Prospective Faculty — Chemical Engineering
The Department of Chemical Engineering at IIT Hyderabad welcomes applications from outstanding researchers and teachers who want to build high-impact research programs, teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and collaborate with industry and government.
Why join us?
- A young, collaborative department with strong emphasis on research and industry partnerships — enabling translational work and technology transfer.
- Competitive recruitment cycles and transparent application procedures managed through the IIT Hyderabad recruitment portal.
- Access to institute-level facilities, funding schemes, and an interdisciplinary campus ecosystem.
Preferred Research Areas
While the department evaluates all strong candidates, it is often particularly interested in faculty whose work aligns with the following broad research themes:
Reaction engineering & catalysis
Kinetics, reactor design and catalytic materials for energy and chemicals.
Process systems & modelling
Optimization, control and data-driven decision making for complex processes.
Separation processes & unit operations
Novel separation technologies and intensified process equipment.
Transport phenomena & multiphase flows
Fluid flow, heat and mass transfer in single and multiphase systems.
Advanced materials & polymers
Functional materials for energy, environment and healthcare applications.
Biochemical & biotech applications
Bioprocess engineering, biopharma, and biological soft-matter systems.
Energy, environment & sustainability
Low-carbon processes, clean fuels and environmental stewardship.
AI/ML for process systems
Machine learning, digital twins and smart manufacturing in ChE.
Other emerging areas
Strong proposals in new frontiers of chemical engineering are welcome.
Eligibility & Selection
Typical minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. with first class or equivalent B.Tech degree in Chemical Engineering with consistently good academic record throughout.
Assistant Professor
Early-career faculty role aimed at outstanding PhD graduates building an independent research programme.
- Typically under ~35 years of age.
- Around 3+ years of post-doctoral experience is normally expected.
- Strong PhD candidates with less experience may begin on a tenure-track position.
Associate Professor
For mid-career academics who have already established a visible research profile.
- Generally below ~45 years of age.
- Roughly 6+ years of total teaching / research / industrial experience after PhD.
- At least about 3 years at an Assistant Professor–equivalent level.
Professor
Senior faculty role for researchers with a strong international track record.
- Usually 10+ years of teaching / research / professional experience.
- At least about 4 years at an Associate Professor–equivalent level.
- Demonstrated leadership via sponsored projects, PhD supervision, and impactful publications.
- Preferred upper age is typically below ~55 years.
Required Documents (typically)
- Current CV with publication list
- Research statement & future research plan
- Teaching statement / experience summary
- Names and contact information of referees
- Copies of key publications and degree certificates
Contact (department)
For department-level queries about research areas or fit, email:head@che.iith.ac.in
Events for applicants
The department occasionally organises webinars and Q&A sessions where faculty present research themes and answer applicant queries.
Quick FAQ
A: Yes — international applicants are welcome.
A: CV, research statement and a couple of key publications.
A: The department faculty selection committee.