Open-Rank Theoretical HEP Faculty — Lead Research

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track faculty position in theoretical high energy physics at the intersection of high energy physics and astrophysics. The appointment may be at Assistant, Associate, or Professor level and will begin Autumn 2027.

The successful candidate will bolster HEP theory, QFT, and string theory efforts and may engage with CCAPP. We seek leaders who will build a productive, well-funded, internationally prominent research program, teach

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a PhD in Physics or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Foster cross-disciplinary research with sustained impact.
• Develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program.
• Have a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring.
• Contribute to the teaching (graduate and undergraduate) and service missions of the University.

Education

PhD in Physics or closely related field

Job description

The Ohio State University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track faculty position in theoretical high energy physics at the intersection of high energy physics and astrophysics. The appointment may be at Assistant, Associate, or Professor level and will begin Autumn 2027.

The successful candidate will bolster HEP theory, QFT, and string theory efforts and may engage with CCAPP. We seek leaders who will build a productive, well-funded, internationally prominent research program, teach