"Tenure Track/ Open Rank Research Faculty in PM&R"

Tenure faculty (regardless of rank) - persons with the titles of professor, associate professor, assistant professor and instructor who serve on appointments totaling 50% or more service to the university and who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with the workload guidelines laid out in the pattern of administration of each faculty members tenure initiation unit (TIU) and, as appropriate, regional campus; obligations will include research, service and/or teaching or clinical practice. These faculty will have earned doctorate or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study or possession of equivalent experience.

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a candidate in the area of Rehabilitation Engineering, including, but not limited to assistive technologies, rehabilitation robotics, wearables, neural engineering, user interfaces, neuroprosthetics, remote monitoring, artificial intelligence applications to rehabilitation science, and translation of rehabilitation technologies to clinical populations. Ohio State's Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) is nationally known for its comprehensive, multidisciplinary rehabilitation education and training. The Department has been a leader in caring for those with traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and stroke for more than 50 years. US News & World Report has ranked the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as one of the top programs in America. This year, the Department is ranked #1 in Columbus and #22 in the nation for delivering exceptional patient care. Additionally, the PM&R residency program is ranked 25th through Doximity Residency Navigator. The Department also provides the medical leadership and patient care of Dodd Rehabilitation Hospital, a 60-bed acute inpatient rehabilitation hospital located on the main campus of OSUWMC.

PM&R is composed of 32 physicians, 6 research faculty, 12 rehabilitation psychology faculty, 21 residents, 7 fellows and 14 research support staff and is part of Ohio States multidisciplinary Neurological Institute, a network of specialists collaborating in research, education and training. In addition, the PM&R Department is a leader in clinical applications of rehabilitative care and neurorecovery for diverse neurological conditions, including Parkinson's disease and movement disorders, stroke, and brain and spine injury. OSU PM&R ranked in the top seven for research funding amongst all PM&R departments in the nation by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research, our researchers are transforming the outcomes and care of patients with neurologic and musculoskeletal injuries.

Successful candidates will have already established a highly competitive independent research program or will have otherwise demonstrated the clear potential to do so. The applicants research should include a clear pathway to translation and implementation in human clinical populations. Successful candidates will have opportunities to collaborate with the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, the College of Engineering, the Ohio State Battelle Center for Science and Engineering, Public Policy, and the Ohio State University Office of Innovation and Economic Development. Our unparalleled benefits package includes retirement, medical and dental plans, and conference and vacation. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.

Requirements

• Doctoral Degree in Rehabilitation Sciences, Neuromechanics, Biomechanics, Neuroengineering, Rehabilitation Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or related areas.
• Candidate should have demonstrated excellent capability for scholarly activity during post-doctoral research and as early career faculty.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include conducting an independent and externally funded research program, participating in departmental, school, college, and university service, and teaching/mentoring trainees at various career stages.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include a cover letter and a Curriculum Vitae that lists publications and includes statements addressing the prompts below.

Reference letters are not required for the initial application but will be necessary for candidates advancing in the process. Strong candidates for this faculty position are expected to demonstrate research, service, and teaching excellence. Please provide research, teaching, and service statements that show how your expertise, knowledge, and skills have prepared you for this role. All inquiries and nominations should be sent confidently to: Anna Godwin, Research Faculty Recruitment, Anna.Godwin@osumc.edu.

Research Statement

Please describe the focus of your research, including the questions you've identified, any funding received to support your work (if applicable), the results you've found, and the outputs of these efforts. Lastly, outline the research directions you plan to pursue at Ohio State University.

Teaching Statement

Please summarize your previous experience in instruction and mentorship, your educational philosophy, your teaching goals at Ohio State College of Engineering (including current and planned courses), and your approaches to teaching and mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students.

Service Statement

Please describe your involvement and contributions in your profession, both nationally and internationally, and any community service related to your disciplinary expertise.