CSU Long Beach Seeks Chemical Engineering Faculty

Department aims to recruit diverse pool of candidates with inclusive teaching experience

Mar. 22, 2026 at 1:51pm

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The Department of Chemical Engineering at California State University, Long Beach is currently accepting applications for faculty positions. Applicants must hold a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field to teach undergraduate courses, and a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering is required for graduate-level teaching. The university is seeking candidates with demonstrated potential for effective teaching and a commitment to educating a diverse student population.

Why it matters

The emphasis on diversity and inclusive teaching practices suggests a proactive effort by CSU Long Beach to broaden participation in the field of chemical engineering and address systemic inequities in STEM education. This aligns with the university's mission to serve the diverse population of California.

The details

The position involves teaching a range of Chemical Engineering courses, including Energy and Mass Balance, Computer Methods, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat & Mass Transfer, Separation Processes, Process Control, Plant Design, Environmental Engineering, Safety Engineering, and Reaction Engineering. The department explicitly welcomes and encourages diversity, seeking to recruit and retain a diverse workforce.

  • The recruitment number 1025 is ongoing as of March 22, 2026.

The players

Dr. Roger Lo

Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering at California State University, Long Beach.

California State University, Long Beach

A public university located in Long Beach, California, known for its diverse student population and commitment to inclusive education.

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What they’re saying

“The emphasis on diversity and inclusive teaching practices suggests a proactive effort to broaden participation in the field of chemical engineering and address systemic inequities in STEM education.”

— Samantha Carter, Editor-in-Chief, Newsy-Today.com

What’s next

The university will review applications and invite finalists to provide a signed SC-1 form and an original transcript.

The takeaway

CSU Long Beach's commitment to diversity and inclusive teaching practices in its chemical engineering faculty search demonstrates the university's dedication to creating a more equitable and representative STEM workforce that can effectively serve the diverse population of California.