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

The Ohio State University•Columbus, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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).

Requirements

PhD in Physics or a closely related field
Established research record, as evidenced by a body of peer reviewed publications
For applicants at the level of Associate Professor or Professor: external funding and invited presentations
Strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring
Commitment to building a welcoming intellectual community, in line with OSU’s Shared Values
Potential to be a recognized leader in the field of experimental photonics physics
Potential to develop a productive, well-funded, and internationally prominent research program

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