Joanne Beckwith Maddock

Joanne Beckwith Maddock is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU). She holds a B.S. from the University of Toledo (2013), M.S.E. and Ph.D. from the University of Michigan (2017 and 2021), with a certificate in Engineering Education Research. Her research focuses on undergraduate engineering education, particularly aligning chemical engineering curricula with industrial workforce needs and enhancing laboratory courses through safety, statistics, and design modules. She actively engages in K-12 outreach, rural community initiatives, and previously led REACT (Research Experiences and Activities for Classroom Teachers).

Education:

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan (2021)
• M.S.E. in Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan (2017)
• B.S. in Chemical Engineering, University of Toledo (2013)

Research Interests: Beckwith’s work emphasizes sustainable workforce development, curricular innovation, and laboratory pedagogy. She investigates how engineering education can better prepare students for industrial roles and improve accessibility through outreach programs. Her efforts include developing safety-focused lab modules and bridging gaps between academic training and industry expectations.

Grants & Advising: While specific grants or advisee details are not listed, her leadership in REACT and outreach initiatives reflects her commitment to educational collaboration and mentorship.

Labs/Teams: Active in CMU’s Chemical Engineering education initiatives, though no specific lab names are mentioned.