Assistant Professor, Department of Physics

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Physics in the AMO area. The appointment is nine-month, with an anticipated start in Autumn 2027, and will be on a full-time basis.

We seek candidates with a strong research record, commitment to teaching, and service within a diverse and inclusive academic community. The base salary is commensurate with experience and prevailing wage determinations.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or related field is required by the start of the appointment.
• Commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service within an inclusive academic community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in experimental AMO physics.
• Expand the department's AMO research with neutral atoms and trapped ions.
• Develop an externally funded and impactful research program.
• Engage in teaching, mentorship, and outreach within the department.

Skills

Research experience

Teaching experience

Mentorship

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Job description

University of Washington: Academic Personnel & Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences: NATURAL SCIENCES DIVISION: Physics

Location

Seattle WA

Open Date

Sep 30, 2026

Description

The Department of Physics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Washington invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month academic appointment, 3-year term, renewable, beginning Autumn 2027.

The base salary range for this position will be $11,000 - $14,444 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct research in experimental atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics; expand the department's existing AMO research efforts with neutral atoms and trapped ions; and develop an externally funded and impactful research program. Candidates will be evaluated based on their past research accomplishments and their commitments and prospects for effective teaching, mentorship, and outreach/community support.

All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.

Qualifications

Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:

A PhD (or foreign equivalent) in Physics or a related field is required by the start of the appointment.

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .

The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.

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