Assistant, Associate, Full Professor - Educator, Department of Biomedical Engineering
University of Cincinnati
Application
Details
Posted: 18-Dec-24
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Internal Number: 97939-en_US
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation?s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country.?
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC?s momentum has never been stronger. UC?s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.
About the Department
The Department of Biomedical Engineering currently has 19 full time faculty, 16 of which are tenured or on tenure track, and an enrollment of about 400 undergraduate and 70 graduate students. The Department offers an ABET-accredited undergraduate program in Biomedical Engineering. The department also has graduate programs that confer Master of Science, Master of Engineering, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. The Department has research focus areas in Medical Device Innovation, Medical Imaging and Bioinformatics, and Regenerative Medicine and Biomechanics.
Job Overview
The Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) in the College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for multiple open rank full-time educator (non-tenure track) faculty positions (Requisition #97939 ) with the possibility to begin as early as August 15, 2025. Rank and salary to be commensurate with credentials. Engaging in educational or pedagogical research activities is encouraged.
Essential Functions
Coordinate engineering curriculum and capstone experiences for the Department of Biomedical Engineering, in the context of medical device design, usage, or assessment;
Teach graduate and undergraduate engineering courses focused on the application to medical devices of either bio-electrical circuits and systems, or bio-medical and materials;
Advise graduate and undergraduate students; and
Participate in service with professional societies (e.g., committee membership, editorial positions, etc.).
Minimum Requirements
Prior to the effective date of the appointment, a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or closely related field.
Application Process
Create an Applicant Profile at http://jobs.uc.edu and upload a current CV/Resume. Then directly apply to REQ# 97939and include a cover letter.
Under the "Additional Documents? section, interested candidates should also upload:
Teaching philosophy statement
At least three (3) references
References will only be contacted for those candidates who are selected as finalists.
Review of applications is expected to begin January 31, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.
Additional Information
The University of Cincinnati is a culturally diverse urban campus and has the distinction of being 1 of 3 recognized Research 1 institutions (top tier research intensive) in Ohio and one of 115 in the nation. It is in the top 6% of public universities according to the NSF HERD rankings. The University has embarked on a new strategic direction, ?NEXT lives here?, with the goal of leading urban public universities like UC into a new era of innovation and impact of which BME should take a prominent role: https://www.uc.edu/strategicdirection.html.
The university boasts a student body of over 50,000 enrolled in over 370 programs of study and is the region?s largest employer with over 15,000 faculty, staff and student workers. The University of Cincinnati is ranked as one of America?s top 26 public research universities by the National Science Foundation. U.S. News has ranked UC in the Top Tier of America?s Best Colleges. Cooperative Education (co-op) had its founding at UC in 1906, and is required for all engineering undergraduates. Additional information about the department, college and university can be found at http://ceas.uc.edu/biomedical-engineering.html.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
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