The Physics Department of the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in theoretical physics, specifically in high energy phenomenology and/or nuclear theory. We seek candidates with outstanding research and a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring. The new faculty member will be part of the Amherst Center for Fundamental Interactions, http://www.physics.umass.edu/acfi/ and will complement existing strengths in theoretical high energy, nuclear, gravitational physics and cosmology. Further information about the Department's theoretical and experimental efforts can be found at http://www.physics.umass.edu/.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Physics or a related field with relevant post-doctoral experience.

Additional Information

Evaluation of applicants will begin on November 15, 2021 and may continue until a suitable candidate pool has been identified.

Expected start date of this position is September 1, 2022.

We are seeking talented applicants qualified for an assistant professor position. Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other ranks may receive consideration.

Application Instructions

Applications should include a (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) statement of research plans, (4) statement of teaching interests, (5) contact information for three or more references, and (6) a Statement of Contribution to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

The Diversity Statement should identify past experiences and future goals. These contributions may result from lived experiences, scholarship, and/or mentoring, teaching, and outreach activities. As part of a commitment to their own multicultural community, CNS seeks an individual with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and one who will understand and embrace university initiatives and aspirations (https://www.cns.umass.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion).

Please submit applications at the following link:

https://careers.umass.edu/amherst/en-us/job/510304/assistant-professor-particle-nuclear-phenomenology

All questions pertaining to this position can be directed to Lorenzo Sorbo (sorbo@physics.umass.edu), Chair of the search committee.

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