Assistant / Associate / Full Professor - Chemical Engineering

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals

  • Dhahran, Ash Sharqiyah
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
The Department of Chemical Engineering at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) invites applications for faculty positions at all ranks (Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor), with a particular emphasis on early-career researchers who are pursuing impactful research in emerging and strategic areas of chemical engineering.We seek outstanding candidates in innovative and interdisciplinary research areas that align with the Research, Development, and Innovation Authority (RDIA) priorities under Saudi Vision 2030, particularly: * Sustainable Energy and Carbon Management (e.g., hydrogen production, carbon capture, utilization and storage [CCUS], energy efficiency)
  • Advanced Materials and Chemical Manufacturing (e.g., polymers, nanomaterials, catalysis)
  • Environmental Technologies (e.g., water treatment, waste valorization, green processing)
  • Industrial Process Optimization, Automation, and Safety (e.g., process intensification, AI in chemical engineering, smart manufacturing)
The Chemical Engineering Department at KFUPM is a leading academic unit in the region with a strong tradition of research excellence, industry collaboration, and impactful teaching. Faculty members have access to state-of-the-art facilities and benefit from interdisciplinary research centers at KFUPM.
Job ResponsibilityCandidates will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate course, advising and mentoring of students, supervision of MS and PhD thesis / dissertation and develop funded research program appropriate to his field of specialization. The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to quality education and student interaction.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Two-year renewable contract.
  • Competitive tax-free salaries based on qualifications and experience.
  • Free furnished air-conditioned on-campus housing unit with free essential utilities and maintenance.
  • Air ticket/s to Dammam upon appointment; annual repatriation air ticket/s for up to four persons.
  • Contribution towards local tuition fees for school-age dependent children; local transportation allowance.
  • Two months' paid summer leave.
  • Medical insurance.
  • End-of-service gratuity after two (2) years of continuous service.
  • The KFUPM campus has a range of facilities including a medical and dental clinic, health club with swimming pool, an extensive library, computing, research and teaching laboratory facilities, a recreation center and a private beach
QualificationsApplicants must have: * A Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
  • A strong research record and potential for high-impact publications.
  • A commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • Industrial experience and interdisciplinary research background are considered a plus.
Special Instructions to Applicants1. Applications are invited for faculty positions at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.2. Applicants must be fluent in English as it is the medium of instruction in the University.

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