The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (htts://ece.osu.edu) at The Ohio State University invites applications for the position of Ohio Research Scholar in Sensing Systems, a tenured faculty position at the rank of full professor. The research area is broadly defined to apply to different areas including, but not limited to RF, mmWave, sub-mmWave systems, electro-optical systems, sensor signal processing, and others. Successful applicants are expected to establish synergistic intellectual bridges between multiple groups such as ElectroScience Lab, Solid State, Circuits, Power and Energy, Signals and Systems, Networking, and Control.
The position is open to applicants who may require sponsorship for a visa or other work authorization.
Performance Objectives
High-quality research in the greater domain of sensor systems
Excellence in teaching, both in the classroom and in student advising
Excellence in scholarship, associated primarily with research that enhances the state-of-the-art in sensor systems.
Leadership in service, both to the profession and to the university
Making contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field of computing
An attitude conducive of good citizenship, including a commitment to interact with others in a professional, ethical, and constructive fashion
Education and Experience Requirements
Required:
A Ph.D. in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. Ph.D.
Evidence of demonstrated efforts in research, teaching, and/or outreach and engagement that reflect Ohio States Shared Values.
Evidence of the ability to attract and mentor graduate students
Evidence of the ability to teach and supervise undergraduate students in an inclusive way (all learners are valued and feel a sense of belonging)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with desire and ability to work constructively, decisively, and collegially with external and internal colleagues
A demonstrated track record of leadership and collaboration in an academic environment.
Desired:
Experience with interdisciplinary research and education.
Experience with engagement with industrial or government partners for external funding.
Strong record of an externally funded and productive research program.
Experience and training in mentoring and teaching skills.
Embrace development of open-minded exploration among learners
A familiarity working with campus administrators and leaders
A track-record of, and strong commitment to, cultivating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment, including in faculty and staff development, hiring, and student recruitment
Potential to be a conscientious university community member
How to Apply
Please attach the following documents in the Application Documents section
Attachment 1: Cover Letter: 1-2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.
Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae)/Resume: Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.
Attachment 3: Teaching and Mentoring Statement: A statement of your approaches, experience and philosophy regarding your teaching, learning, and mentoring.
Attachment 4: Research Statement: Summary of your past research accomplishments, current work/research, and proposal for your future research plan as a faculty member.
Attachment 5: Leadership Statement: A statement of your approaches, experiences, and plans for leadership as they apply to the Ohio Research Scholar position
For questions regarding this position, please contact Eylem Ekici at ekici.2@osu.edu .
Application review:
Review of applications will begin on January 2, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Department Information
Electrical and Computer Engineering:
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 departments 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.
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