Tenure-Track Physicist — Undergrad Research & Teaching

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Williamstown (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics in Williamstown, MA, with teaching starting September 2027. We seek a theoretical or computational physicist eager to teach the undergraduate curriculum and involve undergraduates in research. A Ph.D.

in physics or a closely related field is required and must be completed by July 2027; postdoctoral experience is preferred. Startup funds will be available.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a Ph.D. in physics or closely related field and complete their Ph.D. by July 2027.
• Open to theoretical or computational physicists who will teach throughout the undergraduate curriculum.
• Postdoctoral experience preferred and startup funds will be available.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence within the department.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate physics courses across the curriculum.
• Develop an active research program involving undergraduate students.
• Contribute to departmental service and collegial activities.
• Engage in efforts to diversify ideas and perspectives within the department.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Research with undergraduates

Theoretical/computational physics

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Education

Ph.D. in Physics or closely related field

Job description

Williams College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics in Williamstown, MA, with teaching starting September 2027. We seek a theoretical or computational physicist eager to teach the undergraduate curriculum and involve undergraduates in research. A Ph.D.

in physics or a closely related field is required and must be completed by July 2027; postdoctoral experience is preferred. Startup funds will be available.