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Job description
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida (UF) has an opening for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in experimental particle astrophysics to begin August 16, 2027. We seek highly qualified candidates from areas related to current and novel experimental dark matter direct detection searches. This position offers the opportunity to interact with and build upon the Department’s extensive research efforts in related and complementary directions, including dark matter detection (ADMX, ALPS, SuperCDMS), experimental particle physics (Belle II, COHERENT, CMS, DUNE, SBND), gravitational wave detection (LIGO, LISA, NANOGrav), theoretical astrophysics, and condensed matter physics. It also provides access to the world-class HiPerGator research computing center.
The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) and relevant postdoctoral research experience is preferred. Potential for establishing a well-recognized research program, excellence in teaching, and mentoring a diverse undergraduate and graduate student body is essential. The salary is competitive and includes a full benefits package.
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening including a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education. The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES); see
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to disability is needed to apply for this position, please call or the Florida Relay System at (TDD).
For more information, please contact Prof. Tarek Saab ( ).
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gainesville, FL, 32635, US
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