Assistant Professor - Department of Physics

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 91,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University invites applications for a Tenure-track Assistant Professor position in physics, emphasizing theoretical and computational condensed matter physics. The appointee will teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, mentor students, and develop an internationally recognized research program. Service to the department and university is expected.

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. MST, December 3, 2026. Visa sponsorship may be available based on circumstances.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Physics or related field.
• Evidence of research productivity and potential to establish a sustainable scholarly program in theoretical and computational physics (e.g., publications, presentations, grant activity).
• Evidence of ability to teach effectively at undergraduate and/or graduate level.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor students at undergraduate and graduate levels, including course and curriculum development.
• Conduct and publish research, pursue external funding, and contribute to scholarly advancement in the field.
• Provide service to the department, university, profession, and community in support of CSU's mission.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching ability

Research productivity

Mentoring

Education

PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Physics

Job description

Job Description

The Department of Physics at Colorado State University (CSU) invites applications for a Tenure-track Assistant Professor position. We welcome applicants working in theoretical and computational condensed Physics. The appointed individual is expected to actively participate in the teaching/mentoring/advising of undergraduate students, graduate students, post-doctoral scholars, including classroom teaching. They are also expected to build and operate a forward-looking and internationally recognized research program. Participation in department and university service and administrative governance, engagement in scholarly/professional endeavors, and fulfilling general faculty responsibilities is expected. These activities are vital to the teaching, research, and service missions of Colorado State University.

For full consideration, applications and materials must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. MST, December 3, 2026. This position will remain open until filled.

Work authorization visa sponsorship may be available based on the specific situation, including cost, for the selected final candidate.

Work Unit Description

The Department of Physics is an academic department within the College of Natural Sciences. It has 21 faculty members with research programs primarily in the areas of atomic, molecular, and optical physics; high-energy and particle astrophysics, and condensed matter physics.

Essential Job Duties

• Teach and mentor students at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including course and curriculum development.
• Conduct and publish research, pursue external funding, and contribute to scholarly advancement in the field.
• Provide service to the department, university, profession, and community in support of CSU's mission.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conditions of Employment

• Pre-employment background check (required for all new hires).

Supervision

• Graduate Research Assistants.
• Undergraduate Research Assistants.

FTE will vary and will be commensurate with the scope of the research program.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Physics of a related field.
• Evidence of research productivity and potential to establish a sustainable scholarly program in the research area of theoretical and computational theoretical physics (e.g., publications, presentations, grant activity).
• Evidence of ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.

Preferred Qualifications

• A strong record demonstrating potential to contribute to teaching/mentoring/advising of undergraduate and graduate students.
• A strong record of scholarly/professional preparation and record of past research accomplishments.
• A proposed research plan that is innovative, aligns with the interests of the Department and College, is of quality and has a high likelihood of success, can lead to an internationally recognized research program with external funding.
• Potential to contribute to service for the university, the profession of physics, and the public.

Salary Range

$91,000 - $95,000