Endowed Dietz Chair - R153061

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University, College of Engineering, invites applications for the Endowed Dietz Chair in Chemical Engineering at the tenured professor level. This chair will advance research in materials and/or energy, including catalysis, reaction engineering, batteries, and membranes, with strong emphasis on experimental work.

Starting as early as January 2028, the appointment may include immigration sponsorship in limited cases.

Qualifications

• Doctorate (academic) or equivalent in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in writing research proposals.
• Success in securing independent external funding.
• Demonstrated leadership.
• Mentoring and supervising graduate and/or undergraduate students.
• Experience in teaching graduate and/or undergraduate level courses.
• Demonstrated outreach that reflects Ohio State's Shared Values.

Responsibilities

• Educate undergraduate and graduate students in CBE and related fields.
• Advance the state-of-the-art knowledge in CBE through novel research.
• Disseminate research results and engage with academic, industry and public communities.
• Provide leadership and mentorship within the department and college.
• Contribute to grant proposals and securing external funding.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Proposal writing

Collaboration

Education

Doctorate in Chemical Engineering

PhD or equivalent in related field

Job description

The Ohio State University: College of Engineering: Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Location

Columbus Campus,CBEC (0248)

Open Date

Deadline

Nov 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

EndowedDietzChair in Chemical Engineering

William G. Lowrie Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

College of Engineering

The William G. Lowrie Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering( https://cbe.osu.edu/ )at The Ohio State University invites applications for the endowedDietzChair,atenuredProfessor appointmentin the area ofmaterials and/or energy, including areas such ascatalysis,reaction engineering,batteries,and/ormembranes,with an emphasis on experimental research. The research area should complement the current research portfolio of the department ( https://cbe.osu.edu/directory/faculty ). This position will start as early asJanuary 2028.

Immigration/visa sponsorship may be available in limited situations, but all decisions concerning immigration/visa sponsorship will depend on an evaluation of complexity and risk. We will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position for individuals subject to the J-1 two-year home residency requirement or who will require consular processing for a visa to come to the United States to begin work at the university.

Position Overview

This is atenuredendowed chair position at the level of professor.

Performance Objectives

The candidate will be expected to help further our mission of educating undergraduate and graduate students in CBE,encouraging the exchange of ideas, methods, and insights between different fields of study, advancing the state-of-the-art knowledge in CBE and allied fields through novel and sustained research, serving the public, academic, and industrial communities through consultation, collaborative efforts, dissemination of research results, entrepreneurship, or participation in conferences of professional societies, and valuing different perspectives.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required:

Doctorate (academic) or equivalentin Chemical Engineering or a related field

Demonstrated accomplishments and recognition or reputation in one or more of the areasindicated, including areas such ascatalysis,reaction engineering, batteries, membranes, and separations;

Author of publications of substantial interest and value in the field of chemical engineering including presentation of papers to professional societies and contributions tonew designsor techniques of material significance in the solution of important problems;

Experience in writing research proposals;

Success in securing independent external funding;

Demonstrated leadership;

Providing quality mentoring and supervision;

Experience in teaching graduate and/or undergraduate level courses (for current academics);

Demonstrated efforts in research and/or outreach and engagement that reflect Ohio State's Shared Values.

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 .

Department Information

The William G. Lowrie Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (CBE) is home to 30 faculty working in diverse research areas including bioengineering, reaction engineering and catalysis, separations, systems engineering, particulates and multiphase flows, colloids, molecular simulation, polymers, nanomaterials, and sustainability. We are housed ina state-of-the-art225,000 ft2building dedicated to Chemical Engineering andthe ChemicalSciences. CBE offers undergraduate (B.S.) and graduate (M.S. and Ph.D.) programs, with total enrollment around 900 students. CBE faculty are highly regarded for their teaching, research,and extension and outreach programs.

Learn more about the College of Engineering, theuniversityand Columbus here .

The University

Ohio State is atop-20public 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, tuitionassistancefor 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 OhioState University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, andretainingfaculty of the highest caliber is a corecomponentof this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) hasestablishedcentral 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 asidentifyingopportunities 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 ofthe 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.Additionalinformation about the Columbus area is available here . Beyondits 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 equalopportunityemployer, 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.