Regular Faculty - Physics

University of Idaho; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho's Physics Department invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Moscow. The appointee will build a robust research program across experimental, theoretical, or computational physics, aligning with department and College strengths.

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and/or graduate courses, with mentoring duties for students. Open until filled, with priority given to applications received by November 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in physics or closely related field is required.
• Demonstrated record of research activity in physics (peer-reviewed publications).
• Evidence of potential to secure external funding and to teach undergraduate and graduate courses.

Responsibilities

• Establish a strong research program in experimental, theoretical, or computational physics.
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses (3-credit hour per semester typical).
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in the physics program.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research funding ability

Education

Ph.D. in physics or closely related field

Job description

Primary Faculty Position Summary

The Physics Department at the University of Idaho is seeking to hire one tenure-track faculty member at the assistant professor level. We seek a faculty member who will establish strong research programs in experimental, theoretical, or computational physics that will complement or build on existing strengths within the department and the College of Science.

Regular Faculty

University of Idaho

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Division/College: College of Science

Department: Physics

Position Classification: Regular Faculty

Rank: Assistant Professor

Tenure Status: Tenure Track

Location: Moscow

FTE: 1.0

Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience

FLSA Status: Exempt

Type of Appointment: Academic Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date: 08/16/2027

Position Overview

The Physics Department at the University of Idaho is seeking to hire one tenure-track faculty member at the assistant professor level. We seek a faculty member who will establish strong research programs in experimental, theoretical, or computational physics that will complement or build on existing strengths within the department and the College of Science.

The department currently has faculty working on various topics in astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter, nuclear and quantum physics, optics, and planetary science, and the college is pursuing initiatives in biomedical and bioengineering fields. All areas will be considered.

Instructional duties for research active faculty typically include teaching one three-credit hour course per semester at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. These courses support university-wide physics education, as well as B.A., B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. programs in physics. The new faculty member will be expected to mentor undergraduate and graduate students in the physics program.

Scholarship duties include conducting research in physics, disseminating research through publications in refereed professional journals and presentations at conferences, and seeking external funding to support research activities.

Outreach duties include participating in activities related to community involvement and serving the professional physics community through scholarship.

Service duties include serving on department, college and/or university-level committees.

The College of Science is also recruiting new faculty in biology (ecological immunology), geography (health geography), geology (critical materials), and statistics or applied mathematics (for independent or collaborative research in nutrition and women's health).

Teaching & Advising Effort

35%

Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort

55%

Outreach & Extension Effort

5%

University Service & Leadership Effort

5%

Required Education

Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field.

Required Experience

• Record of research activity in physics, demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications

Preferred Experience

• Evidence of productive post-doctoral or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of potential to acquire external funding, demonstrated by submitted and/or funded proposals.
• Evidence of ability to teach University of Idaho undergraduate and graduate physics courses.
• Evidence of synergies with the existing research strengths in the department or college, described in the letter of application.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

N/A

POSTING INFORMATION

Open Until Filled: Yes

Contingency: N/A

Special Instructions to Applicants: This position will remain open until filled, however, applications received on or before November 15, 2026, will receive first consideration. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

Appropriate work authorization is required for this position. New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho is supported in limited circumstances from existing visa holders. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidate's eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at [e-mail] for additional visa eligibility information.

Visa Sponsorship: Uncertain

Degree Requirement Timeline: Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.