Physics Faculty Position

18 hours ago


Amherst, Massachusetts, United States UMass Amherst Full time

About UMass Amherst

The University of Massachusetts Amherst, a public research university in the Commonwealth's flagship campus, offers a diverse range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. Located on nearly 1,450 acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, our campus is part of the Five Colleges (Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which fosters an intellectually rich environment.

Job Summary

We invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position in theoretical or computational physics with expertise in soft matter, statistical physics, or biomaterials. Our department has a thriving community of researchers working on these topics, both theory and experiment, and we seek candidates with a strong research plan to complement our existing strengths.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Carry out original research in soft matter, statistical physics, or biomaterials
  • Tutor and mentor students at the undergraduate and graduate levels
  • Participate in service activities within the department and university

Requirements

A Ph.D. degree in Physics or a related field, along with relevant postdoctoral experience, are required. We also expect the candidate to have excellent teaching skills and a strong record of research productivity.

Estimated Salary: $120,000 per year



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