Assistant Professor of Physics
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Job Location:
Normal, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 74000 - 80000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Assistant Professor of Physics
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal Illinois
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: Physics
Campus Location: Normal IL
Job Summary
The Department of Physics at Illinois State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level with a research focus in Computational or Theoretical Physics. Exceptional candidates in all areas of physics will be considered with preference given to those working at the interface of Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Information/Quantum Materials or Astrophysics/Astronomy. We seek candidates who will establish a vigorous externally funded research program that actively involves undergraduate and graduate students. The physics department at ISU has 11 tenure track faculty and 5 non-tenure track faculty hosts a vibrant Physics BS program nationally recognized Teacher Education BS program and an MS program. The department has an on-site scanning electron microscopy facility planetarium and a machine shop with access to the university managed high performance computational cluster. The position will support instruction of physics courses for the newly established College of Engineering.
We seek candidates who are highly qualified and motivated to teach undergraduate and graduate physics courses as well as other courses to support the Department. A successful candidate will also be expected to pursue cross-functional integrative curriculum development and incorporate a pedagogical approach to involve students in learning through high levels of engagement.
Additional Information
University Benefit Highlights:
- Insurance benefits including health dental vision and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time
Additional University Benefit information including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here: Department of Physics (PHY) has built a strong reputation for scholarly work in the field of computational biophysics nano-materials photonics astrophysics particle plasma physics and applied molecular spectroscopy. For more information about our program visit: Department of Physics Illinois State
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Salary Rate / Pay Rate
$74000-$80000 commensurate with experience and qualifications
Required Qualifications
To be considered applicants will hold a terminal degree in Physics or related field; however exceptional A.B.D. candidates will also be considered with an expected completion of their doctoral degree before May 15 2026/7. Candidates must be able to demonstrate oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position as mandated by state law.
Work Hours
Varies
Proposed Starting Date
August 16 2026
Required Applicant Documents
1) letter of application; 2) teaching philosophy; 3) research agenda; 4) curriculum vitae; and 5) the names and contact details of 3 references.
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply
Special Instructions for Applicants
Review of applications will begin December 1 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Contact Information for Applicants
If any applicant has questions about the position please contact Allison Harris
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable an employment history review based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
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Department
PhysicsThe Department of Physics at Illinois State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level with a research focus in Computational or Theoretical Physics.
Current Opportunities
Department
PhysicsThe Department of Physics at Illinois State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level with a research focus in Computational or Theoretical Physics.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Experience
- Medical Management
- Library Services
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Grant Writing
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
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