Associate Professor Of Physics

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
Salary is commensurate with experience + qualifica...
Onsite (nine-month faculty appointment with day shifts)
Theoretical and experimental condensed matter physics
Nonlinear optical properties of ferroelectric materials
Externally funded research program
The University of Arkansas is seeking an Associate Professor of Physics specializing in theoretical and experimental condensed matter physics/materials science to begin in Spring 2026. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Physics, a strong research portfolio, and a commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas invites applications for an Associate Professor of Physics position in theoretical and experimental condensed matter physics/materials science, potentially with tenure, to begin in the Spring of 2026.
  • The successful candidate is expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program and demonstrate a commitment to teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a comprehensive benefits package.

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The University of Arkansas is seeking an Associate Professor of Physics specializing in theoretical and experimental condensed matter physics/materials science to begin in Spring 2026. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Physics, a strong research portfolio, and a commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring.

Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications; Benefits: university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • theoretical and experimental condensed matter physics
  • nonlinear optical properties of ferroelectric materials
  • externally funded research program
  • teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate levels

Nice-to-have

  • interdisciplinary collaborations
  • develop effective undergraduate and graduate classes
  • mentoring students in independent research
  • collegial member of a collaborative faculty team

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Physics
  • active research agenda and scholarly activity
  • computational theoretical condensed matter physics
  • experimental nonlinear optics
  • proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Sponsorship: available

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