Multiple Open Rank Faculty Positions – Biomanufacturing Cluster

Posting Number F00565P

Position Title Multiple Open Rank Faculty Positions – Biomanufacturing Cluster

Department Provost Office

Location Arlington

Job Family Faculty

Position Status Full-time

Rank Open-T/TT

Work Hours Standard

Open to External and Internal

FLSA Exempt

Duration Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis Monthly

Benefits Eligible Yes

Job Summary 

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is pleased to announce a cluster hiring initiative in biomanufacturing. We seek to expand our strength in developing ground-breaking research and solutions related to industrial biotechnology and biopharmaceutical manufacturing. This interdisciplinary approach combines expertise in synthetic biology, chemical biology, gene-editing and delivery technologies, cell and tissue engineering, process development engineering, manufacturing methodologies, and robotics for precision manufacturing. In line with UTA’s strategic research areas of Health and the Human Condition and Data-Driven Discovery, the goal is to make UTA and North Texas a leader in advanced biomanufacturing innovation. This requires a collaborative and multi-interdisciplinary approach involving scientists and engineers from diverse backgrounds, working together to advance capabilities and innovation in early- and advanced-stage product development, scale-up, and manufacturing processes. Individuals with research interests, including innovative approaches to production, processing, or scale-up/scale-out optimization of biofuels, biologics & pharmaceuticals, agri-tech, food-tech, viruses & vaccines, or cell-based technologies, are strongly encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate will advance learning and knowledge through research, teaching, service, and commercialization in disciplines in our College of Engineering and College of Science.

The new faculty hires will bridge disciplines across the colleges and their departments, stimulating innovative research and teaching efforts. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprising individuals with various backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We seek candidates with funded research programs who can produce research and scholarly or creative achievements that enhance the program and the discipline. A strong promise of extramural grant funding will also be considered for Assistant Professor applicants. New faculty will be expected to deliver high-quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from various backgrounds and experiences.

The appointments are expected to commence September 1, 2025, for the start of the Fall 2025 semester.

College of Engineering: Areas of priority include upstream and downstream biomanufacturing process development and biochemical engineering. We seek scholars with expertise in engineering cellular and molecular level systems relevant to industrial biotechnology; design and optimization of processes for cell growth, harvesting, separation, and purification; and development of biofabrication technologies, biofabricated materials, and scalable biomanufacturing systems. More information can be found https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/engineering.

College of Science:Areas or priority include synthetic biology, metabolic engineering, molecular biology, protein engineering, molecular genetics, microbiology, cell biology, and chemical synthesis and separation relevant to bioprocesses and biomanufacturing at scale. We seek scholars with expertise in areas relevant to industrial biotechnology, for example: optimizing microorganisms for enzyme and chemical production, developing delivery systems for RNA therapeutics, or gene editing technologies and there use in development of cell-level technologies. More information on our research strengths in the College of Science can be found at https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/science.

ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR

Job Summary

We are seeking candidates with expertise in biomanufacturing, as broadly described above, with a focus on research that includes emerging approaches to industry-relevant upstream biomanufacturing process development, downstream biomanufacturing process development, or scalable biomanufacturing plant design/development. Industry collaborations in sectors including but not limited to biotech/pharma, agri-tech, food-tech, or energy are highly encouraged.

Notables:

• The Institute of Biomanufacturing and Precision Medicine for North Texas (IMPRINT), first funded by the Texas Legislature in the 2024-25 biennium, is dedicated to making UTA a leader in advanced biomanufacturing and precision medicine innovation. IMPRINT combines biotechnology, biomanufacturing, precision medicine, health data sciences, and entrepreneurship to create a one-of-a-kind hub of innovation to enhance biomanufacturing, improve health outcomes, grow life science startups, and catalyze regional economic development in North Texas.
• Bone-Muscle Research Center https://bonemusclecenter.uta.edu/
• UTA’s North Texas Genome Center, Life Science Core Facility, and Shimadzu Centers for Advanced Analytical Chemistry and Bio-Molecular imaging provide excellent access to instrumentation, service, and support for generation and analysis of a broad range of genomics, imaging, and analytical instruments and analyses.
• Faculty members have excellent access to computational resources, including Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC), and multiple HPCs on campus, including some GPU-heavy clusters.
• University of Texas at Arlington Research Institute (UTARI) https://utari.uta.edu/
• Center for Artificial Intelligence and Big Data (CARIDA) (uta.edu)
• Division of Data Science, College of Science, The University of Texas at Arlington

Benefits at UTAWe are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:

https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

CBC RequirementIt is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe successful applicant will be committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service and will be expected to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, build and lead a team of student researchers, implement a program of externally funded research that yields top-tier publications, and contribute to professional service within UTA and the external community.

Required QualificationsMinimum requirements for this position are specific to rank but include: (1) a Ph.D. or equivalent in one of the disciplines noted above or a related discipline that aligns with a focus on biomanufacturing; (2) a strong publication record or potential in the field of expertise; (3) robust research program with existing external funding or potential for funding; and (4) commitment to quality teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Department InformationCollege of Engineering: https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/engineering

College of Science: https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/science

University InformationThe University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

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EEO Statement 

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations 

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies 5

Desired Start Date 09/01/2025

Open Date 08/26/2024

Review Start Date 10/15/2024

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants 

To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/29388 and submit the following materials:

• Full CV and cover letter summarizing their interests and qualifications for the position.
• Research statement describing past, present, and future research, including how they foster (or will foster) collaborative and interdisciplinary research environments. Please highlight current funding.
• Statement of teaching philosophy describing their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching practices will engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.
• Full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.

Review date will begin no later than October 15.

Questions may be addressed to provost@uta.edu

For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta.

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