Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Physics

University of St Thomas • St. Paul, MN

102d • $70,000 - $77,000

About The Position

The Physics Department in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in experimental physics to start fall semester 2026. The successful candidate will have strong experimental skills that broaden or complement existing departmental research areas, a genuine interest in teaching and developing upper-level laboratories, and a robust plan to involve undergraduate students in their hands-on research at St. Thomas. Research support will include start-up funds and laboratory space in the Physics department facility. This full-time position (9 month) involves a blend of teaching, professional engagement, service, and an expectation to engage undergraduate students in their research. The teaching load is 6 (4-credit) courses per year at the undergraduate level, which typically includes Introductory Physics and upper-level Physics courses and labs. Enthusiasm and aptitude for teaching undergraduate students is essential.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Physics or related fields, or ABD nearing completion of the Ph.D.
• Strong experimental skills that broaden or complement existing departmental research areas.
• Genuine interest in teaching and developing upper-level laboratories.
• Robust plan to involve undergraduate students in research.

Responsibilities

• Teach 6 (4-credit) undergraduate courses per year, including Introductory Physics and upper-level Physics courses and labs.
• Develop upper-level laboratories.
• Engage undergraduate students in hands-on research.
• Participate in professional engagement and service activities.

Benefits

• Tuition remission benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility.
• Generous employer retirement contribution upon eligibility.
• Medical, dental, and vision options.
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits.
• Paid parental leave benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree