Associate Vice President, National Security and Space Research and Innovation

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The Ohio State University invites applications for Associate Vice President, National Security and Space Research and Innovation in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, with an appointment as Professional Practice Professor. The start date is as early as January 1, 2027 and the role leads national security and space initiatives across campus.

The successful candidate will drive translational research to support US priorities, collaborate with external partners, and strengthen

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Electrical and Computer Engineering or related field.
• Credentials appropriate for appointment at the rank of professional practice professor.
• Proven leadership and translational research to fortify US priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute curiosity- and purpose-driven research across a range of Technology readiness levels.
• Fortify Ohio State’s workforce development and land-grant mission.
• Collaborate with government affairs and external partners to connect faculty and research personnel.

Skills

Leadership

National Security

Strategic planning

Research leadership

Education

PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Associate Vice President, National Security and Space Research and Innovation Department: Engineering | Electrical and Computer Engineering Associate Vice President, National Security and Space Research and Innovation Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering The Ohio State University The department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at The Ohio State University invites applications for the position of Associate Vice President, National Security and Space Research and Innovation with an appointment as Professional Practice Professor. The department seeks a leader who can join our faculty and serve as the spear-head and focal point for national security and space innovation and research grounded in Ohio State’s shared values. This position will start as early as January 1, 2027.

Position Overview

The Ohio State University is embarking on an ambitious plan to significantly bolster our National Security and Space innovation and research portfolio. This effort is ongoing at the university level, with a multitude of colleges playing an active role in support and engagement. We seek a proven, dynamic, innovative, and strong leader to join our faculty and serve as the spear-head and focal point for this activity. The position will drive National Security and Space related activities across campus that create transformational outcomes in the National Interest, as well as fortify the strength, reputation, and contributions of Ohio State. ‰ The successful candidate will have demonstrated success as a prominent and highly regarded individual within the National Security/Space research community, have assembled an outstanding intellectual record, and demonstrated continued success in translational research to fortify US priorities. The successful applicant will also have built an extensive and impactful publication record, with notable recognition across relevant professional societies and boards including fellow of professional societies, member of national level academies , and similar.

Performance Objectives

This work will include development, stewardship and execution of curiosity- and purpose-driven research across a range of Technology readiness levels, as well as fortify Ohio State’s workforce development and land-grant mission, across a dynamic range of topic areas including healthcare, engineering, technology, and policy. The incumbent will work collaboratively with Ohio State Government affairs to help serve state and Federal stakeholders, as well as with external partners in industry, serving as a critical connector for faculty and research personnel on campus.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required: Earned doctorate in Electrical and Computer Engineering or a related field. Credentials appropriate for appointment at the rank of professional practice professor. Demonstrated excellence in National Security/Space research with strong external funding and scholarly publications. Demonstrated commitment to Ohio State’s shared values. Proven continued success in translational research to fortify US priorities. Strong leadership and communication skills. Notable recognition across relevant professional societies and boards including fellow of professional societies, member of national level academies , and similar.

Additional Information

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.

Location: University Square South (1032) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift

Department Information

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, machine 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.

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.

Ohio State promotes a culture of work-life balance through institutionalized policies, programs, and resources that help faculty, staff, and their families thrive both professionally and personally.

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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.

Benefits

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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.

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.