Assistant Professor of Physics

Northeastern Illinois University; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of Illinois benefits

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 complete teaching, research and service activities in the Department of Physics.

The candidate will teach a wide range of courses from General Education to Advanced courses, engage undergraduate students in research, and participate in department, college and university service initiatives.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. degree 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 research projects.
• Participate in service activities at the department, college and university levels.

Education

Ph.D. in Physics

Job description

Job Summary

Northeastern offers a rewarding working environment for our students and employees. Our faculty and staff are smart, dedicated people who work to create an excellent urban university experience for bright and motivated students. 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, and post-doctoral experience is desirable. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.

Application Materials

Applicants should submit letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy and research program, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness, 3 letters of recommendation, at least one of which addresses the applicant’s teaching ability, and a copy of your most recent transcript as a single pdf file through the Workday application system. Review of applications begins 1/25/2027. 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.

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

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.

Campus Locations

Northeastern Illinois University's Main Campus is located on 67 acres in a residential area on the Northwest Side of Chicago. The University has three additional locations in the metropolitan area: the Jacob H. Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies, El Centro and the Center for College Access and Success. Northeastern also is a founding member of the University Center of Lake County consortium campus in suburban Lake County, north of Chicago. Northeastern offers more than 40 undergraduate degree and certificate programs and more than 50 graduate degree, certificate, licensure and endorsement programs.