Description

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at California State University, San Bernardino invites applications from a diverse group of qualified applicants for an Assistant Professor tenure-track position to begin August 2026. The Department offers B.A. and B.S. degrees in Physics, with minors in astronomy and applied physics, and is currently in the planning stages for an interdisciplinary M.S. degree in Materials Science, which is associated with the Center for Advanced Functional Materials (https://www.csusb.edu/center-advanced-functional-materials). 

We welcome applications in all areas of research in physics. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience teaching and conducting research in the areas of quantum, AMO, or materials sciences and can help support the masters degree program in materials science, as well as teach a broad spectrum of undergraduate physics courses.  The successful candidate will join an intellectually stimulating and innovative academic environment that embraces diversity. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from all groups historically underrepresented in Physics and STEM fields, including intersections across multiple groups. Formal review of applications will begin December 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit:

https://careers.csusb.edu/en-us/job/552502/department-of-physics-astronomy-assistant-professor

Requirements

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Physics, maintain a robust and ongoing research agenda, and mentor students at the undergraduate level. Candidates will be expected to maintain an active research program appropriate for an undergraduate institution that affords research opportunities for students. Depending on their background, the candidate may teach and advise students in research within the Materials Science M.S. program. The candidate will also academically advise students and perform career related service roles on and off campus for the department, college, university and professional societies. Furthermore, the candidate will also lead activities that will advance scholarly excellence in Physics. 

The successful candidate will be expected to meet the traditional requirements of excellence in teaching, active scholarly and professional work, and service to the University and community.