The Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position, to start August 2022, in the field of Experimental Particle Collider Physics. 

 

Existing faculty in the department have an ongoing research program with the CMS experiment at the Large Hadron Collider, and the new position is intended to further expand this CMS program. 

Related research activities in the department include experimental searches for dark matter, neutrinoless double beta decay and magnetic monopoles, as well as research programs in experimental astroparticle physics and theoretical high-energy physics. More information about the department can be found on the department’s website www.physics.ua.edu. 

The minimum qualifications for this position are a Ph.D. or equivalent, postdoctoral experience, and a record of scholarly publications commensurate with experience.

Candidates for this position are expected to have an outstanding research record and exhibit potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate is expected to develop a high quality, externally funded research program, as well as teach and mentor at the undergraduate and graduate levels. 

Applications must be submitted online at the University of Alabama website: 

Applications should consist of a curriculum vitae, including descriptions of the applicant’s accomplishments, research interests and teaching philosophy, and a list of publications with citation counts. 

Applicants should also arrange for at least three letters of recommendation to be sent electronically to Prof. Paolo Rumerio at: pgrumerio@ua.edu or by mail to: 

Prof. Paolo Rumerio 

Department of Physics and Astronomy 

Box 870324 

Tuscaloosa, AL, 35487. 

 

We will begin reviewing applications on December 31, 2021 and the review process will continue until the position is filled.  

The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

For additional information, contact the search committee chair, Prof. Paolo Rumerio (pgrumerio@ua.edu).