Professor

Tenure faculty (regardless of rank) \- persons with the titles of professor, associate professor, assistant professor and instructor who serve on appointments totaling 50% or more service to the university and who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with the workload guidelines laid out in the pattern of administration of each faculty member’s tenure initiation unit (TIU) and, as appropriate, regional campus; obligations will include research, service and/or teaching or clinical practice. These faculty will have earned doctorate or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study or possession of equivalent experience.

Professor

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Collegeof Engineering

Position Overview

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (htts://ece.osu.edu) at The Ohio State University invites applications for a tenured Professor in sensor systems. The research area is broadly defined to apply to different areas including, but not limited to RF, mmWave, sub\-mmWave systems, electro\-optical systems, sensor signal processing, and others. Successful applicants are expected to establish synergistic intellectual bridges between multiple groups such as ElectroScience Lab, Solid State, Circuits, Power and Energy, Signals and Systems, Networking, and Control. The research area must complement the current research portfolio. This position will start as early as Autumn 2026 Semester.

The position is open to applicants who may require sponsorship for a visa or other work authorization.

Performance Objectives

• Contribute to research activities in the Electrical and Computer Engineering program and develop and maintain a nationally and internationally recognized externally funded research program in their technical fields.
• Teach and mentor students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and supervise students and postdoctoral research.
• Participate in service to the university and the international research community.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required:

• A Ph.D. in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. Ph.D.
• Evidence of demonstrated efforts in research, teaching, and/or outreach and engagement that reflect Ohio State’s Shared Values.
• Evidence of the ability to attract and mentor graduate students.
• Evidence of the ability to teach and supervise undergraduate students in a welcoming and supportive manner.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with desire and ability to work constructively, decisively, and collegially with external and internal colleagues.

Desired:

• Experience with interdisciplinary research and education.
• Experience with engagement with industrial or government partners for external funding.
• Strong record of an externally funded and productive research program.
• A demonstrated track record of leadership and collaboration in an academic environment.
• Experience and training in mentoring and teaching skills.
• Embrace development of open\-minded exploration among learners
• A familiarity working with campus administrators and leaders
• Potential to be a conscientious university community member

Additional Information

The final offer for this position will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Salary and start\-up packages are negotiated by the department chair and may vary depending on individual circumstances.

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package

How to Apply

Please be aware that you will not be able to edit your application after you submit it (this includes application materials).

Please include all and only the following required application materials in the Application Documents section, found in the My Experience step (Step 2 of the application process):

• Attachment 1: Cover Letter: 1\-2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.
• Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae)/Resume (do not include pictures in your CV/resume): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.
• Attachment 3: Teaching and Mentoring Statement. Write 1\-2 pages, single spaced narrative that includes:
• A personal vision for teaching and learning.
• A description of teaching strategies or approaches for which you received training or have implemented.
• Justification for those strategies, focusing on evidence\-based practice, highlighting how to achieve an effective learning environment for all students regardless of their backgrounds, expectations, and needs.
• Your mentoring philosophy
• Describe previous mentoring training and/or experience
• State mentoring skills you consider fundamental, including those necessary to effectively mentor students from any cultural background.
• Attachment 4: Research Statement. Write 1\-2 pages, single spaced narrative that includes:
• Your research questions and their importance; how your research contributes to your field
• Research plan and future research directions
• Identify potential collaborations and funding sources
• Broader impacts of your research (the potential to benefit society and contribute to the achievement of specific, desired societal outcomes)
• Plan for student engagement in your research program.
• Attachment 5: Leadership Statement. A statement of your approaches, experiences, and plans for leadership.

Please do not include a list of references with your application. We will request this information when we need it.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Eylem Ekici at ekici.2@osu.edu .

Application review:

Review of applications will begin on April 8, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Department Information

Electrical and Computer Engineering:

Consistently ranked among the best in the nation, the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) provides superior training for students and groundbreaking research at the frontier of high technology in all areas of electrical and computer engineering. ECE faculty, researchers and students engineer solutions to problems in diverse fields, from bio\- to nanotechnology, from energy to mobility, from health sciences to communication, and beyond. The Ohio State University has the top ranked ECE department among Ohio universities, according to U.S. News and World Report. The faculty body of the department consists in fifty tenure \-track faculty, six research\-track faculty and five clinical faculty, and sports thirty IEEE Fellows and one National Academy of Engineering member. The department’s faculty and researchers are active in the areas of analog and RF electronic circuits, communication and signal processing, computer and digital systems, computer vision and image processing, control systems, machin e learning, electromagnetics, remote sensing, microwaves, optics and photonics, nanotechnology and electronic materials, robotics, intelligent transportation, networking, sustainable energy, and power systems. In fiscal year 2020, this research was supported by $20\.9 million in externally sponsored funding. Along with other state \-of\-the\-art facilities on campus, the ECE department is home to thirty\-plus research centers and laboratories, including: ElectroScience Laboratory, Artificial Intelligence Institute for Future Edge Networks and Distributed Intelligence, High Voltage and Power Electronics Laboratory, Center for High Performance Power Electronics, Center for Enabling Cyber Defense in Analog and Mixed Signal Domain, Circuits Laboratory for Advanced Sensors and Systems, Crash Imminent Safety University Transportation Center, Information Processing Systems Laboratory, Solid State Electronics and Photonics Laboratory, and the Micro \- Electronics Security Training Center.

The College of Engineering

Faculty Development: The Ohio State University and the College of Engineering are committed to support and develop faculty as well as the work\-life balance of its faculty. These resources include The Engineering Faculty Mentoring Program, the Better Research through Better Mentoring program, and an institutional membership to the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning. To learn more visit: https://engineering.osu.edu/faculty\-development.

Learn more about the College of Engineering, the university and Columbus here.

The University

Ohio State is a top\-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Grounded in Ohio State University’s Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open\-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established central resources to focus on offering support to new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual career partner consultation, potential employer and/or employment opportunity identification, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are available. More information about dual career and faculty recruitment can be found here.

In addition to being responsive to dual\-career opportunities, we strongly promote work\-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is a member of the Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania \& West Virginia HERC.

Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 1\.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.

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