Faculty Position in Experimental or Theoretical Physics

Physics World; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

California Institute of Technology seeks outstanding candidates for faculty positions across all areas of experimental and theoretical physics. We invite applications from researchers with a Ph.D. in physics or related fields, committed to research, mentorship, and teaching, and ready to contribute to Caltech’s collaborative environment.

Consideration of applications will begin November 1, 2026. Caltech is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from all qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in physics or related field is required.
• Commitment to research, mentorship and teaching in a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
• Mentor graduate students and postdocs; participate in teaching duties.
• Contribute to the department's teaching and service missions.

Skills

Research

Teaching

Mentorship

Education

Ph.D. in Physics

Job description

The Division of Physics, Mathematics, and Astronomy at the California Institute of Technology invites applications for faculty positions in all areas of experimental and theoretical physics. We seek highly qualified candidates with a Ph.D. in physics or a related field who are committed to careers in research, mentorship, and teaching.

Consideration of applications will begin on November 1, 2026. Caltech welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and is committed to a selection process that values excellence and equal opportunity.

Applications should include:

1. a curriculum vitae.
2. a list of published and submitted papers.
3. a research statement describing research highlights and future plans.
4. an education statement that addresses the applicant’s thoughts on classroom and laboratory instruction, mentorship of students and postdoctoral scholars, and ways to foster an inclusive environment for the development of scholars who come to Caltech with many different perspectives and experiences.
5. at least three letters of reference uploaded by the letter writers.

Salaries for professorial faculty at Caltech fall in the range of $125 - $400k.

Questions about the application process may be directed to [e-mail].

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application materials must be submitted electronically at https://applications.caltech.edu/job/physics