The Department of Physics at Purdue University Fort Wayne invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics position starting Spring 2025 (or Fall 2025 in special circumstance). The requirements are a Ph.D. in Physics or closely related areas (including all-but-defense Ph.D. candidates). Preference will be given to the field of Astronomy, Biophysics, Astrobiology, and Materials Science. This position will consist of teaching 3 courses per semester and research. The candidate will receive mentoring and constructive feedback from seasoned faculty to support professional growth.

The Physics Department offers a B.S. degree in Physics (with six optional concentrations: Astronomy/AstroPhysics, Biomedical, Computational, Engineering, Materials Science, and Optoelectronics and Photonics). We have approximately 70 undergraduate physics majors. We have a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education with heavy involvement of students in research. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the success of our program. (For more information, see: http://pfw.edu/physics).

The Department is committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including research, teaching and service/engagement.  Candidates should address advancing diversity in at least one of these areas in their cover letter, indicating their past experiences, current interests or activities, and/or future goals to promote a climate that values diversity and inclusion.

Submit a cover letter, CV, a 1-2 page teaching philosophy, a research plan, and three reference letters or reference contacts to https://careers.purdue.edu/FW/go/FW-Faculty/7720100/ Review of applications will start on October 1st and continue until the position is filled. First round Phone/Video interview will start in late October. Candidates invited for an on-site interview will need to prepare a 45-60 minute instructional student presentation in addition to a research presentation suitable for undergraduate students. PFW is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. The position is contingent on available funding and a satisfactory background records check. Purdue will provide visa sponsorship for this position.

About Purdue University, Fort Wayne

Purdue University Fort Wayne (PFW) is the largest university in northeast Indiana, offering 25 graduate and over 100 prestigious Purdue University undergraduate degrees and certificates. More than 10,000 students of diverse ages, races and nationalities belong to the PFW family. The 594-acre campus in Fort Wayne is home to over 7,000 degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate students. Through PFW’s partnerships with area high schools, almost 3,000 high school students take dual-credit courses, simultaneously earning both high school and college credits. PFW is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Learn more about us at PFW.edu.

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