Tenure-Track Biomechanics: Gait & Prosthetics

University of Akron; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Akron’s Biomedical Engineering Department invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track position at Assistant or Associate Professor levels, with an anticipated start in August 2027. Preference for macroscale and gait biomechanics researchers; exceptional candidates in computational biomechanics will also be considered.

The successful candidate will develop an independent, funded program, contribute to teaching and mentoring, and actively participate in departmental

Qualifications

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering or closely related discipline with BME emphasis.
• Post-doctoral training preferred for Assistant Professor level; active nationally/internationally recognized program for Associate Professor.
• Strong commitment to teaching, mentorship, and developing an extramurally funded research portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent, extramurally funded research program.
• Contribute to teaching and mentoring at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Engage in departmental activities and collaborations with internal and external partners.

Skills

Macroscale biomechanics

Gait analysis

Prosthetic devices

Experimental biomechanics

Teaching and mentorship

Computational biomechanics

Education

PhD in Biomedical Engineering or related field

Tools

ABET-accredited B.S./M.S./Ph.D. programs

Job description

The University of Akron’s Biomedical Engineering Department invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track position at Assistant or Associate Professor levels, with an anticipated start in August 2027. Preference for macroscale and gait biomechanics researchers; exceptional candidates in computational biomechanics will also be considered.

The successful candidate will develop an independent, funded program, contribute to teaching and mentoring, and actively participate in departmental