Opening: Tenure-track position in electron microscopy/characterization

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The Department of Materials Science and Engineering (https://mse.osu.edu/) and the Center for Electron Microscopy and Analysis (CEMAS, https://cemas.osu.edu/) at The Ohio State University invite applications for a regular tenure-track faculty appointment in the area of electron microscopy.

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One of the largest, leading materials programs in the country, the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The Ohio State University aims to transform how materials are synthesized, developed, processed, characterized and joined. We translate this innovation into educational experiences that expose students to state-of-the-art experimental and computational techniques, delivering the required preparation and skills to be leaders in the materials industry and academia. The department is ranked 12th amongst all departments nationally and is ranked 7th amongst public universities (based on USN&WR 2021), and is internationally recognized in the areas of materials characterization, materials modeling, welding/joining, and corrosion science.

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  • enable and amplify the academic, technological, and societal impact of our research and development
  • produce undergraduates who are strong ambassadors for the department by demonstrating the technical fluency necessary to excel in professional environments and engage in lifelong learning
  • increase diversity in the graduate student body, in part through cooperative recruitment, support, and retention activities with Ohio State (WSE, AGEP) and national resources (such as NSF AGEP supplements)
  • foster a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive learning environment that supports the creation and dissemination of knowledge to the broader (global) community

Position Overview

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Classroom at Ohio State's Center for Electron Microscopy and Analysis (CEMAS)

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering (https://mse.osu.edu/) and the Center for Electron Microscopy and Analysis (CEMAS, https://cemas.osu.edu/) at The Ohio State University invite applications for a regular tenure-track faculty appointment in the area of electron microscopy. Appointment is anticipated at the rank of Assistant or Associate

Professor and tenure will be possible based on experience and accomplishment. Ohio State has a long tradition in electron microscopy research and expertise. With >$39M of state-of-the-art instruments housed within a custom designed environment CEMAS is widely recognized as one of the premier electron microscopy facilities in the world. The successful applicant will be expected to deepen and complement existing MSE departmental strengths in materials characterization and computational materials science, to develop and sustain active sponsored research programs, to develop and deliver compelling core undergraduate and/or graduate courses, to support and enhance the reputation of CEMAS. and be an active participant in the international electron microscopy and materials science communities. Research leadership is expected, including the ability to attract significant federal funding and industrial partnerships to sustain a vibrant research program. Candidates with interests in cryogenic electron microscopy for materials science applications are of particular interest, but all specializations within the field of electron microscopy will be considered.

Required Qualifications

Doctoral degree in materials science and engineering, or in a closely related field.

Desired Qualifications

Be committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in all areas of scholarship, instruction, and outreach,

Have experience working cooperatively and collegially to advance research and/or teaching programs with greatest efficiency and highest impact.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit an application in Academic Jobs Online (https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/19076). Please include a cover letter, curriculum vita, diversity statement (describe experiences, current interests or activities, and/or future goals that promote a climate that values diversity and inclusion in one or more of the areas of scholarship, instruction and outreach), statements of teaching and/or research interests, and names and contact information of five references commensurate with the rank sought.

The Ohio State University is committed to establishing a culturally and intellectually diverse environment, encouraging all members of our learning community to reach their full potential. We are responsive to dual-career families and strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. We are an NSF ADVANCE Institution, a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC), and have an excellent partner in The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other bases under the law.

Application deadline: 20th September, 2021

Points of Pride

Include when applying

  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Teaching statement
  • Diversity Statement
  • Reference letter