The Biomedical Engineering (BME) Department at The University of Akron invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track faculty position at Assistant or Associate Professor levels with an anticipated start date of August 2027. Preference will be given to candidates with research interests in macroscale biomechanics, gait analysis, and prosthetic devices. While the primary interest is experimental biomechanics, exceptional candidates with computational biomechanics expertise will also be considered. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to our core mission in teaching and research, develop an independent, extramurally funded research program, have a passionate interest in teaching and mentorship for undergraduate and graduate students, and actively participate in the departmental activities. Candidates should have a doctoral degree in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related discipline with a biomedical engineering emphasis. Post-doctoral training for candidates at the Assistant Professor level is preferable but not required. Applicants at the Associate Professor level are expected to have an active, nationally or internationally recognized research program. The BME Department has over 160 undergraduate students and offers ABET-accredited B.S. degrees, M.S. degrees in BME, and a Ph.D. degree through the College. Our department emphasizes experiential learning where a majority of the undergraduate students participate in our top-notch co-operative education program, perform undergraduate research, and are also active in regional and national conferences. The BME department offers interdisciplinary research programs with active collaborations within the university, with other institutions, such as the Cleveland Clinic and Northeast Ohio Medical University, and with local industries. Our research has been supported by funding from the NSF, NIH, DoW, AHA, VA, foundations, and industry. For further information please see https://www.uakron.edu/engineering/BME. Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement Requirements Additional Position Information: To apply for this position, candidates must complete the on-line application and submit a single PDF file containing: (1) a cover letter, (2) a detailed CV with a complete list of published and accepted papers in peer-reviewed journals and conferences, and funding record, if any, (3) a compelling research vision and agenda that highlights fundable areas the candidate plans to pursue, (4) a teaching statement that includes the applicant's teaching philosophy, identifies core undergraduate/graduate courses that the candidate can teach, and new courses they would develop, and (5) a list of at least three references. Review of applications will begin in fall 2026 and continue until a successful candidate has been identified. For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact Human Resources at askHR@uakron.edu. Application Deadline: November 19th, 2026. FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Exempt) Union Affiliation (if applicable): American Association of University Professors For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed: Iron Bones Email: ibones@uakron.edu ________________________________________________________________________ Background Check Statement The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search. Non-Discrimination Statement The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. State of Residence Statement It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio. The University of Akron empowers our people to flourish by delivering an applied and community-connected educational experience and cultivating research excellence. Leveraging our passion and expertise, we create innovative academic opportunities, support the well-being of our students and employees, and prioritize community embeddedness and engagement to impact lives through transformative experience. Through this focus, UA aspires to be the leader in community-focused higher education. The University of Akron is a lifelong learning partner, recognizing and valuing diverse learning experiences and combining traditional classroom experiences with innovative and robust approaches. As Zips, we prioritize the well-being of our students and employees, cultivate a culture and community where all can flourish, and act as responsible stewards of our resources and infrastructure by leveraging data to differentiate our processes and systems. We leverage our urban campus as a responsive and reliable partner to identify and meet the needs of the region. We intentionally contribute to economic and workforce development and civic life through research, innovation and engagement to provide community-embedded experiential learning opportunities that will enhance the UA experience for all students. We welcome candidates who are passionate about shaping and inspiring the next generation of thinkers, experts, artists and leaders. For more information about The University of Akron or the Akron community please visit our About UA page. The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave. In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission. All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA). The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)). Please visit our benefits home page for more information.

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