Open-Rank Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Experimental Photonics Physics

Materials Research Society; North Carolina; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track faculty position in experimental photonics physics within the Department of Physics. The appointment may be at Assistant, Associate, or Professor level and is expected to begin Autumn 2027, with active engagement in OSU research centers such as CEM, NeXUS, and CQISE.

We seek candidates with potential for excellence in scholarship, teaching, and mentoring, who will build an independent, well-funded

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Foster cross-disciplinary research with sustained impact.
• Develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program.
• Have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring.
• Contribute to the teaching (graduate and undergraduate) and service missions of the University.

Education

PhD in Physics or closely related field

Job description

Open-Rank Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Experimental Photonics Physics

The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

Department

Arts and Sciences | Physics

The Department of Physics at the Ohio State University announces an opening for a tenure-track faculty hire in experimental physics, with focus on novel photonic phenomena, materials, and devices. The open rank appointment, with the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor title depending on qualifications, will start in Autumn 2027. We envision a candidate with strong potential for excellence in all aspects of scholarship and who will collaborate with the broad research community across campus and be an active member of major research centers and institutes at the Ohio State University, such as the Center for Emergent Materials (CEM), the National eXtreme Ultrafast Science Facility (NeXUS, an NSF Mid-Scale Research Facility), the Institute for Optical Science, the Center for the Exploration of Novel Complex Materials (ENCOMM), the Center for Quantum Information Science and Engineering (CQISE), and the Institute for Materials and Manufacturing Research (IMR).

Performance Objectives

• Foster cross-disciplinary research with sustained impact;
• Develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program;
• Have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring; and
• Contribute to the teaching (graduate and undergraduate) and service missions of the University.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Required: Candidates must hold a PhD in Physics or a closely related field.

• Desired: Candidates with an established research record, as evidenced by a body of peer reviewed publications and, in the case of applicants at the level of Associate Professor or Professor, external funding and invited presentations, are invited to apply. We are seeking candidates who, in addition to building their independent research program, have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring and to building a welcoming intellectual community, in line with OSU's Shared Values (see below). Applicants should demonstrate the potential to be a recognized leader in the field of experimental photonics physics, who will develop a productive, well-funded, and internationally prominent research program.

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.

The College

With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college gives students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of success.

Department Information

The Department of Physics at The Ohio State University is one of the university's largest, offering a broad range of research areas and academic programs. As a department in the division of Natural and Mathematical Sciences in the College of the Arts and Sciences, the Department of Physics occupies the Physics Research Building as well as instructional and advising space in Smith Laboratory, the former home of the department. The department is the home to multiple internationally renowned centers and research facilities. The department currently has 54 faculty and approximately 30 postdoctoral researchers and research scientists, 200 graduate students, and 400 undergraduate majors. For more information, see: https://physics.osu.edu/about-us.

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. The Ohio State University 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.

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.

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.