Assistant Professor - Department of Physics

Colorado State University•Fort Collins, CO

3d•$91,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Department of Physics at Colorado State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in theoretical and computational condensed physics. The successful candidate will teach, mentor, and advise undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral scholars, including through classroom teaching. They will develop and operate a forward-looking, internationally recognized research program, conduct and publish research, pursue external funding, and contribute to scholarly advancement. The position also includes department, university, professional, and community service, participation in administrative governance, and other general faculty responsibilities. The Department of Physics is part of the College of Natural Sciences and has 21 faculty members, with research programs primarily in atomic, molecular, and optical physics; high-energy and particle astrophysics; and condensed matter physics. The position supervises Graduate Research Assistants and Undergraduate Research Assistants. FTE will vary and will be commensurate with the scope of the research program. Applications should include a cover letter addressing the applicant’s specific interests in CSU and its Department of Physics, a curriculum vitae, a teaching statement limited to three pages, and a research statement limited to four pages (references excluded from the limit). Submit all required materials as one PDF of no more than 5 MB. For full consideration, applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. MST on December 3, 2026; the position remains open until filled. Work authorization visa sponsorship may be available for the selected finalist depending on the specific situation, including cost. A pre-employment background check is required for new hires.

Requirements

PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Physics or a related field.
Evidence of research productivity and potential to establish a sustainable scholarly program in theoretical and computational theoretical physics, such as publications, presentations, or grant activity.
Evidence of ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.

Nice To Haves

A strong record demonstrating potential to contribute to teaching, mentoring, and advising undergraduate and graduate students.
Strong scholarly and professional preparation and a record of past research accomplishments.
An innovative proposed research plan that aligns with Department and College interests, is high quality and likely to succeed, and can lead to an internationally recognized research program with external funding.
Potential to contribute service to the university, the physics profession, and the public.

Responsibilities

Teach, mentor, and advise undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral scholars, including classroom teaching.
Contribute to course and curriculum development.
Build and operate a forward-looking, internationally recognized research program.
Conduct and publish research, pursue external funding, and contribute to scholarly advancement in the field.
Provide service to the department, university, profession, and community in support of CSU’s mission.
Participate in department and university service and administrative governance, scholarly and professional endeavors, and general faculty responsibilities.
Supervise Graduate Research Assistants and Undergraduate Research Assistants.
Perform other duties as assigned.