Assistant Professor of Physics, Engineering (F0115)
About The Position
The Department of Chemistry and Physics in the Cook-Cole College of Arts and Sciences is seeking a full-time, tenure-track position (#F0115) in Engineering and Physics at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in August 2026. Professional responsibilities include teaching 12 contact hours per semester of undergraduate engineering courses for engineering physics and cooperative engineering majors. In addition to the primary responsibility of innovative undergraduate teaching, faculty are also expected to advise students in the major, develop a research program involving undergraduates, and participate in service at the department and University level.
Requirements
- Minimum requirement is an earned Ph.D. in any Engineering discipline including Engineering Physics or a Ph.D. in Physics with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in engineering
- A strong commitment to excellence and innovation in undergraduate teaching, the potential to develop a successful research program in an undergraduate setting, dedication to quality advising of students, and commitment to service to the University.
- Minimum of 18 graduate hours in any engineering discipline is required.
- A demonstrated ability and commitment to working with diverse populations and perspectives of students, faculty, and staff in support of the university mission is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- A strong preference will be given to candidates with degrees that complement the current Physics and Engineering faculty.
Responsibilities
- Teaching 12 contact hours per semester of undergraduate engineering courses for engineering physics and cooperative engineering majors.
- Advise students in the major
- Develop a research program involving undergraduates
- Participate in service at the department and University level.
Benefits
- State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts
- Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc., and 13 holidays
- Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS)
- Life & Long-Term care insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon
- Educational benefits for most employees
- Fitness Center membership less expensive than most
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
