Tenure-track Faculty Position in Experimental Plasma Physics

University of California • College Park, MD

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About The Position

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Los Angeles invites applications for a full-time tenured mid-career Associate Professor or Professor faculty position in experimental plasma physics, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027, or earlier.

UCLA has research programs in experimental, theoretical, and computational plasma physics, which include efforts in fundamental plasmas, inertial and magnetic confinement fusion energy, high-energy density plasmas, plasma-based accelerators, and space and astrophysical plasmas. Outstanding candidates are sought with expertise in plasma experiments, and who have demonstrated exceptional research in frontier areas of plasma physics. The candidate is expected to lead the Basic Plasma Science Facility (https://plasma.physics.ucla.edu/). In addition, we expect that the candidate will initiate a significant fusion-related program in the available space in the Science and Technology Research Building on campus, thereby expanding fusion science and engineering activities at UCLA. The candidate is expected to effectively teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels. This position involves a possibility of securing an endowed chair in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, which carries a substantial endowment, with the opportunity of a joint appointment in the School of Engineering. A Ph.D. or equivalent degree is required.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree is required.
• Submit a cover letter
• Submit a curriculum vitae including a list of publications
• Submit a synopsis of educational goals, including a commitment to teaching and a philosophy for teaching a graduate level plasma physics course
• Submit a statement of research accomplishments, interests and plans
• Complete a reference check authorization release form
• Arrange for at least three and up to five letters of reference to be uploaded to UCLA Academic Recruit

Responsibilities

• Lead the Basic Plasma Science Facility
• Initiate a significant fusion-related program in the available space in the Science and Technology Research Building on campus
• Effectively teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees