Assistant Professor of Physics

Northeastern Illinois University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Physics beginning Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach a broad range of courses from General Education to Advanced courses and will engage undergraduate students in research activities.

The hire will participate in service at the department, college and university levels and must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field is required.
• Post-doctoral experience is desirable.
• Strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach a wide range of courses from General Education to Advanced courses in the Physics Curriculum.
• Engage undergraduate students in research activities, including honors projects.
• Participate in service activities at the department, college and university levels.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Undergraduate research mentoring

Education

PhD in physics or related field

Job description

Job Summary

NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY, Department of Physics invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Physics beginning Fall 2027.

The successful candidate will complete teaching, research and service activities in the Department of Physics.

Job Description

As an Assistant Professor of Physics, the successful candidate will be expected to teach a wide range of courses from General Education to Advanced courses in the Physics Curriculum. The candidate will be expected to engage undergraduate students in research activities. This may include honors research projects. The new hire will also be expected to participate in service activities at the department, college and university levels. This may include representing the Department of Physics on college and/or university committees and initiatives.

Minimal Qualifications

• A Ph.D. degree in physics or a closely related field is required.
• Post-doctoral experience is desirable.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.

NEIU will consider applications from individuals who have valid work authorization in the United States (including those holding valid F-1 and H-1B status) and who currently reside in and are physically within the United States. The University is unable to consider applications from any individual who is outside of the United States and will require consular processing to obtain an H-1B visa.

This position requires a background check.

Review of applications begins 1/25/2027.

Salary Range

$65,000-$68,000

Benefits

University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). Please visit our Employee Benefits page to learn more about our comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision benefits, sick and vacation days, and participation in the State Universities Retirement System.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

Northeastern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as other qualified individuals. Northeastern Illinois University's positions are contingent upon the University's receipt of its State of Illinois appropriation.