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Job description
University of Idaho Moscow, ID USA Posted Nov 25, 2025 Due Nov 20, 2026
Physics
Job Description
Position: Assistant Professor – Physics (Tenure-Track)
Type: Full-Time, Regular Faculty
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Location: Moscow, Idaho, USA
Posted: 11/18/2025
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled (first consideration for applications received by 01/10/2026)
Start Date: August 17, 2026
Position Overview
Establish a strong research program in experimental, theoretical, or computational physics .
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
Teach typically one 3-credit course per semester , with research-active faculty teaching a reduced load (1:1).
Participate in outreach, community involvement, and service on department/college/university committees.
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field by time of hire.
Record of research activity in physics, demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications.
Evidence of synergy with existing departmental or college research strengths.
Preferred Qualifications
Productive postdoctoral experience or equivalent.
Potential to secure external research funding .
Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate physics courses beyond TA duties.
Duties & Responsibilities
Teaching & Advising: 35%
University Service & Leadership: 5%
Required Application Materials
Resume/CV
List of three references
Letter of application (max 3 pages, describing research complementing department strengths and support for diverse student experiences)
Statement of teaching (max 3 pages, detailing teaching experience, methods, and style)
Statement of research (max 3 pages, outlining research experience, future plans, and funding strategy)
Additional Notes
Work authorization required; new H-1B sponsorship currently not supported.
Criminal background check required for final candidates.
The department has strengths in astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter, nuclear/quantum physics, optics, and planetary science , with initiatives in biomedical and bioengineering fields.
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