Tenured or Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Theoretical Neutrino Physics

Job Description

As part of an initiative to build on existing strengths and to expand our Center for Neutrino Physics the Department of Physics at Virginia Tech invites applications for open rank tenured (Associate Professor or Professor) or tenuretrack (Assistant Professor) faculty positions in Theoretical Neutrino Physics. Virginia Techs Center for Neutrino Physics provides an intellectually vibrant environment where faculty pursue a broad range of research in neutrino physics and related fields. The Centers culture fosters collaboration across theory and experiment; nuclear particle and astro physics; as well as basic and applied science. Current theoretical research activities of the Center include neutrino phenomenology neutrino astrophysics and dark matter. Current experimental activities include DUNE/protoDUNE MicroBooNE SBND ICARUS as part of the SBN program at Fermilab CHANDLER the Mobile Antineutrino Demonstrator COHERENT CUORE/CUPID KamLANDZen and DarkSide/Argo.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent in physics or a closely related field by date of hire and must have postdoctoral experience at the time of the appointment. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vigorous and wellfunded research program; teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels; continue development of scholarly activities and professional capabilities; occasionally travel for example to attend professional conferences and present research seminars; and actively participate in department college and university governance.

Diversity equity and inclusion are core values at Virginia Tech and the College of Science. Our excellence can only be fully realized by faculty students and staff who share our commitment to these values. The Department of Physics seeks candidates whose research teaching or service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion in higher education.

Position responsibilities:

Expectations for this position include: The development of a vigorous and externally wellfunded research program effective instruction in physics at the undergraduate and graduate levels and to actively participate in department college and university governance.
The faculty handbook (available at provides a complete description of faculty responsibilities at Virginia Tech. Questions regarding the position may be directed to the chair of the Search Committee Patrick Huber at

Required Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent in physics or a closely related field by date of hire and must have postdoctoral experience at the time of the appointment. The position requires occasional travel to attend conferences and meetings.

They should demonstrate a strong record of accomplishments and creativity in theoretical neutrino research; a desire to advise and teach a student body which is diverse with respect to socioeconomic status race and gender and a vision of scholarship and service that aligns with the Universitys strategic priorities of impact inclusion and excellence.

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience

Review Date

10/25/2024

Additional Information

Candidates should apply at 531030. The application package must include (i) a cover letter (ii) curriculum vitae with publication list (iii) a statement of ongoing and planned research (iv) a brief description of teaching philosophy and (v) a statement of any previous activities or future plans aimed at expanding diversity and/or mentoring of underrepresented groups and how the applicant will further Virginia Techs commitment to build a culturally diverse educational environment Applicants should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be directly emailed to Review of applications will begin on October 25 2024 and will continue until the position is filled; to ensure full consideration complete application packages and reference letters should be received by October 25 2024. The expected position starting date is August 10 2025.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

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