Assistant Professor of Physics
About The Position
The Department of Physics in the School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Richmond invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in the 2027-2028 academic year. We seek a candidate whose research will broaden our department in any of several areas. As a result, applications are encouraged from candidates in all subfields of physics and applied physics, both theoretical and experimental. The successful candidate is expected to have demonstrated a keen interest and ability in undergraduate teaching. The successful candidate will maintain a vigorous research program that engages undergraduates in substantive research outcomes. Courses taught will include workshop-style introductory physics for science majors, upper-division courses for undergraduate physics majors, and possibly general-education courses for non-science majors.
Requirements
- PhD in Physics or a closely related field.
- Postdoctoral or other research experience beyond the PhD.
- Demonstrated keen interest and ability in undergraduate teaching.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a vigorous research program that engages undergraduates in substantive research outcomes.
- Teach workshop-style introductory physics for science majors.
- Teach upper-division courses for undergraduate physics majors.
- Possibly teach general-education courses for non-science majors.
Benefits
- Startup funds will be available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
