Experimental Physics-Assistant Professor

Company: The California State University
Location: Pomona
Posted on: May 7, 2025

Job Description:

Experimental Physics-Assistant ProfessorJob no: 543338 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Tenured/Tenure-Track Location: Pomona Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Natural Sciences, On-site (work in-person at business location)Position DescriptionCalifornia State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in the Department of Physics and Astronomy. The Assistant Professor of Experimental Physics will teach undergraduate physics classes at all levels, including junior- and senior-level laboratory courses (e.g., optics, electronics, etc.) and establish a research program that involves undergraduate students in publishable research. The position requires excellence in teaching and advising, professional and scholarly achievements, and a strong commitment to serving the university and its students.Minimum requirements include:

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Experimental Physics or a closely related field. (Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.)
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to teach and develop junior- and senior-level physics laboratory courses.
• Evidence of ongoing research in experimental physics or a closely related field, including peer-reviewed publications.
• A plan for establishing an active experimental physics research program involving undergraduate students.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusivity and equity. Evidence should be provided in a Student Success Statement that responds to the prompt above - "Inclusive Excellence and Student Success."Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience as a postdoctoral researcher or visiting professor.
  • Classroom teaching experience, as an instructor or teaching assistant in a physics lecture class or laboratory.
  • Experience supervising undergraduate students in research.Application Process:A completed application will consist of:
    • Cover letter describing your interest in the position, relevant experience, and how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications;
    • A Student Success Statement (up to 2 pages, single-spaced) that responds to the prompt above and addresses at least two of the inclusive excellence criteria listed;
    • Statement of teaching experience and philosophy (2 pages maximum);
    • Statement of research interests and plans, outlining a program of research projects that can be accomplished with the participation of undergraduate students (3 pages maximum, including figures, data tables, and bibliography);
    • The names and contact information for at least three individuals who can serve as references.Conditions of Employment:The person offered this position is required to pass a background check.Applications must be received by Monday, November 25, 2024.Please direct inquiries to the Search Committee Chair, Prof. Ertan Salik: esalik@cpp.edu.Salary Range for academic year, nine-month appointment: $90,000 - $94,800.Equal Opportunity EmployerCalifornia State Polytechnic University, Pomona is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The university seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the people of California.
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