Associate Professor

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Department of Geography at The Ohio State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Associate Professor. We seek a promising scholar with research and teaching expertise in quantitative political geography, and with the demonstrated potential to emerge as a leader in the field of conflict studies. Outstanding opportunities for collaboration exist with other campus centers and units, including the Translational Data Analytics Institute, Sustainability Institute, and the Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center.

Requirements

• Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Geography, Atmospheric Science, Meteorology or a closely related field.
• We seek a colleague with research expertise in one or more of the following areas: physical, polar, tropical, synoptic, mesoscale, or radar meteorology.

Nice To Haves

• The ideal candidate should have a strong background in meteorology.
• Previous degrees in Atmospheric Sciences or Meteorology are preferred.
• The candidate’s research program may also leverage the Department of Geography’s newly available mobile phased array X-band radar coming online in winter 2026.
• Previous experience with university teaching is also desirable.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate creativity, collegiality, and the capacity to collaborate across disciplinary boundaries within the department, the university, and the broader atmospheric sciences community.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a productive research program
• Attract external funding
• Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Demonstrate excellence in student mentorship
• Support departmental operations as an active citizen through service on committees, project assignments, and/or administrative leadership roles.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree