Instructor or Professor in Biomanufacturing & Biotechnology - SIGNING BONUS up to $5,000 - Open Pool

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: 10 months ago
Location: Denver, COLORADO
Deadline: 30 Jun 2023

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Working Title Instructor or Professor in Biomanufacturing & Biotechnology - SIGNING BONUS up to $5,000 - Open Pool
Position Location Denver, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number 202300031F
Proposed Annual Salary Range $80,000-$120,000 commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week
Description of Work Unit
A signing bonus of up to $5,000 may be considered for successful candidate.
THE DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERING at Colorado State University offers a curriculum based in math, science and engineering to give our graduates a well-rounded education with a depth of knowledge that prepares them for the many different engineering opportunities available on graduation. Our graduates go on to work in biotechnology, biomedical, microelectronics, environmental consulting, petroleum, chemical, food, pharmaceutical and other private sector industries and with government agencies.
The mission of the Department is “to educate future leaders in chemical and biological engineering who effectively combine their broad knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology with their engineering analysis and design skills for the creative solution of problems in chemical and biological technology and for the synthesis of innovative processes and products."
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
Tenure/Tenure Track?
% Research 0
% Teaching 75
% Service 25
% Administration 0
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 06/30/2023
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date 04/03/2023
Position End Date
Position Summary
The individual in this position will report to the Department Head of the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBE) in the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering (WSCOE) and support the educational mission of the CBE Department in providing high-quality instruction, outreach, and support of a teaching laboratory for the Professional Science Master’s (PSM) degree in Biomanufacturing and Biotechnology.
They will be appointed in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering and will provide leadership in curriculum development and delivery. This will include teaching face-to-face and online courses in the Biomanufacturing and Biotechnology degree program, as well as complementary short courses and workshops, at the CSU Spur Campus in Denver. In addition, they will also recruit students into the PSM degree program, liaise with local and regionally influential industrial partners, help students identify internship opportunities, and perform educational outreach to the general public, in cooperation with education and outreach staff at the CSU Spur campus. Since the PSM degree in Biomanufacturing and Biotechnology is designed to attract working professionals, and since some outreach activities are designed for engaging the general public, some teaching and outreach will be performed on evenings and weekends.
The individual selected for this position will be assigned one of six non-tenure track faculty titles based on education and experience.
  • A selected individual who has a Bachelors or M.S. will have the title of Instructor, Senior Instructor, or Master Instructor, based on years of experience:
    • Less than 5 years of experience = Instructor
    • More than 5 years of experience = Senior Instructor
    • More than 10 years of experience = Master Instructor

  • A selected individual who has a PhD will have the title of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, based on years of experience:
    • Less than 5 years of experience = Assistant Professor
    • More than 5 years of experience = Associate Professor
    • More than 10 years of experience = [Full]Professor

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date of April 3, 2023. The department will not sponsor a visa for this position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE JOB INCLUDE:
Teaching – 75% of the time
  • Teach required laboratory courses in the PSM in Biomanufacturing and Biotechnology program, specifically CBE 505A (Biochemical Engineering Laboratory) and CBE 505B (Bioseparations Laboratory).
  • Teaching may also include additional existing or new courses in the PSM program (e.g., CBE 504-Fundamentals of Biochemical Engineering, CBE 522-Bioseparations), and offering these courses in formats and schedules that enable working professionals to engage in the coursework.
  • Teaching also broadly includes maintaining the teaching laboratory and contributions to curriculum development.


Service and Outreach – 25% of the time
  • Participate in standing CBE committees, and/or other department ad hoc committees;
  • Cultivate relationships with local and regional employers.
  • Coordinate with education and outreach staff at the Spur campus to recruit students to the PSM program and to conduct outreach to the general public.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
  • Bachelors in Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field, AND 10 years of relevant experience
    OR
  • MS in Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field;
  • Fundamental knowledge of modern biomanufacturing technology, including:
    • enzyme kinetics,
    • fermentation,
    • cell culture,
    • bioprocess design,
    • bioprocess control,
    • bioseparations, and
    • protein purification.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • PhD in chemical engineering or a closely related field;
  • Five or more years of laboratory instruction experience;
  • Non-academic experience in bioprocess engineering/biomanufacturing.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume or CV, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Statement of Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
In alignment with the CSU principles of community (https://diversity.colostate.edu/resources/principles-of-community/ ), all candidates are required to submit a one-page personal statement on their contributions to diversity and inclusion, regardless of personal characteristics. The purpose of the statement is to identify candidates who have the professional skills, experience, and/or willingness to engage in activities that will advance institutional diversity and equity goals.
If applicable, applicants may submit Class or Student Evaluations, and sample syllabi (optional).
To ensure full consideration, applicants should be received by 11:59 pm (MT) on February 19, 2023.
The desired start date is April 3, 2023. This pool posting will remain open until hired and/or is valid through June 30, 2023, whichever comes first. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.
To see the full position announcement and to apply, visit here: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/120382
CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement
Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.
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