38 physics astronomy jobs found

Assistant Professor of Practice, Department of Physics and Astronomy (NTT) Primary Purpose and Essential Functions: The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of the Pacific invites applications for a full-time, 9-month non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Practice position, starting July 2026. This is a promotable and renewable position. Non-tenure-track faculty members collaborate in fulfilling the University's mission to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and preparing individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities. The University of the Pacific, located in Stockton, California, is a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) as well as an Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) by the U.S. Department of Education. Stockton was named the most racially and ethnically diverse...

Department of Physics and Astronomy Teaching Associate (TA)Pool California State University, San Bernardino Job no: 546663 Work type: Teaching Associate Location: Southern California|San Bernardino - San Bernardino Campus Categories: Bargaining Unit|Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers,Appointment Type|Temporary,Time Basis|Part Time,Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac)|On-site (work in-person at business location) The Department of Physics and Astronomy at California State University, San Bernardino invites applications to apply for a Teaching Associate position. Teaching associates are responsible for providing classroom and/or laboratory instruction, making assignments to students, preparing course materials, administering examinations, assessing student performance, tutoring students and determining course grades. TAs supporting an upper division physics classes will work with the faculty member teaching the class to determine the TA...

Visiting Assistant Professor, Physics Position Summary: The Department of Physics at Rollins College invites applications for a one-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor in Physics beginning August 2026. Preference will be given to applicants with an understanding of liberal arts education that includes a student-centered undergraduate experience. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who are committed to mentoring and educating a broad range of students, particularly those who are traditionally underrepresented in physics and astronomy. A Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field is required. Undergraduate teaching experience or clear promise of excellence in teaching is desirable. The teaching load is four courses per semester. Courses will include Introductory Physics I and II (with lab), a topics course in the candidate's subfield for physics majors, a cross-disciplinary elective that supports the Science Division (for example Materials...

Nuclear Physics Postdoctoral Research Fellow Posting Number: F-1010 College/Unit: College of Science and Engineering Home Department: Department of Physics Employee Group: Postdoctoral Research Fellow Employment Status: Full-Time Position Type: 12 month Position Classification: Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position Begin Date: 01/06/2026 Position End Date: 07/05/2026 Position Summary: The Nuclear Physics and Fundamental Symmetries group in the Department of Physics at Central Michigan University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position with expertise in experimental nuclear physics, beginning after January 1, 2026. The CMU group performs research in low-energy nuclear physics to address questions in nuclear astrophysics, nuclear structure and reactions, and in fundamental symmetries. The group leads experimental research programs at various particle accelerator laboratories, focusing on unstable beam experiments at the nearby...

Prairie View A&M University Assistant Professor ( Physics) Job Title Assistant Professor ( Physics) Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Physics Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description The Department of Physics invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in the Fall 2026 semester. This tenure track position will teach undergraduate courses in Physics, hold office hours, grade papers, mentor students and adhere to the University standards in teaching, research and service. The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position. Responsibilities: Responsible for teaching college level courses in physics. Keep records, post grades (mid-term & final), submit...

    Position Summary   The Science Department department seeks a passionate and energetic teacher to fill a full-time, regular teaching position beginning the 2026-2027 academic year. Candidates should be interested in being part of a collaborative group of teachers and working with highly motivated high school students in a diverse, mostly residential community. Successful applications will demonstrate candidates’ ability and willingness to be active participants in the Academy's academic, extracurricular, and residential programs.    Classes offered: We encourage all interested applicants to review the Science Department course catalogue, which can be found on pages 64 - 71 of the Courses of Instruction available here:  https://exeter.edu/academics/ . Institutional Extracurricular Needs Phillips Exeter Academy offers students numerous opportunities to explore their interests and identities through...

  Application Instructions:   Complete all sections and fields on the application and attach all required documents – incomplete applications may not be considered.   Include all relevant education, training, and/or experience on the application.   Do not include any personally identifiable, confidential, or otherwise unrequested information that does not pertain to job related factors (e.g., social security number, date of birth, pictures, etc.) on your application or attached documents.   For job postings with a close date, all applications received by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time) on the job posting close date, will receive consideration.   For job postings with an initial screening date, all applications received by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time) on the job posting initial screening date, will receive priority consideration; however, typically the job posting will remain open, and continue...

Regular Faculty Posting Number: F001393P Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience Location: Moscow Primary Division/College: College of Science Primary Unit: Physics Employee Category: Faculty Classification Group Title: Regular Faculty Position Control Number: 0382 Suffix: 00 Contingency Code: Not Applicable FTE: 1 Contract Basis: Academic Year Anticipated Contract Start Date: 08/17/2026 FLSA Status: Exempt Tenure Tracking: Tenure Track Rank: Assistant Professor Extension Type: Not Applicable Administrative Appointment Type: Not applicable Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable): Position Summary: The Physics Department at the University of Idaho is seeking to hire a new tenure-track faculty member at the assistant professor level. We seek a faculty member who will establish strong research programs in experimental, theoretical or computational physics that will complement or build on existing...

Assistant Professor College: College of Science and Engineering - 323 College Dept/School: Earth and Ocean Sciences - 32341 Vacancy Number: 16F-730 Position Number: 671 Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus Brief Summary of Work for this Position: The Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences (EOS) in the College of Science and Engineering at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor beginning August 2026. We seek an expert in applied geodesy, geophysics, and/or remote sensing who applies innovative methods to measure and interpret physical changes across Earth's land and ocean surfaces. Areas of interest may include, but are not limited to: Crustal deformation driven by tectonics, magmatism, isostatic adjustment, or dynamic topography Sea-level change and coastal and marine landscape evolution Subsidence, mass wasting, storm-driven change, and other...

Assistant Professor - Physics and Biophysics Job ID: 291990 Location: Augusta University Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: * Job Summary Job Posting 291990   Position 20015446   The department of Physics and Biophysics at Augusta University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank. All conventional areas of physics shall be considered though some emphasis will be given to applicants that can contribute to the Biophysics areas and work well within a top ranked health sciences university. The department has diverse activities that include sensor development, materials sciences, and atomic physics in support of the Bachelor of Science degree program in the department. Members of our department work collaboratively both across the university, nationally, and worldwide.   The successful candidate is expected to develop an independent, novel research program, display a...

Assistant Professor of Physics Job Description Summary, Duties and Responsibilities, Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by December 1, 2025. Applications received after December 1, 2025 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ About URI: The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs. It is the State's flagship, public R1 research university as well as the land grant and sea grant university for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and...

  The Department of Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics (APAM) at Columbia University in the City of New York invites applications for Associate Research Scientist positions in the area of magnetically confined plasma research.  The successful candidate will advance research in magnetically confined plasmas and support the broader goals of the Columbia Fusion Research Center. In the tokamak area, the candidate may conduct research on experimental tokamak facilities in the public sector. Examples include the DIII-D tokamak located at General Atomics or the National Spherical Torus Experiment Upgrade located at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, or tokamaks located abroad. In the stellarator area, the candidate may conduct research in coil optimization, energetic particle physics, and other related activities. Activities may also be conducted in support of industrially sponsored research contracts originating from a wide array of sponsors, including...

Assistant Professor of Physics Job Description Summary, Duties and Responsibilities, Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by December 1, 2025. Applications received after December 1, 2025 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ About URI: The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs. It is the State's flagship, public R1 research university as well as the land grant and sea grant university for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and...

Assistant Professor: Physics - Fall 2026 About Us Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students' success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey. As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community. In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the...

Prairie View A&M University Assistant Professor (Physics) Job Title Assistant Professor (Physics) Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Physics Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description The Department of Physics, housed in the Brailsford College of Arts and Sciences at Prairie View A&M University, invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position for the rank of Assistant Professor. Responsibilities include teaching lecture and laboratory courses at the undergraduate level, conducting research involving undergraduate students, as well as service to the department, college, university, and field. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply though we particularly encourage candidates with prior teaching experience in physics at community or four year college level. The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation...

Assistant Professor in Physics The Department of Physics at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is seeking applications for a tenure track assistant professor position in experimental biophysics. Research areas include but are not limited to Medical Physics, Molecular and Structural Biophysics, Imaging and Biophysical Methods, Cellular Biophysics, Quantum Biology, etc. Applicants in all areas of experimental studies of biological systems with quantitative physical approaches are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates are expected to develop productive research programs, mentor and teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and to direct Ph.D. dissertations. Anticipated start date is fall 2026.

Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Quantum Science and Engineering Colorado School of Mines- Denver Metropolitan Area (On-site) The Colorado School of Mines, a public R1 research university focused on applied science and engineering, is excited to announce three faculty positions in Quantum Science and Engineering. These hires, one each in the departments of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Physics , will expand our research in quantum information science, support the launch of a new Bachelor of Science program in Quantum Systems Engineering, and strengthen our existing Master of Science in Quantum Engineering, one of the oldest in the nation. Learn more at https://quantum.mines.eduand view all postings at http://mines.edu/facultyrecruitment . Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Quantum Computing , Department of Computer Science Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Quantum Devices , Department of Electrical Engineering Tenure-Track Faculty Position in...

Assistant Professor Materials Science Job ID: 291239 Location: Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular About Us Join Our Team at Georgia Southern! Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds! Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in...

Assistant Professor in Physics The Department of Physics at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is seeking applications for a tenure track assistant professor position in experimental biophysics. Research areas include but are not limited to Medical Physics, Molecular and Structural Biophysics, Imaging and Biophysical Methods, Cellular Biophysics, Quantum Biology, etc. Applicants in all areas of experimental studies of biological systems with quantitative physical approaches are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates are expected to develop productive research programs, mentor and teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and to direct Ph.D. dissertations. Anticipated start date is fall 2026. Job Requirements: Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Physics or related fields and have demonstrated long-term focus to physics research, possess postdoctoral experience, have a strong record of research accomplishments, and possess strong verbal and written...

  The Department of Physics at the University at Buffalo (UB), The State University of New York (SUNY), is seeking to fill a senior faculty Empire Innovation hire at the Associate or Full Professor level in experimental condensed matter physics. This strategic hire is part of a multi-year, multi-faculty recruitment effort in quantum science and technology supported by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, the Dean of the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, the Office of the Provost, and the State of New York. This position will hold the title of SUNY Empire Innovation Professor and is partially supported by SUNY’s Empire Innovation Program flagship initiative designed to recruit and retain exceptional faculty with nationally recognized records of research and scholarship in strategically important fields. The EIP Professor will join a dynamic and expanding Department of Physics with growing strengths in both experimental and theoretical quantum...