Post: Professor – Tenure System
Other titles/ranks: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor
Area: Open
Number of positions: 1

Snapshot

The MSU Department of Biomedical Engineering is experiencing rapid growth and seeks exceptional tenure-track faculty. All specializations welcome—bring your vision, advance research, and shape the future of health, technology, and engineering.

Position Summary

The College of Engineering at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for a tenure-system faculty position in the Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME). We encourage applications for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor and will consider exceptional candidates for appointment at the rank of Associate or (Full) Professor.

Candidates must have earned a PhD in Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment, with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a sustainable, externally funded, and internationally recognized research program; contribute significantly to their discipline through scholarly work; demonstrate effective teaching and mentorship of both undergraduate and graduate students; participate in institutional and professional service; and contribute to the university’s land-grant mission. Candidates are encouraged to discuss how their research could have an impact and complement the existing strengths within the department.

All areas of research specialization will be considered, but the following areas have been identified as being of particular interest:

• Imaging and Diagnostic Technologies – medical imaging, molecular imaging, image-guided therapy, computational imaging, and biosensors
• Robotics, Automation, and Intelligent Systems – bio-robotics, collaborative robots, and human-machine interaction
• Biomechanics and Rehabilitation Engineering – musculoskeletal modeling, prosthetics, orthopedics, and injury biomechanics
• Drug Delivery and Nanoengineering – targeted therapeutics, nanomedicine, and controlled release systems
• Single-Cell and Spatial Omics Method Development – wet lab expertise in microfluidics, sample preparation, molecular barcoding, and advanced techniques for single-cell and spatial multi-omics analysis
• Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine –stem cell, cell and tissue engineering, extracellular matrix, cell signaling and regulation, wound healing, cellular regeneration and repair, immune system interactions
• Synthetic Biology/Bioengineering – design and modeling of biological circuits, protein engineering, cellular and molecular biology, genome editing, high-throughput screening
• Healthcare AI - multimodal data integration for risk prediction and treatment optimization, AI for image reconstruction, segmentation, and disease detection; application of machine learning and computational methods toward biomaterial, drug, or biologic discovery and optimization.

Other qualifications include strong leadership and interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication abilities, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment. Joint appointments with other engineering departments are possible, taking into account existing strengths, capabilities, and the candidate’s preferences. Successful candidates will be appointed to an academic-year position in the tenure system, with the potential for tenure, if appropriate. Successful candidates are expected to elevate the reputation of MSU through their professional activities. 

Required Application Materials

Interested individuals should apply for this position through https://careers.msu.edu/ and refer to posting #1087089.

The application must include the following materials:

1. A detailed CV
2. A cover letter summarizing your qualifications
3. A vision statement for research (2-3 pages)
4. A vision statement for teaching and mentoring (1-2 pages)
5. Names and contact information for at least three professional references

In your application, please describe the potential impact of your work and how it aligns with the existing strengths of the Department, College, or other programs at MSU.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin on November 13^th, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Questions about this position are welcome and should be directed to the search committee chair by email at huangxu2@msu.edu.

Department Statement

The Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) at Michigan State University was founded in 2016 and is poised for significant and sustained growth and expansion. BME consists of 19 core faculty and 22 adjunct faculty with a wide range of interdisciplinary interests, including bioinformatics, stem cell engineering, nano-robotics, neural engineering, and molecular imaging. BME faculty are funded through numerous external awards from a variety of sources, including multiple NIH R01 awards and three NSF CAREER awards. Approximately 40 PhD students are currently enrolled in the BME graduate program, and our faculty actively engage undergraduate students from various degree programs in their research, teaching, and outreach activities. The development of an undergraduate BME degree program is one of many potential future growth areas for the department.

The BME department is located in the Bioengineering Building, a 130,000-square-foot facility outfitted with state-of-the-art research tools and infrastructure. Our department is closely aligned with MSU’s Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering (https://iq.msu.edu/). Research and training opportunities are available through multiple new initiatives, including investment in novel imaging systems, new partnerships with healthcare organizations (McLaren Health, Corewell Health, and Henry Ford Health), and the MSU Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB).

About The College of Engineering

For over 130 years, the MSU College of Engineering has advanced, shared, and applied engineering knowledge to address society’s most pressing challenges. Guided by Michigan State University’s land-grant mission, we are dedicated to preparing exceptional graduates, conducting breakthrough research, and driving innovations that serve the public good—improving lives locally and globally. With annual research expenditures of $71 million, the college offers world-class facilities, resources, and support to push the boundaries of discovery and application.

Our eight departments span a wide range of disciplines with strengths in computational sciences, energy, health, manufacturing, materials, mobility, security, and sustainability. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, spanning departments, other colleges, and an extensive global network of research partners. With a strong tradition of mentorship and a culture that values creativity, impact, and service, the MSU College of Engineering provides an environment where faculty can thrive, lead transformative research, and help shape the technologies and solutions of the future.

About Michigan State University

At Michigan State University, discovery doesn’t stop at the classroom door. As one of the nation’s leading R1 research universities and a proud land-grant institution, MSU blends academic excellence with a mission to make a difference in communities near and far. Our park-like campus in East Lansing offers more than just a place to work—it’s a hub of innovation, collaboration, and Spartan spirit.

Just steps away from Michigan’s capital city, Lansing, the region offers the best of both worlds: a diverse metropolitan area of more than 540,000 people with cultural opportunities, thriving neighborhoods, and highly rated schools. Whether you’re enjoying the arts, cheering on Big Ten athletics, or exploring nearby lakes and trails, East Lansing is a place where work, life, and community come together.

MSU Statements

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Required Degree

Candidates must have earned a PhD in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related discipline.