external partners, working as part of or leading a team and the handling of data. In addition, the post holder will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills, along with adaptability, attention to detail, openness to change and personal motivation in all aspects of their work. If you would like to discuss this role further please contact Duncan Ross at d.ross@surrey.ac.uk The supporting statement section should set out how your qualifications, experience and training meet each of the selection criteria. Please provide one or more paragraphs addressing each criterion. The supporting statement is an essential part of the selection process and thus a failure to provide this information will mean that the application will not be considered. An answer to any of the criteria such as "Please see attached CV" will not be considered acceptable. Please note CVs cannot be accepted without a completed application form. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 7th January. Further details Job Description