Mooresville, Indiana
Posted: 30-Sep-25
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Internal Number: R138059
Assistant or Associate Professor Position
Department of Biomedical Engineering
College of Engineering
The Department of Biomedical Engineering (https://bme.osu.edu) at The Ohio State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the area of extracellular vesicle (EV)based platforms for drug delivery in womens health. The research area must complement the current research portfolio. This position will start as early as Fall 2026.
Position Overview
We invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain an externally funded research program, mentor trainees at all levels, and contribute to the teaching mission of the department and its educational programs. We seek a candidate in the area of extracellular vesicle (EV)based platforms for womens health; applicants whose research spans maternalfetal EV communication, vaginal and gut microbiomederived EVs, vaginal drug delivery systems, and the translation of EV biology into therapeutic applications will be especially competitive. Candidates for the Associate Professor rank should demonstrate a strong record of sustained extramural funding, scholarly productivity, commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring, and leadership in collaborative, interdisciplinary research.
Performance Objectives
- Establish and lead an innovative, independent research program.
- Mentor undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral trainees.
- Teach undergraduate engineering courses and courses aligned with the candidate's expertise at undergraduate and graduate level.
- Collaborate with faculty across disciplines such as womens health, drug delivery, microbiome science, and nanomedicine.
- Contribute to service at the department, college, and university levels.
Education and Experience Requirements
Required:
- Ph.D., M.D., Pharm.D., or equivalent degree in Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Reproductive Biology, Microbiology, or related fields.
- Demonstrated research expertise in extracellular vesicles (EVs) for womens health including vaginal drug delivery and maternal and fetal health applications.
- Evidence of commitment to teaching, mentorship, and advancing excellence in academia.
- Evidence of impactful research supported by a strong record of high-impact publications.
- The candidate should demonstrate leadership and the ability to collaborate effectively in an academic setting.
- Evidence (Associate Professor) or potential (Assistant Professor) for sustained extramural funding.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required, with a focus on working constructively, decisively, and collegially with both external and internal colleagues and interdisciplinary teams.
Desired (Associate Professor):
- Established national reputation and leadership in extracellular vesicle (EV) research, womens health, or vaginal drug delivery.
- Demonstrated ability to lead interdisciplinary research initiatives.
- Proven track record of securing substantial external funding.
- Evidence of impact in student instruction and mentoring
- Evidence of effectively sharing ideas, continuously learning, and displaying innovative thinking.
- Evidence of translation of research activities into clinical application.
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 in the Application Documents section, found in the My Experience step (Step 2 of the application process):
- Attachment 1: Cover Letter: 12-page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.
- Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae)/Resume (do not include pictures in your CV/resume): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.
- Attachment 3: Teaching and Mentoring Statement. Write a 12-page, single-spaced narrative that includes:
- A personal vision for teaching, learning, and mentoring.
- A description of teaching and mentoring strategies or approaches for which you received training or have implemented.
- Justification for those strategies, with emphasis on evidence-based practices that foster an inclusive and effective learning environment for all students, regardless of their backgrounds, expectations, and needs.
- A statement of your approaches, experience, and philosophy regarding teaching, learning, and mentoring.
- A description of previous mentoring training and/or experience.
- A discussion of mentoring skills you consider fundamental, including those necessary to effectively mentor students from all cultural backgrounds.
- Attachment 4: Research Statement. Write 1-2-page, single spaced narrative that includes:
- Your research questions and their importance; how your research contributes to your field.
- Research plan and future research directions.
- Identify potential collaborations and funding sources.
- Broader impacts of your research on womens health (the potential to benefit society and contribute to the achievement of specific, desired societal outcomes)
- Plan for student engagement in your research program.
Please do not include a list of references with your application. We will request this information when we need it.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Natalia Higuita-Castro at higuitacastro.1@osu.edu.
Application review:
Review of applications will begin on 11/15/2025.
Department Information
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at The Ohio State University is a vibrant, multidisciplinary community advancing fundamental discoveries and translational innovations at the intersection of engineering, medicine, and the life sciences. Our faculty are internationally recognized for their leadership in areas such as nanotechnology, biomaterials, regenerative medicine, biomechanics, biomedical imaging, medical devices, and engineering education. With strong collaborations across the College of Engineering, College of Medicine, and Wexner Medical Center, the department provides an exceptional environment for cutting-edge research, education, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to training the next generation of scientists, engineers, and physicianinnovators, while fostering a culture of inclusive excellence and belonging as integral to success in biomedical engineering.
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.
Sarah Ross Soter Womens Health Research Program at Ohio State
The Sarah Ross Soter Womens Health Research Program (SWHRP) aims to close gaps in womens health. SWHRP brings together an interdisciplinary team to accelerate research and translate findings into clinical trials and care, focusing on pregnancy, cancer, cardiovascular/metabolic disease, aging, and the roles of stress, immune system/microbiome, and prevention. SWHRP is central to OSUWMCs womens health strategy and supports innovative breakthroughs to improve lives.
The University
Ohio State is a top 20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas 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.
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