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

Ohio State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University in Columbus seeks an Open-Rank Tenure-Track faculty member in experimental photonics physics. The hire will start Autumn 2027 and may be at Assistant, Associate, or Professor level based on qualifications.

The successful candidate will build a productive, well-funded program and engage across campus and institutes such as CEM and NeXUS. The department emphasizes cross-disciplinary research, teaching excellence, and service to the university community.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or closely related field.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research and teaching.
• Evidence of ability to secure external funding is desirable for higher ranks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain an extramurally funded research program in experimental photonics.
• Contribute to teaching at graduate and undergraduate levels and to mentoring of students.
• Engage with OSU research centers and institutes to foster collaboration.

Education

PhD in Physics

Job description

Job Title

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

Department

Arts and Sciences | Physics Administration

Position Overview

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 search committee will begin reviewing applications on October 15, 2026 and the final deadline for application submission is November 1, 2026.

Inquiries

Inquiries may be directed to Mike Chini at [e-mail].