Old Dominion University

Mechanical Engineering Faculty in Biomechanics (Tenure Track/Tenured)

Old Dominion University, Norfolk

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Job Title Mechanical Engineering Faculty in Biomechanics (Tenure Track/Tenured)

Department MECHANICAL & AEROSPACE ENGIN

Position Number F0017A

Job Description

The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering ( MAE ) at the Batten College of Engineering & Technology ( BCET ) at Old Dominion University ( ODU ) in Norfolk, VA, invites applications for a tenure track or tenured faculty position in the broad area of biomechanics. This position is to begin in Fall 2025 and will be an annual 10-month appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank. We are particularly seeking applicants in the areas of Computational or Experimental Biomechanics at the cell, tissue, organ or whole human body-level that are doing fundamental and/or applied research with applications that include, but are not limited to, tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, injury/disease modeling, ergonomics, rehabilitation or robotics are sought.

The appointed faculty member will:

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Develop and sustain an externally funded research program.
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Develop and teach biomechanics and other courses in mechanical engineering and/or biomedical engineering.
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Advise students.
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Perform service obligations.
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Serving on committees.
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The appointee will also hold a core faculty affiliation with the newly established Institute for Engineering in Medicine, Health, & Human Performance (EnMed) that advances bio-related research and education across the Batten College of Engineering & Technology. The EnMed Institute includes the Biomedical Engineering program, and the appointee will play a key role in supporting its mission and growth.

This appointee will also have opportunities to collaborate with faculty members in MAE , BCET , and the University with complementary expertise, including those in Frank Reidy Research Center for Bioelectrics and Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences which includes Eastern Virginia Medical School.

Position Type FullTime

Type of Recruitment General Public

Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications

All candidates must have an earned Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field. ABD candidates whose degree will be conferred by May 2025 will be considered for Assistant Professor appointments.

Candidates applying for an appointment with tenure must have the academic background necessary to warrant a tenured position in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering.

Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities

All candidates must have a record of conducting research in biomechanics, evidenced by peer reviewed publications. Candidates applying for a senior faculty position must have a record of sustained research in biomechanics, including peer reviewed publications and external funding.

Preferred Qualifications

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Post-doctoral research experience.
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Teaching experience as Teaching Assistant or Course Instructor.
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Record of research funding such as fellowships or external grants.
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A plan for developing an externally funded research program at ODU , with expressed interest in leveraging complementary research expertise at ODU .
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Conditions of Employment

Location Norfolk, VA

Job Open Date 11/22/2024

Application Review Date 01/13/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Application Instructions

Interested candidates must apply at and attach the following with their online application:

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A cover letter
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A Curriculum vitae
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A Statement of teaching interests and philosophy.
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A statement of research interests, including a research plan.
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Unofficial graduate transcripts.
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Contact information for 3 professional references.
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Applications submitted by January 13, 2025 will receive full consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

Telework Friendly No

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

About the College

Old Dominion University’s Frank Batten College of Engineering Technology has the unique advantage of having both engineering technology and engineering programs. It is comprised of 107 full-time faculty. The student population is very diverse, with 17% of students being veterans and 34% being underrepresented student population

About the Department

The department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering is comprised of 25 faculty, about 650 undergraduate students, and 140 graduate students. Current research areas include advanced manufacturing, materials, mechatronics and automation, biomechanics, biomedical engineering, unmanned and space systems, renewable energy, computational fluid dynamics, and thermal-fluid systems. The MAE department houses well-equipped laboratories where faculty and students conduct research on diverse topics ranging from micromechanics and cellular mechanobiology to smart systems, composites, and robotics. The faculty conduct research in collaborations with the NASA , NIA , Thomas Jefferson Lab, Naval Shipyard and Naval Warfare Centers. Active student chapters include ASME , AIAA , SAE , Theta Tau, SWE , NSBE , ASB and SHPE . More information on the department can be found at

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Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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Curriculum Vitae
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Teaching Philosophy
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Statement of Research Interests
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Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
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Contact Information for Professional References
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