Assistant Professor Theoretical Catalysis with Energy Applications Physics
Assistant Professor Theoretical Catalysis with Energy Applications Physics
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Job Description
The Opportunity
The Department of Physics in the College of Sciences (COS) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for a fulltime ninemonth faculty position for a theorist specializing in catalysis science at the rank of assistant professor (tenureearning) anticipated to begin in August 2025.
We seek candidates whose experience and plans lie in theoretical and computational research at the forefront of advancing catalysis science for advances in fuel and energy applications. Predominant research activities of the selected candidate will include the theoretical study of systems that will complement and expand upon existing expertise in experimental work in ab initio modeling of physical and chemical processes of novel materials to understand and predict their functionality electrocatalysis and nanocatalyst synthesis and expand upon expertise in the areas of catalytic synthesis for sustainable fuels and pathways for other energybased applications. The successful candidate is expected to establish a vigorous externally funded and creative research program and have a strong commitment to excellence in graduate and undergraduate education. Instructional duties and service assignments are in accordance with the departments current equitable workload policy.
The Department of Physics has 60 faculty offers B.S. B.A. M.S. and Ph.D. degrees and has modern welldesigned office and working spaces. UCF provides computational research support including a highperformance computing cluster. UCF is a leading metropolitan researchintensive university with over 68000 students. We offer support for expectant mothers paid parental leave for either parents onsite preschool and professional development and leadership training for all faculty at all career stages. UCF provides competitive startup funds.
The UCF College of Sciences (COS) houses most of the universitys natural computational and social sciences in ten departments and schools and several centers. Seven departments hold national rankings for best graduate programs. The colleges programs play a key role in advancing UCF as a national research university that is determined to help students from all backgrounds achieve success. For more information visit .
Minimum Qualifications:
A doctoral degree from an accredited institution in physics or a closely related discipline at the time of hire and a substantial record of independent research.
Preferred Qualifications:
A record of successful research in catalysis science.
A record of externally funded research.
Experience teaching physics at the university level.
Additional Application Materials Required:
UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website In addition to the online application candidates should upload: 1 a cover letter 2 a current curriculum vitae 3 a research statement and plan 4 a teaching statement and 5 a list with contact information for three 3 professional references.
The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and as applicable U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.
NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.
Questions regarding this search should be directed to Sergey Stolbov search committee chair at .
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
N/A
Job Close Date:
May 1 2025
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential
As a nextgeneration public research university and Forbesranked top employer in Florida we are a community of thinkers doers creators innovators healers and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is when you join Knight Nation youll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. Youll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty staff and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow youll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and youll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:
Benefit packages including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending and Employee Assistance Program.
Paid time off including annual 12month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
Retirement savings options.
Employee discounts including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
Education assistance.
Flexible work environment.
And moreFor more benefits information view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting it is UCFs expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:
Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35 prior to offering employment to certain individuals in researchrelated positions UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S. or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education employment or training in China Cuba Iran Russia North Korea Syria or Venezuela.
The additional screening requirements only apply to researchrelated positions including but not limited to faculty graduate positions individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds postdoctoral positions undergraduate positions visiting assistant professors and visiting research associates.
Department
College of Sciences (COS) Department of PhysicsWork Schedule
Varies.Type of Appointment
RegularExpected Salary
NegotiableEqual Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
As a Florida public university UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smokefree campus and an EVerify employer.
To request an accommodation with the application or interview process please contact the Office of Institutional Equity by telephone:; email; or visit in person: 12701 Scholarship Drive Orlando FL.
Employment Type
Full-Time
