Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Applied Physics in Semiconductors

Agilitas • Syracuse, NY

110d • $73,500 - $76,300

About The Position

The Department of Physics at Le Moyne College invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin August 2026. We seek candidates in applied physics with expertise in semiconductor materials, devices, or electronics who are committed to undergraduate teaching excellence and maintaining a productive research program at a comprehensive liberal arts institution. This position will be part of Le Moyne’s newly proposed Applied Physics program with a concentration in Semiconductors, designed to prepare students for careers in the rapidly growing semiconductor and electronics industries. The successful candidate will teach courses including Electronic Materials, Semiconductor Devices, and other Electronics courses, as well as introductory and intermediate physics courses. They will also develop and maintain laboratory courses and hands-on electronics experiences that provide students with skills directly applicable to the semiconductor industry. The candidate will have opportunities to engage in applied research involving semiconductors, electronic materials, and device characterization, including collaborations with regional industry partners and undergraduate student researchers. Expectations include teaching 3 courses per semester (9 credit hours), mentoring undergraduate research, contributing to curriculum development, and providing service within and beyond the College. Le Moyne College offers strong support for undergraduate and faculty research, including internal funding and laboratory resources for applied projects. The newly proposed Applied Physics program is subject to approval by the New York State Department of Education.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Semiconductor Related Field, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field by the position start date.
• Evidence of undergraduate teaching excellence.
• Evidence of an active research agenda in semiconductors, electronics, materials science, or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses including Electronic Materials, Semiconductor Devices, and other Electronics courses.
• Develop and maintain laboratory courses and hands-on electronics experiences.
• Engage in applied research involving semiconductors, electronic materials, and device characterization.
• Mentor undergraduate research.
• Contribute to curriculum development.
• Provide service within and beyond the College.

Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement contribution (9.5% Employer match)
• Generous tuition coverage
• Health insurance options (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Health Savings Accounts (Partially Employer funded)
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance (Employer paid)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
• Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary benefits (Legal, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees