Assistant Professor of Physics - AI & Learning Frontiers

Physics World; Michigan; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Physics at the University of Michigan invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Physics to begin August 25, 2027. The search is open to all subfields and we welcome candidates with expertise in AI and the physics of learning.

Applicants must have a doctoral degree, and the successful candidate is expected to establish an independent, externally funded research program and contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a doctoral degree in physics or a closely related field.
• A commitment to establishing an independent, externally funded research program.
• Contribution to undergraduate and graduate teaching missions.

Responsibilities

• Establish an independent, externally funded research program.
• Teach and advise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contribute to departmental service and teaching missions.

Skills

Research leadership

Teaching

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Job description

The Department of Physics at the University of Michigan invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Physics to begin August 25, 2027. The search is open to all subfields and we welcome candidates with expertise in AI and the physics of learning.

Applicants must have a doctoral degree, and the successful candidate is expected to establish an independent, externally funded research program and contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching.