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Tucson, AZ, United States
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Assistant Professor
Posting Number req16679
Department Physics
Department Website Link https://w3.physics.arizona.edu/
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

The University of Arizona (UA) Physics Department invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in experimental particle physics starting Fall 2024. The existing group includes four faculty and one research professor with research focus on the ATLAS experiment. The group is pursuing a variety of beyond-the-Standard Model searches and interpretations in LHC Run 3 as well as holding several responsibilities for HL-LHC detector upgrades.

The group invites applications from members of all experimental particle physics collaborations, and from those in related fields including Instrumentation, Quantum Information, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning. The search will be a broad one.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here .

Duties & Responsibilities
  • The successful candidate will have a proven track record in innovative research in experimental particle physics. In addition to establishing a leading research program, the successful candidate will also be expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching and service in the Physics Department, as well as to take proactive steps to improve diversity in our department and in the field of experimental particle physics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to collaborate
  • Contributions to improving diversity
Minimum Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Physics or related field
  • Postdoctoral experience in experimental particle physics (or equivalent)
Preferred Qualifications
  • Record of leadership in the field
  • Teaching experience
  • Demonstrated record of innovation in physics analysis
  • Experience in developing instrumentation and/or the associated firmware/software.
Rank Assistant Professor
Tenure Information Tenure Track (T/TE)
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Academic
Job Category Faculty
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay Competitive salary depending on experience
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 8/15/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Erich Varnes, Search Committee Chair
varnes@physics.arizona.edu
Open Date 8/2/2023
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents
Special Instructions to Applicant Please upload the following items with your application:
  • Cover Letter with a description of research focus and teaching experience (1 page max.)
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research Statement with a description of significant research accomplishments and a plan for future research (4 pages max.)
  • Statement of Teaching Philosophy (2 pages max.)
  • Contact information for a minimum of three professional references.
Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution and a Native American/Alaska Native-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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