Assistant Professor in Physics

Stanford University · Stanford, CA, United States

Location
Stanford
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
June 17, 2026

Job Description

The Department of Physics at Stanford University is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in experimental, observational or theoretical astrophysics or cosmology (or combinations thereof). Applicants should exhibit the potential to build a world-leading, independent research program. They should possess good communication skills and a commitment to teaching and mentoring. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field and will be expected to teach courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The term of appointment is expected to begin on September 1, 2025.

Candidates should apply through Stanford Faculty Positions (https://facultypositions.stanford.edu/en-us/listing/) and submit:

· a cover letter

· curriculum vitae (including a complete publication list); candidates should indicate with bold text or asterisk their most impactful three to five publications

· a combined research and t...

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