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Assistant Professor - Physics
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Position Number: 5690251
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Science - Physics

Assistant Professor - Physics

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Position DescriptionThe Department Physics and Astronomy in the College of Arts and Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in experimental or theoretical condensed/soft matter physics. The starting date for the position is September 1, 2025.

Position Description
The Department Physics and Astronomy in the College of Arts and Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in experimental or theoretical condensed/soft matter physics. The starting date for the position is September 1, 2025.

Major/Essential Functions
Complement existing research areas in the TTU Condensed Matter group by bringing in new interests and capabilities while also having potential for collaborative interactions. Teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

Required Qualifications

PhD in Physics, or a related field.
A minimum of three years of post-doctoral experience. However, an outstanding early-career research record may substitute for this requirement.
Evidence of high-quality teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level by providing a summary of student teaching evaluations or a letter from a department chair. However, an outstanding teaching assistant record may be substituted for this requirement.
A strong track record of publications.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to conduct research that complements existing areas and fosters productive interactions with current faculty, subject to but not limited in condensed matter field.
Experience working with diverse student populations and first-generation students is highly desirable.
Demonstrated interest in and capacity for doing outreach and service tasks
A record of submissions indicative of an active pursuit of external research funding is desirable.

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.