The Gallogly College of Engineering is enjoying a period of rapid growth and we are continuing to invest in new faculty across all disciplines. With more than 20 open positions, we seek candidates aligned with our crosscutting strategic research areas and our vision to provide all students with the opportunity and support they need to succeed in engineering. As research leaders at the University of Oklahoma, our faculty collaborate within and across colleges on research that dramatically improves quality of life and stimulates economic development for our state, region, nation, and the world. Our excellence in research and education is helping us shape the future through discovery and innovation.
We encourage candidates to apply who are seeking to work in a rapidly growing college, in collegial interdisciplinary groups, and in strong academic units. We desire candidates whose teaching, research, and service have prepared them to be integral contributors to the advancement of our welcoming community.
The School of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering (AME) in the Gallogly College of Engineering at the University of Oklahoma seeks candidates for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the area of composite materials. Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas are of particular interest for the position: fabrication of carbon fiber composite materials for aerospace structures; development of multifunctional composites with self-repairing, de-icing properties for aerospace applications; advanced manufacturing of composite material parts.
Successful candidates are expected to develop a nationally recognized research program in one or more areas and have a demonstrated commitment to excellent and innovative instruction, an ethos of care and support of students, and effective mentorship and guidance of students.
The School of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering (AME) at the University of Oklahoma is seeking candidates who can bring energy and passion to a teaching-focused Assistant Professor of Engineering Practice in aerospace engineering. The position is a three-year rank renewable term contract, with an opportunity to advance to the ranks of Associate and Full Professor of Engineering Practice. This position is part of a larger initiative defined in the Gallogly College of Engineering strategic plan for growing enrollment and improving retention. The State of Oklahoma is investing in engineering in support of growing engineering graduates for the state workforce. Candidates seeking to work in a rapidly-growing School and College, in collegial interdisciplinary groups, and towards the mission of student success, are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in aerospace engineering such as aerodynamics, flight mechanics, aircraft stability and control, and aircraft structures and will guide capstone design projects and student competition teams. The successful candidate will play a critical role in improving retention and graduation rates for aerospace engineering students. The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to excellent and innovative instruction, an ethos of care and support of students, effective mentorship and guidance of students, and a commitment to building collaboration. Candidates with an interest in educational research are welcome and will have opportunities for collaboration with current and new faculty.
The School of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering (AME) in the Gallogly College of Engineering at the University of Oklahoma seeks candidates for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. This position is part of a larger initiative defined in the Gallogly College of Engineering strategic plan for growing enrollment and improving retention. The State of Oklahoma is investing in engineering in support of growing engineering graduates for the state workforce. Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas are of particular interest for the position: battery material processing, manufacturing, and testing and secondly, battery component synthesis and fabrication. Additionally, candidates with exceptional modeling and simulation background of battery materials and manufacturing processes are also encouraged to apply. Successful candidates are expected to develop a nationally recognized research program in one or more of the areas listed above and have a demonstrated commitment to excellent and innovative instruction, an ethos of care and support of students, and effective mentorship and guidance of students.
The School of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering (AME) in the Gallogly College of Engineering at the University of Oklahoma seeks candidates for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the area of carbon capture and carbon management. This position is part of a larger initiative defined in the Gallogly College of Engineering strategic plan for growing enrollment and improving retention. The State of Oklahoma is investing in engineering in support of growing the number of engineering graduates for the state workforce.
The University of Oklahoma has a 2-year with possible 2-year extension Postdoctoral Research Associate position available in Biomedical Engineering Lab under Dr. Rong Gan and Dr. Yijie Jiang to conduct experimental measurements of acoustic-mechanical transmission through the ear in human temporal bone study and animal model of chinchilla. Of particular interest are candidates who have relevant research experience and education in the auditory system. The Biomedical Engineering (BME) Lab is in the Stephenson Research and Technology Center on the University Research Campus adjacent to the University of Oklahoma’s main campus in Norman, Oklahoma. The BME lab is equipped with advanced facilities to conduct research in auditory testing, material property measuring, and computational modeling. The candidates also will have access to core facilities on the Norman campus and the OU Health Sciences Center (Medical School) in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
The Stephenson School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME) at the University of Oklahoma invites applications for a full-time Director position, with a start date of Fall 2025. Seeking an accomplished leader with a strong vision for advancing fundamental and translational research, fostering collaboration, and advancing Biomedical Engineering education. The Director will be expected to elevate SBME’s impact and innovation in education, research, and community engagement. SBME is dedicated to advancing education, training, and research, with strategic focus areas in Immunoengineering and Neural Engineering. We are also committed to expanding our strengths in Biomedical Imaging, Cell Manufacturing, and Biomaterials, with applications in areas such as cancer, diabetes, stroke, kidney disease, arthritis, and spinal cord / brain conditions. Housed within the Gallogly College of Engineering, SBME offers ABET accredited B.S., and M.S., and Ph.D. programs in Biomedical Engineering. The school currently has 15 regular faculty members, approximately ~280 undergraduate students, and ~40 graduate students. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of Biomedical Engineering at a vibrant and expanding institution. SBME benefits from extensive partnerships with the OU Price College of Business, the OU College of Arts and Sciences, the OU Health Sciences Center (OUHSC), the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF), and the regional bioscience industry, providing a robust environment for research and collaboration and the commercialization of new technologies.
The Stephenson School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME) in the Gallogly College of Engineering (GCoE) at the University of Oklahoma (OU) seeks applicants for two senior faculty positions at the associate/full professor level with endowed Stephenson Chairs available. SBME encourages applications from leading researchers in Biomedical Engineering, with an emphasis in immunoengineering including, but not limited to, cancer, diabetes, vaccines, aging, and nanomedicine.
SBME’s mission is to educate the next generation of biomedical engineers and to create new technologies that advance human health. These endowed faculty positions are aligned with the SBME, GCoE, and OU strategic plans. Individuals with a strong track record in leadership and collaboration in team-based biomedical fields are encouraged to apply.
SBME was founded in 2016, and we moved into our home in the brand-new Gallogly Hall building in 2019, with lab space ready for these new faculty hires. SBME is committed to undergraduate and graduate education, with B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. programs in Biomedical Engineering. SBME currently has 12 regular faculty, ~230 undergraduates, and ~37 graduate students. Our faculty and students enjoy extensive partnerships with scientists and clinicians at the OU Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) and the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF).
Known as the City of Festivals, Norman is a culturally rich and vibrant town located in the Oklahoma City metro area. With outstanding schools, amenities, and a low cost of living, Norman is a perennial contender on the “Best Places to Live” rankings. Explore further at VisitNorman.com. OU is a Carnegie-R1 comprehensive public research university with three campuses: the main campus in Norman, the Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City, and another campus in Tulsa. OU enrolls ~30,000 students.
The Stephenson School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME) in the Gallogly College of Engineering at the University of Oklahoma invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position starting Fall 2025. We seek a highly collaborative researcher specializing in cancer ImmunoEngineering, including areas such as immunotherapy, cancer vaccines, CAR-T cell therapy, immune modulation, imaging-guided therapies, biomaterials for immunotherapy, and AI/machine learning in cancer diagnostics and therapeutics. This position aligns with SBME's strategic focus on ImmunoEngineering, complementing existing strengths in nanomedicine, peptide engineering, optical bioimaging, and drug delivery. Competitive candidates will be effective communicators who value translational research, are committed to excellence in teaching, and contribute positively to our collaborative community.
The School of Civil Engineering and Environmental Science (CEES) within the Gallogly College of Engineering (GCoE) at the University of Oklahoma (OU) invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the area of Transportation Materials, with an emphasis in the development and characterization of transportation materials (especially asphalt, concrete, recycled, multi-functional, smart, climate-resilient, and low-carbon), including experimental, modeling, and life-cycle perspective. A rapid upsurge in extreme weather events and accelerated pace of climate change are impacting the durability and service life of our aging infrastructure, threatening the safety and mobility of users, contributing to supply chain disruptions, and exacerbating network condition issues. With unprecedented advancements and growth potential, transportation materials continue to emerge as a promising area for improved infrastructure durability, functionality, affordability, sustainability, and carbon reduction.
As part of a sustained, multiyear, strategic growth initiative, the School of Computer Science in the Gallogly College of Engineering (GCoE) at the University of Oklahoma (OU) seeks applications for an assistant professor position in the area of computational biology/bioinformatics with a targeted start date of Fall 2023. This position is part of a cluster hire with another senior-level position in the same area and candidates should be interested in collaborative work. We seek candidates whose research, teaching, and service have prepared them to be integral contributors to the advancement of our welcoming community. The candidates who fill these positions should look to support OU’s strategic research verticals on Integrative Life Sciences and Community & Society Transformation; be prepared to engage in multi-college, multi-campus research; and be capable of dealing with large, complex data from areas such as healthcare and medicine, including furthering collaborations between the School of Computer Science and the OU Health Sciences Center and the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation. We welcome applicants with research interests in all areas of computational biology and bioinformatics, including single-cell -omics, meta -omics, immuno-engineering, biological network analysis, and computational modeling.
The school of computer science is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Researcher. In this role, you will play a crucial part in conducting cutting-edge research in the field of systems immunology and computational genomics. Responsibilities include conducting cell cultures, assisting with in vitro and in vivo studies, analyzing experimental data using computational methods, and maintaining day-to-day laboratory operations. In collaboration and reporting to the Principal Investigator, the successful candidate will be expected to collaborate and mentor junior researchers in the lab. The ideal candidate will have a background in laboratory techniques and/or bioinformatics, and excellent communication skills. If you are passionate about advancing scientific knowledge and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.
The candidate is responsible for analyzing and mining multi-omics data using computational techniques, such as deep learning, generalized linear mixed models, and biological network analysis. This may require development of new computer algorithms and/or construction of computational workflows on computer clusters. The types of multi-omics data will include longitudinal metagenomics sequencing data, genome-wide association (GWAS) data, proteomics data, and metabolomics data. The candidate is expected to publish their findings in peer-reviewed journals.
The Gallogly College of Engineering at the University of Oklahoma invites applicants for two teaching-focused positions in our Engineering Pathways program. This newly launched program has dedicated faculty who are committed to our vision of providing all students with the opportunity and support needed to succeed in an engineering major. Specifically, the successful candidates will join the collaborative and collegial EP team who collectively contribute to teaching and mentoring first- and second-year engineering students and to providing additional support for mathematics success for engineering problem-solving. Candidates with experience or expertise in first-year engineering education strongly encouraged to apply. Application review begins August 1 and will continue until the positions are filled. The preferred start date is January 1, 2025.
The Gallogly College of Engineering at the University of Oklahoma invites applicants for two teaching-focused positions in our Engineering Pathways program. This newly launched program has dedicated faculty who are committed to our vision of providing all students with the opportunity and support needed to succeed in an engineering major. Specifically, the successful candidates will join the collaborative and collegial EP team who collectively contribute to teaching and mentoring first- and second-year engineering students and to providing additional support for mathematics success for engineering problem-solving. Candidates with experience or expertise in first-year engineering education strongly encouraged to apply. Application review begins August 1 and will continue until the positions are filled. The preferred start date is January 1, 2025.
The School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at The University of Oklahoma (OU) invites applications for a faculty position in medical imaging at either the tenure-track Assistant Professor or the tenured Associate Professor rank. All areas of medical imaging will be considered, although particular emphasis will be placed on translational cancer research that synergistically engages engineers at OU and clinicians/researchers in the Peggy and Charles Stephenson Cancer Center (SCC) at The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC). Research topics of interest include but are not limited to: development of novel investigative medical imaging modalities such as optical, X-ray, ultrasound, and radionuclide imaging technologies to enable more sensitive cancer detection and monitoring of tumor response to treatment; identification and/or development of new quantitative imaging biomarkers using advanced image processing and artificial intelligence (AI) based technologies; assessment of the efficacy of investigative cancer therapy drugs or procedures using medical imaging methods; development of new AI-based prediction models that fuse both imaging and omics biomarkers. The position is expected to start in 2024.
As part of The University of Oklahoma’s strategic plan, The university continues to grow and expand the radar program. Two tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of assistant professor are currently available at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), Gallogly College of Engineering (GCoE). We welcome applicants who have demonstrated experience and expertise in radar, with specific areas described below, and are motivated and committed to being an integral part of the research and educational mission at OU. OU has developed an internationally known, interdisciplinary radar program with state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and advanced radar test beds, supported by engineering staff. The Advanced Radar Research Center (ARRC, http://arrc.ou.edu), which serves as the cornerstone of the radar program, has developed principal capabilities including the design and prototyping of radar systems, mobile radar platforms, multi-function radar, phased array technology, digital signal and array processing, and reconfigurable components and architectures. Since its inception, the ARRC has emerged as a world leader in ground-based weather radars and, over the last decade, has made incredible progress in leading major Department of Defense (DoD) research efforts, and, more recently, a burgeoning airborne radar program.
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