The Grainger College of Engineering: Research Assistant Professor - Department of Bioengineering

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Research Assistant Professor in Cancer Engineering

Department of Bioengineering

The Grainger College of Engineering

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The Department of Bioengineering in the Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a full-time Research Assistant Professor in cancer engineering. The successful candidate will join a research group that is focused on using engineering methods to make cancer models and measuring them using novel forms of imaging. Projects in the group include those supported by The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), National Science Foundation (NSF), and National Institutes of Health (NIH).

The successful candidate will carry out responsibilities related to research and public service. As part of the larger research group, they will carry out research and educational administration to support the entire team. They will be expected to also establish and maintain an active and independent research program. Research track faculty in the Department of Bioengineering are expected to provide professional leadership within the department, other campus units, and the professional community.

There is a strong track record of support for this research group from NSF, NIH and ARPA-H at Illinois, and we are seeking applications from individuals who are eager to engage with this collaborative community. Significant funding has resulted in a demand for dedicated scientific leadership, and the individual in this role will provide leadership, project management, supervision of personnel, and sustained growth of the research enterprise which provide outstanding opportunities related to this research. This role is critical to the successful execution and long-term sustainability of funded research activities.

This position joins a department that is experiencing a period of programmatic growth, including significant increases in course offerings and student numbers in both graduate and undergraduate programs. With the completion of new facilities and strong partnerships with Carle Illinois College of Medicine and the Cancer Center at Illinois, there are numerous opportunities to impact valuable research.

A doctoral degree in Bioengineering, Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering or a related field is required at the start date. The budgeted salary range for the position is $80,000 to $95,000, for a 9-month service basis paid over 12 months. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. This position is eligible for work authorization sponsorship.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by November 3, 2026. Applications may be reviewed as they are received. Those submitted after the stated deadline may still be considered until the position is filled. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date. A start date is expected as soon as possible after the close date; however, this is negotiable.

To apply for this position, please create a candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu. The application package should include the following materials uploaded as a single PDF file in the “Resume/CV” section: 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) research statement, 4) service statement, and 5) names and contact information for three professional references (no letters required at this time). The research and service statements offer a chance to share your motivation, approach, experience, leadership, impact, and vision in each area, including how you would support the university’s land-grant mission (https://boldly.illinois.edu/), through campus, community, or professional engagement. For further information regarding application procedures, please address questions to Kathy Atwood at kbuss@illinois.edu.

Founded in 1867 as Illinois’s flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes. The university’s legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career — along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

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Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

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Requisition ID: 1038368 Job Category: Faculty Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu