Considering a move to Columbus, OH to work at OSU. Is there any elevation gain to be had within 15-20 minutes of the city? If so, where is it and how much gain is there? Maybe somewhere with a "hilly" trail run?? I am aware of Hocking hills, but that is too far for an after work outing.

Ha! I'll take this as a no.

Moved to Columbus in 2013. Highbanks Metro park has some gain there maybe 200' or so. It overlooks the Scioto River. Another one, Chestnut Ridge is SE of Cbus .
Did you end up staying in ABQ?

I've done some hiking in clear creek metro park, which has some "decent" hills, as far as Ohio goes.

I work at a military base and do wind sprints on an old launch ramp. Works quite well actually