Assistant Professor of Physics

Colorado Mesa University•Grand Junction, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Colorado Mesa University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Physics in the Physics Program. This is a full-time, tenure-track position starting the Fall 2027 semester. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. Scholarship in the discipline, involvement with advising, and service to the university, department, and profession are expected.

Requirements

Ph.D. in physics or a closely related discipline by summer 2027.
Effectiveness in teaching and creating a positive learning environment.
Enthusiasm for working with and inspiring undergraduate students.
Ability and enthusiasm for supervising undergraduate physics and/or astronomy research.
Ability to communicate and work collaboratively and collegially with colleagues.
Ability to verify U.S. employment eligibility.

Nice To Haves

Enthusiasm for teaching all introductory physics and astronomy classes.
Enthusiasm for teaching Electronics for Scientists, Intermediate Laboratory, and/or Advanced Laboratory.
Enthusiasm for teaching current upper-division courses and/or developing new courses related to the candidate’s area of expertise.
Research interests that diversify the research of current CMU physics faculty.
Postdoctoral teaching and/or research experience.
Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Responsibilities

Teach physics courses and labs across introductory through upper-division levels for liberal arts and science majors.
Establish a research program in area of expertise with meaningful opportunities for undergraduate physics majors.
Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
Participate in the ongoing assessment and improvement of the physics program and curriculum.
Engage in service to the university, department, and profession.