Endowed Dietz Chair in Chemical Engineering

William G. Lowrie Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

College of Engineering

The William G. Lowrie Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) at The Ohio State University invites applications for the endowed Dietz Chair, a tenured Professor appointment in the area of materials and/or energy, including areas such as catalysis, reaction engineering, batteries, and/or membranes, with an emphasis on experimental research. The research area should complement the current research portfolio of the department ().

This position will start as early as January 2028.

Immigration/visa sponsorship may be available in limited situations, but all decisions concerning immigration/visa sponsorship will depend on an evaluation of complexity and risk. We will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position for individuals subject to the J-1 two-year home residency requirement or who will require consular processing for a visa to come to the United States to begin work at the university.

Position Overview

This is a tenured endowed chair position at the level of professor.

Performance Objectives

The candidate will be expected to help further our mission of educating undergraduate and graduate students in CBE, encouraging the exchange of ideas, methods, and insights between different fields of study, advancing the state-of-the-art knowledge in CBE and allied fields through novel and sustained research, serving the public, academic, and industrial communities through consultation, collaborative efforts, dissemination of research results, entrepreneurship, or participation in conferences of professional societies, and valuing different perspectives.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required:

• Doctorate (academic) or equivalent in Chemical Engineering or a related field
• Demonstrated accomplishments and recognition or reputation in one or more of the areas indicated, including areas such as catalysis, reaction engineering, batteries, membranes, and separations;
• Author of publications of substantial interest and value in the field of chemical engineering including presentation of papers to professional societies and contributions to new designs or techniques of material significance in the solution of important problems;
• Experience in writing research proposals;
• Success in securing independent external funding;
• Demonstrated leadership;
• Providing quality mentoring and supervision;
• Experience in teaching graduate and/or undergraduate level courses (for current academics);
• Demonstrated efforts in research and/or outreach and engagement that reflect Ohio State's Shared Values.

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.

Application review:

Review of applications will begin by October 1st, 2026.

Department Information

The William G. Lowrie Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (CBE) is home to 30 faculty working in diverse research areas including bioengineering, reaction engineering and catalysis, separations, systems engineering, particulates and multiphase flows, colloids, molecular simulation, polymers, nanomaterials, and sustainability. We are housed in a state-of-the-art 225,000 ft2 building dedicated to Chemical Engineering and the Chemical Sciences. CBE offers undergraduate (B.S.) and graduate (M.S. and Ph.D.) programs, with total enrollment around 900 students.

CBE faculty are highly regarded for their teaching, research, and extension and outreach programs.

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: .

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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.

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