Assistant Professor in Experimental Particle Astrophysics

Laplace Expert Ltd; Gainesville (FL); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Florida invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in experimental particle astrophysics focusing on dark-matter direct-detection searches. The successful candidate will build an independent research program and collaborate across physics and astrophysics groups.

The appointment includes teaching, mentoring, and departmental service within the Department of Physics. Start date planned for Aug 16, 2027, with reference code 541316.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in physics or a related field.
• Postdoctoral experience is preferred.
• Experimental particle astrophysics, dark-matter detection.

Aufgaben

• Establish an independent research programme in experimental particle astrophysics.
• Lead teaching and mentoring within the Department of Physics.
• Engage in departmental service and collaborations.

Kenntnisse

Research leadership

Teaching

Mentoring

Grant development

Ausbildung

PhD in physics or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Assistant Professor in Experimental Particle Astrophysics

University of Florida · Department of Physics

Florida, United States

Apply by 08 Nov 2026

About This Opportunity

The University of Florida seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in experimental particle astrophysics, particularly current or novel dark-matter direct-detection searches. Applications close on 8 November 2026 at 11:55 PM Eastern Time.

This faculty appointment expands UF Physics in experimental particle astrophysics with a focus on dark-matter direct detection. The successful candidate will establish an independent research programme that can interact with existing efforts in dark-matter searches, particle physics, gravitational-wave detection, theoretical astrophysics and condensed matter physics. The role also includes teaching, mentoring and departmental service. UF specifically highlights connections to experiments such as ADMX, ALPS and SuperCDMS while welcoming new experimental directions in dark-matter detection.

Position Details

Level Researcher

Time Commitment Full-time

Start Date Aug 16, 2027

Reference Code 541316

Field Experimental Particle Astrophysics and Dark Matter

Specialization Physics and Astronomy

Organization Type University

Requirements

• Education: PhD in physics or a related field.
• Experience: Postdoctoral experience is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Experimental particle astrophysics, Dark-matter detection.
• General Skills: Research leadership, Teaching, Mentoring, Grant development.