Assistant Professor - Physics

Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching & Instruction

• Teach core physics courses such as:

  • Classical Mechanics

  • Electromagnetism

  • Quantum Mechanics

  • Thermodynamics & Statistical Mechanics

  • General Physics (algebra-based and calculus-based)

• Develop and update course materials, syllabi, and laboratory experiments.

• Utilize innovative and inclusive teaching methodologies.

• Supervise undergraduate and/or graduate research projects.

• Maintain regular office hours and provide academic advising to students.

2. Research & Scholarship

• Establish and maintain an active, independent research program.

• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals.

• Apply for and secure external research funding (e.g., grants from government or private agencies).

• Present research at national and international conferences.

• Collaborate with faculty within and outside the department.

3. Service & Engagement

• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees.

• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.

• Engage in student recruitment and outreach initiatives.

• Participate in professional organizations and academic communities.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics or closely related field (completed by start date).

• Demonstrated ability or strong potential for effective teaching.

• Evidence of scholarly research and publication record.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Postdoctoral research experience.

• Record of external funding or potential to secure grants.

• Experience teaching diverse student populations.

• Expertise in a specialized area of physics (e.g., condensed matter, astrophysics, high-energy physics, biophysics, computational physics).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Commitment to academic excellence and student success.

• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment.

• Organizational and time-management skills.

Working Conditions

• Classroom and laboratory environments.

• May involve evening classes or research supervision.