Assistant Professor Physics Biophysics
Assistant Professor Physics Biophysics
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$ 6221 - 13224
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Assistant Professor
Department of Physics (Biophysics)
College of Natural & Behavioral Sciences
Position Description
The Department of Physics at California State University Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) invites applications for a Tenuretrack position at the rank of Assistant Professor (Academic Year) with the appointment starting in Fall 2025.
At CSUDH we celebrate and respect diversity in all forms that include every race religion gender ethnicity veterans people with varied abilities and members of the LGBTQ community. CSUDH is seeking applications from candidates who can demonstrate experience in teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to the Universitys mission vision and core values.
For more information: Mission Vision and Core Values.
The Position
We seek an Assistant Professor specializing in Biophysics/Physics or related field who will significantly contribute to our undergraduate and graduate programs. This openfield search targets candidates with a keen interest in teaching and conducting research in biophysics.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to teach and develop both existing and new courses in Biophysics in line with the departments objectives. They will also be tasked with building a nationally recognized externally funded research program in Biophysics. Further responsibilities include advising undergraduate students contributing to university and professional service fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and promoting diversity equity and inclusion initiatives within the university.
As a teaching institution CSUDH expects faculty members to teach approximately four courses per semester with potential for course release through university programs or external funding. The appointment will begin in August 2025 commencing theacademic year.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Experience in teaching and working with colleagues from diverse age socioeconomic cultural and academic backgrounds: Extensive teaching experience at various institutions instructing diverse student groups in physics mathematics or data science courses.
- A doctoral degree in physics biophysics or a related field at the time of appointment:
Earned a Ph.D. in Physics or Biophysics from a recognized institution. - Strong commitment to teaching excellence with a focus on physics or biophysics research:
Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging interactive instruction that enhances student learning outcomes. Research expertise includes computational biophysics example protein design for neurodegenerative diseases with peerreviewed publications or contributions to patents. - Experience beyond the time of Ph.D. appointment such as postdoctoral roles visiting faculty positions or industry experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Significant research experience in biophysics physics or a related field that complements the departments existing expertise: Extensive research experience in computational biophysics including molecular modeling and protein design with applications in drug discovery and disease treatment.
- Experience in interdisciplinary research: Conducted research that bridges physics with other fields such as bioinformatics and computational biology demonstrated through publications or patents.
- Previous experience in mentoring students: Mentored students engaged in research and academic programs providing guidance to support their professional development.
How to Apply
A completed online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply please visit CSUDH careeropportunities.
Application Deadline Date:
The position is open until filled. Review of applications will begin in May 11 2025. For full consideration please submit your completed application with the required materials no later than May 11 2025:
- Current Curriculum Vitae with contact information
- Cover letter
- Statement on Diversity Equity and Inclusion 2 pages maximum)*
- List of 3 references with contact information**
- Unofficial transcripts (an official transcript will be required for the finalist)***
- A Statement on Teaching 2 pages maximum)
- A Statement on Research 2 pages maximum)
- Sample Publications or Evidence of Creative/Scholarly Activity
- Teaching Evaluations (if available)
*Given CSUDHs commitment to diversity and inclusion for all students faculty staff and administrators describe your individual commitment and experiences in advancing diversity and inclusion and how they relate to your future teaching and research.
**This position requires three letters of recommendation (LORs). Please do not upload your LORs with your application. Your list of references will be notified at the appropriate time during the search process. They will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the LOR. You will be able to verify that each letter has been received by CSUDH by logging back into your applicant portal.
***For finalist with International transcripts a United States Equivalency certification will be required.
A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees which is from a foreign Academic Institution for foreign studies. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies from an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e. Bachelors Masters Doctorates Doctors of Philosophy). The certification can be emailed to or mailed directly to the office of Faculty Affairs and Development 1000 East Victoria Street WH368 Carson CA 90747.
If you have questions regarding the position please contact:
Dr. Horace Crogman
Search Committee Chair
CSU Dominguez Hills
1000 East Victoria Street (NSM D229
Carson CA 90747
Department of Physics
The College of Natural and Behavioral Sciences one of the five primary instructional units of the university houses the Physics Department. This academic unit provides students with the opportunity to engage in cuttingedge research at major laboratories and gain a solid grounding in both theoretical and experimental aspects of physics and biophysics.
Our department offers Bachelor of Science degrees in both Physics (with concentrations in General Physics Physical Science and Electrical Engineering) and Biophysics. Additionally we offer a Master of Science in Systems Engineering.
Our faculty members all of whom hold doctorate degrees are dedicated to teaching excellence and are actively involved in research and other scholarly activities. The small class size within the department fosters frequent and meaningful studentteacher interactions.
For more information: Information
The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $6221 to $13224 per month 12 monthly payments per academic year);The anticipated hiring salary is $6750 to $7600 per month. This position will be commensurate with experience and current CSUDH faculty salaries in the academic department/discipline. Faculty salaries are subject to budgetary authorization and any California State University System faculty contract increases. Summer research grants moving expenses startup funds and a reduced teaching load may be available.
An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available that includes: health/vision/dental plans; spouse domestic partner and dependent feewaiver; access to campus childcare; and a definedbenefit retirement through the state system along with optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits please visit: Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Mandated Reporter Per CANRA
The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21 2017 as a condition of employment.
Closing Statement
CSUDH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race religion color national origin ancestry age sex gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation genetic information medical condition disability marital status or protected veteran status.
For more information: U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office.
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Upon appointment all candidates must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
The California State University is Smoke and Tobacco Free. Smoking Vaping and other Tobacco use are Not Permitted anywhere on University property. Education Code 42356 CCR Title 5 Article 9.
For more information see: Smoke & TobaccoFree
Employment Type
Full-Time
