Hiring: Tenure-track Assistant Professor – AI for Automotive and Mobility Systems Company: The Ohio State University Location: Columbus, OH Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 16:23:05 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : AI, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, NLP, Reinforcement Learning About the job Required Skills: •AI at The Ohio State University •Creating a dynamic intellectual hub to harness Ohio State’s vast expertise where AI scientists and domain experts across the University can collaborate to accelerate groundbreaking research and transformative innovation •Advancing fundamental AI research to push the boundaries of AI •Establishing a collaborative hub that unites researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders •Developing cutting-edge AI products that reach billions and drive meaningful change •Delivering solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges •Empowering the next generation of AI leaders through accessible AI education, mentorship, and skill development for all Ohio State learners Qualifications: •Routine use of off-the-shelf AI tools that does not produce methodological innovation •Is not sufficient for an AI faculty hire for this initiative. •Applicants must have earned (or be expected to receive) a doctorate degree by May 2027 in mechanical engineering or a closely related engineering or science discipline. •Applicants must conduct research with the potential for scholarly impact, innovation, and collaboration. •Applicants must have demonstrated evidence of research productivity and the potential for identifying and securing external funding. •Applicants must have the ability to teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate students and embrace the development of open-minded exploration among learners. •Applicants must have leadership skills and the ability for collaboration in an academic environment, and the potential to be a conscientious University community member. •Applicants must have excellent interpersonal communication skills with the desire and ability to work constructively, decisively, and collegially with internal and external colleagues and interdisciplinary teams across the College and University. •Applicants must have the ability and initiative to work independently and be a proactive self-starter with strong project leadership skills. •Applicants must display innovative thinking, be open to sharing ideas, and be willing to continuously learn. Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!