Assistant Professor - Tenure Track in Theoretical Physics

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook University’s C.N. Yang Institute for Theoretical Physics (YITP) invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor in formal quantum field theory and/or quantum gravity. The anticipated start date is 9/1/27.

The successful candidate will pursue a vigorous research program and contribute to teaching and mentorship across the department. The faculty member will engage in independent research, collaborate with YITP and Physics & Astronomy colleagues, supervise graduate

Qualifications

• PhD degree or foreign equivalent in theoretical physics or closely related field, with an established record of outstanding independent research, including topics in quantum field theory.
• Stony Brook University is committed to diversity and an inclusive learning and working environment; all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in quantum field theory and related areas.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in physics.
• Mentor graduate students and postdoctoral researchers.
• Participate in departmental, university and professional service.

Skills

Quantum field theory

Quantum gravity

Theoretical physics

Independent research

Education

PhD in theoretical physics

Job description

Location: Stony Brook University

Open Date: Oct 26, 2026

Deadline: Mar 01, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The C.N. Yang Institute for Theoretical Physics (YITP) at Stony Brook University http://insti.physics.sunysb.edu/itp/www/) seeks applications for a tenure track assistant professor position with an emphasis on research in formal quantum field theory and/or quantum gravity, and related areas and applications. Anticipated start date is 9/1/27.

The successful candidate should have a documented record of research accomplishment in their field. The faculty member will perform research on topics of the member's choice in quantum field theory, broadly defined, possibly in addition to other topics in theoretical physics. The faculty member may collaborate with any other members of the YITP and Department of Physics and Astronomy with shared interests, as well as with peers at other educational institutes and research laboratories. Institute faculty members are expected to engage in independently funded research characterized by creativity and vision, with a strong commitment to the teaching and mentorship missions of the Institute and the Department of Physics and Astronomy.

The faculty member will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses at the Department of Physics and Astronomy and will be expected to encourage and participate in the research and mentorship of graduate students and postdoctoral associates. The faculty member will participate in departmental, university and professional service.

Review of applications will begin on 12/15/26.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

PhD degree or foreign equivalent in theoretical physics or closely related field, with an established record of outstanding independent research, including topics in quantum field theory.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information,veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.