Diverse Faculty and Scholars Recruitment Collaborative

Inclusive Excellence in Recruiting

The Ohio State University has an unwavering commitment to identifying and recruiting a diverse pool of extraordinary scholars who are leaders in their respective fields. The university’s Shared Values reinforce our commitment to welcoming differences and making connections among people and ideas while upholding equal rights and advancing institutional fairness.

 

    Are you a candidate interested in joining Buckeye Nation?

    Ohio State works to connect with early career scholars through enhanced outreach practices and strategic networking. Working together, the university:

    • promotes inclusive pathways to academic careers at Ohio State 
    • fosters engagement among diverse academic communities 
    • facilitates early connection with prospective academic talent
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    Programs and Resources
     

    Faculty

    Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation
    Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation provides comprehensive service offerings in support of new and prospective faculty. These service offerings focus on people and creating the essential connections to ensure a seamless transition for prospective and incoming faculty and their families. We focus on establishing and maintaining relationships with future and newly hired faculty and their loved ones to create a sense of belonging at Ohio State and the surrounding communities.
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    The Faculty Network
    The Faculty Network creates opportunities for our faculty to socialize with colleagues, discuss shared interests and concerns, and easily access valuable resources. Planned informal gatherings hosted on and off campus are designed to forge connections at Ohio State and in the surrounding community. The Faculty Network focuses on the experiences of faculty, though all are welcome to join.
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    Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars

    Graduate School
    Ohio State’s Graduate School aspires to be a national leader with robust and impactful advanced education programs to produce skilled, diverse graduates that will be successful, sought-after leaders in knowledge, innovation and creativity.
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    Summer Research Opportunities Program 
    The Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) at Ohio State is designed to help students explore opportunities for graduate study and academic careers. Over the course of nine weeks during the summer, Ohio State SROP participants will conduct research with a faculty mentor on a topic of mutual interest, and participate in activities crucial to preparation for graduate school, including a professional development series. 
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    Postdoctoral Scholars
    The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs supports the scholarship, mentorship and training and postdoctoral scholars across Ohio State. Open postdoc positions are posted here.
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    University Resources

    Office of Diversity and Inclusion
    The Ohio State University Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) is one of the oldest and most prominent offices of its kind in the nation. Founded in 1970, ODI supports the recruitment, retention and success of students, faculty and staff who enhance the diversity of The Ohio State University.
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    Kirwan Institute
    The Kirwan Institute is an interdisciplinary engaged research institute that connects individuals and communities with opportunities needed for thriving by educating the public, building the capacity of allied social justice organizations, and investing in efforts that support equity and inclusion.
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