Ohio State Launches Major AI Faculty Hiring Initiative
Ohio State University has unveiled a major initiative to strengthen its leadership in artificial intelligence by hiring 100 new tenure-track faculty members over the next five years. The AI Faculty Hiring Initiative is designed to accelerate AI research, innovation, and education as part of President Ted Carter’s “Education for Citizenship 2035” vision.
The new positions will be distributed across three specialized AI cohorts: Foundational AI, Applied AI, and Responsible AI & Cybersecurity. Faculty in each group will focus on key areas including AI theory and systems development, real-world AI integration, and the ethics and security of emerging technologies.
This expansion aligns with Ohio State’s recently launched AI Fluency Initiative, which ensures every student—starting with the Class of 2029—graduates with strong AI literacy. Students will be required to complete AI coursework tailored to their field, preparing them for a rapidly evolving job market.
Earlier this year, the university also introduced the AI(x) Hub, a campus-wide effort involving all 15 OSU colleges. The hub aims to encourage collaborative research, data innovation, and the development of AI tools that benefit society.
University leaders say the 100 new faculty hires will play a critical role in advancing AI research and supporting the growth of the AI(x) Hub. According to Provost Ravi Bellamkonda, Ohio State is committed to leading the future of education and discovery by empowering students and researchers to explore the expanding possibilities of artificial intelligence.
Initial faculty recruitment has already begun, with the first cohort expected to join Ohio State in fall 2026. These hires will add to the more than 300 AI-focused researchers already working within the university.
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