Asst. Professor - Chemical Engineering jobs in Los Angeles, CA

The Mork Family Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science (http://chems.usc.edu) at the USC Viterbi School of Engineering (http://viterbi.usc.edu) seeks candidates for part-time faculty positions to teach courses in its chemical engineering program. Competitive candidates will have the training and experience necessary to teach effectively in a highly-ranked chemical engineering department that advances undergraduate students through an accredited BS degree program and graduate students enrolled in MS and PhD programs. Relevant industry experience is valued for teaching.

This is a position with a strong teaching focus; all candidates are expected to have a proven commitment to teaching. Qualified candidates should have a doctoral degree in chemical engineering or related field (or comparable industry experience) by the date of appointment.

This is a part-time appointment effective Spring 2024, starting January 1, 2024.  Applications should include a cover letter and curriculum vitae.  Applicants are encouraged to include a succinct statement on fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion. The USC Viterbi School of Engineering is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and welcomes applications from women; individuals from racial/ethnic populations underrepresented in engineering; veterans; and individuals with disabilities. Applications should be received by December 15, 2023. Later applications might not be considered but may be considered to the extent possible.

The starting salary range for this position is $3,476 - $3,650 per unit.  When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope of responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.  

The USC Viterbi School of Engineering is committed to enabling the success of dual career families and fosters a family-friendly environment.  USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.

Required Documents for Submission

• CV
• Cover letter

Additional Documents Allowed (Requested) for Submission

• Succinct statement on fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion.