Job Title:
Associate Vice President, National Security and Space Research and Innovation

Department:
Engineering | Electrical and Computer Engineering

Associate Vice President, National Security and Space Research and Innovation

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

The Ohio State University

The department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at The Ohio State University invites applications for the position of Associate Vice President, National Security and Space Research and Innovation with an appointment as Professional Practice Professor. The department seeks a leader who can join our faculty and serve as the spear-head and focal point for national security and space innovation and research grounded in Ohio State's shared values. This position will start as early as January 1, 2027.

Position Overview

The Ohio State University is embarking on an ambitious plan to significantly bolster our National Security and Space innovation and research portfolio. This effort is ongoing at the university level, with a multitude of colleges playing an active role in support and engagement. We seek a proven, dynamic, innovative, and strong leader to join our faculty and serve as the spear-head and focal point for this activity. The position will drive National Security and Space related activities across campus that create transformational outcomes in the National Interest, as well as fortify the strength, reputation, and contributions of Ohio State. The successful candidate will have demonstrated success as a prominent and highly regarded individual within the National Security/Space research community, have assembled an outstanding intellectual record, and demonstrated continued success in translational research to fortify US priorities. The successful applicant will also have built an extensive and impactful publication record, with notable recognition across relevant professional societies and boards including fellow of professional societies, member of national level academies , and similar.

Performance Objectives

This work will include development, stewardship and execution of curiosity- and purpose-driven research across a range of Technology readiness levels, as well as fortify Ohio State's workforce development and land-grant mission, across a dynamic range of topic areas including healthcare, engineering, technology, and policy. The incumbent will work collaboratively with Ohio State Government affairs to help serve state and Federal stakeholders, as well as with external partners in industry, serving as a critical connector for faculty and research personnel on campus.

Reporting Structure: The Associate Vice President reports to the Vice President for Research.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required:

• Earned doctorate in Electrical and Computer Engineering or a related field.

• Credentials appropriate for appointment at the rank of professional practice professor.

• Demonstrated excellence in National Security/Space research with strong external funding and scholarly publications.

• Demonstrated commitment to Ohio State's shared values.

• Proven continued success in translational research to fortify US priorities.

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

• Notable recognition across relevant professional societies and boards including fellow of professional societies, member of national level academies, and similar.

Additional Information

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply

Please be aware that you will not be able to edit your application after you submit it (this includes application materials).

Please include all and only the following required application materials:

• Cover Letter: 1-2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.

• CV (do not include pictures in your CV; include home and e-mail address): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Heather Sever at [email protected].

Application review:

Review of applications will begin on September 21, 2026.

Department Information

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 department's 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.

The College of Engineering

Faculty Development: The Ohio State University and the College of Engineering are committed to support and develop faculty as well as the work-life balance of its faculty. These resources include The Engineering Faculty Mentoring Program, the Better Research through Better Mentoring program, and an institutional membership to the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning. To learn more visit: https://engineering.osu.edu/faculty-development.

Learn more about the College of Engineering, the university and Columbus here.

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America's leading academic health centers. Eligible 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.

Additional Information:

Location:
University Square South (1032)

Position Type:
Regular

Scheduled Hours:
40

Shift:
First Shift