Open Positions

The Department of Psychology in the the School of Science and Engineering at Tulane University is seeking adjunct faculty to teach in a variety of areas.

Qualifications:
PhD in psychology or equivalent doctoral degree.

Teaching experience

Apply here:
https://apply.interfolio.com/63345 

Applications are invited for a position in bio-organic chemistry at open rank.

Qualifications:
We are seeking candidates with outstanding credentials and demonstrated leadership skills. This search is part of a multi-hire initiative to enhance the Department of Chemistry at Tulane. Candidate will be able to take advantage of the close proximity of the Department of Chemistry to the Medical School, the Primate Center and engineering departments of Tulane. The candidate should also demonstrate commitment to teaching excellence.  Competitive startup funds will be provided.

Application Instructions:
Applicants must apply online through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/159078

Applicants must submit a cover letter summarizing their background, a curriculum vita with a list of publications, and a summary of their research plans (five pages maximum). Applicants should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted by people who know them well. In order to ensure full consideration, all application materials must be received by August 15, 2025. Applications from women and underrepresented minorities are strongly encouraged. Inquiries relating to the position should be directed to Prof. Nathalie Busschaert, Chair of the Search Committee, (nbusschaert@tulane.edu; 504-314-7672). 

The Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Department at Tulane University seeks outstanding candidates for an opening at the rank of Assistant Professor. Competitive applicants will demonstrate research excellence and a commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. This search is focused on candidates with a background in life science. Of particular interest are candidates whose labs utilize computational methods/tools in life sciences, with an emphasis in computational systems biology and its application in Chemical Engineering. The Department currently has 12 faculty, 40 PhD students, and approximately 100 undergraduate students. Tulane’s Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Department is research active, offering B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. 

Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Chemical Engineering or related field. 

Application Instructions:
Please submit a cover letter outlining your qualifications, vita, research plan, teaching plan and a list of three references at https://apply.interfolio.com/115141. Applications will be reviewed on a continuing basis until the position is filled. Position availability is subject to final budget approval. 

Tulane University has officially adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. All employees and visiting faculty must be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccination or obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption prior to beginning employment. 

Tulane University is located in New Orleans - a city with tremendous history of diverse cultures, community, and languages. 

Tulane University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution committed to excellence through diversity. Tulane University will not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status or classification protected by federal, state, or local law. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

The Department of Computer Science at Tulane University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2025. We welcome and encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.

Our friendly and collaborative department currently has 13 tenure-track/tenured faculty and 4 Professors of Practice with a commitment to grow over the next few years. In our research and teaching, we take pride in our equal focus on both computer science and its interdisciplinary applications.

The department is looking to expand its expertise in computer systems and programming languages. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, operating systems, distributed systems, programming languages and compilers, blockchain, database, and software engineering. Outstanding candidates from other areas will be considered as well. The candidate should demonstrate a strong potential to engage in high quality research and teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

Qualifications:
PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field; teaching experience preferred. 

Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin January 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

A complete application should include a CV, statements on research, teaching, and diversity, and at least three letters of recommendation.

For a full description of this position and to apply, please visit https://apply.interfolio.com/159860.

The Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Department at Tulane University seeks outstanding candidates for an open rank position. Exceptional candidates at the Associate or Full Professor level may be considered for the Catherine and Henry Boh Professorship in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. Competitive applicants will demonstrate internationally recognized research excellence and a commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. This search is focused on candidates with a background in life science, although strong applicants in all areas will be considered. The Department currently has 12 faculty, 40 PhD students, and approximately 100 undergraduate students. Tulane’s Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Department is research active, offering B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. 

Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Chemical Engineering or related field. 

Application Instructions:
Please submit a cover letter outlining your qualifications, vita, research plan, teaching plan, and a list of three references at https://apply.interfolio.com/115132. Applications will be reviewed on a continuing basis until the position is filled. Position availability is subject to final budget approval. 

Tulane University has officially adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. All employees and visiting faculty must be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccination or obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption prior to beginning employment. 

Tulane University is located in New Orleans - a city with tremendous history of diverse cultures, community, and languages. 

Tulane University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution committed to excellence through diversity. Tulane University will not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status or classification protected by federal, state, or local law. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

The Tulane University School of Science and Engineering has retained Isaacson, Miller to assist in the search for the John and Elsie Martinez Endowed Chair in Biomedical Engineering. Elizabeth Weithman and Jackie Mildner are leading this search. More information to follow.

A postdoctoral research scientist is sought for projects into small molecule activation in the McSkimming lab. A successful applicant will have outstanding skills in both synthetic organic and inorganic chemistry and the associated characterization techniques. Expertise in glovebox and Schlenk techniques is required. Experience in performing and interpreting ab initio quantum mechanical calculations is desirable. Proficiency in speaking and in listening comprehension of English is essential for consideration.

The position will be met with compensation that is commensurate to experience. Health insurance benefits are included. The position is a one-year appointment that may be renewed subject to mutual agreement. The position is available immediately and will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified. 

Interested candidates should send a complete and current CV and one-page research summary to Alex McSkimming (amcskimming@tulane.edu). 

Applications are invited for a tenure track position at the assistant professor level in sustainable chemistry, broadly defined. 

Qualifications:
Candidates with proposed research in renewable energy and in the development of materials that more efficiently store, transfer and use energy are particularly encouraged. We are seeking candidates with outstanding research credentials who will complement existing research strengths and demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence.  Competitive startup funds will be provided.
 

Application Instructions:
Applicants must apply online through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/159083

Applicants must submit a cover letter summarizing their background, a curriculum vita with a list of publications, and a summary of their research plans (five pages maximum).  Applicants should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted by people who know them well. In order to ensure full consideration, all application materials must be received by August 15, 2025. Applications from women and underrepresented minorities are strongly encouraged. Inquiries relating to the position should be directed to Prof. Igor Rubtsov, Chair of the department, (irubtsov@tulane.edu; 504-862-8943).

The Department of Computer Science at Tulane University invites distinguished applicants for the Mark D. Wheeler Endowed Chair in Artificial Intelligence. Our collaborative department boasts globally recognized faculty in machine learning, computer vision, natural language processing, and data science. In addition to significant support from NSF, NIH, and DoD, AI research at Tulane is further enriched by interdisciplinary centers and institutes that foster innovation across the university, including collaborations with the Schools of Medicine and Public Health. For more information, please visit our department website.

We seek a senior scholar conducting pioneering, interdisciplinary research in artificial intelligence and its applications. This pivotal role calls for an established leader who will enhance existing research collaborations and forge new ones across the university. The ideal candidate will have exceptional international research credentials in artificial intelligence, a strong track record of securing substantial research funding, and experience leading multidisciplinary research initiatives. Excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels is essential, as is a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.

Tulane University is a private Carnegie-R1 university and a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU).  Data-intensive discovery lies at the heart of research and education at Tulane and is fueled by Tulane’s new Connolly Alexander Institute for Data Science, the Jurist Center for Artificial Intelligence, and the Center for Community-Engaged Artificial Intelligence. Tulane resides in historic New Orleans, Louisiana, one of America’s most culturally vibrant cities.

Qualifications:
PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field.

Tenured position as a senior associate or full professor.

Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin January 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

A complete application should include a CV, statements on research, teaching, and diversity, and at least three letters of recommendation.

For a full description of this position and to apply, please visit https://apply.interfolio.com/133007.