Ohio Eminent Scholar in Protein Engineering

Position Overview

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at The Ohio State University invites applications for the position of Ohio Eminent Scholar in Protein Engineering, an endowed, tenure-track position at the Full Professor level. The Ohio Eminent Scholars (OES) Program, created by the Ohio General Assembly and administered by the Ohio Board of Regents, aims to enhance the national eminence of selected outstanding academic programs at Ohio universities by attracting internationally recognized scholars.

Applications are sought from those with a distinguished track record in synthetic and chemical biology, including research dedicated to advancing genetic code expansion for protein engineering applications.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required: PhD degree; established record of creativity and excellence in research; evidence of an independent research program; commitment to teaching/mentoring. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to building a diverse intellectual community, in line with OSUs Shared Values

Desired: Strong track record as a mentor; experience with interdisciplinary research.

How to Apply

Apply to the Careers at Ohio State website at [Workday Link]. A competitive application consists of the following required elements: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and separate research and teaching statements. Applicants who advance in the selection process will be asked for names and contact information for three references at a later date. Application review will begin on May 7, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Karin Musier-Forsyth at musier-forsyth.1@osu.edu.

Required:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vita (CV)
• Statement of Research (up to 4 pages)
• Statement of Teaching and Mentoring (up to 2 pages)