Assistant Professor Of Physics

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: commensurate with experience + qualification...
Quantitative systems neuroscience research
Statistical physics of living systems
Computational/theoretical neuro/bio expertise
The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution ranked among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution ranked among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity.
  • The position involves a standard nine-month faculty appointment with duties including 40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% service.
  • The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and retirement program contributions.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution ranked among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity.

Salary

Base: Commensurate with experience and qualifications; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Quantitative systems neuroscience research
  • Statistical physics of living systems
  • Computational/theoretical neuro/bio expertise
  • Graduate and undergraduate teaching
  • Collaborations with neuroscience/biophysics labs
  • Strong research publication record
  • Mentoring graduate and undergraduate students

Nice-to-have

  • Brain-gut-microbiome interactions knowledge
  • Advanced machine learning and data analytics
  • Microbial and molecular biophysics experience
  • Commitment to service efforts
  • Healthy work-life balance culture
  • Vibrant academic work environment

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in physics or related field
  • Exceptional research record in neuroscience/biophysics
  • Strong potential for collaborative research
  • Evidence of teaching and mentoring ability
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the US

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

Sponsorship: available

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