The Department of Physics at Yale University (http://physics.yale.edu) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in Experimental High Energy Physics. Applications that are complete by December 1, 2024, will receive full consideration.
We encourage applicants conducting research in all areas of experimental high energy physics, with a preference for candidates who will strengthen and/or complement the existing collider-based efforts at Yale. The department participates in the ATLAS collaboration, as well as other smaller experiments, and Yale University is also making significant investments in data science, artificial intelligence, and instrumentation development. We welcome candidates whose work intersects with these fields.
The successful candidate is expected to:
Initiate a vibrant research program.
Be an engaged member of the Physics Department.
Excel in teaching physics courses at the undergraduate and graduate level.
The anticipated start date for the position is July 1, 2025.
Required Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field is required at the time of hire.
Demonstrated potential for establishing a strong research program in experimental high energy physics.
A commitment to excellence in teaching and mentorship.
Application Process
Applicants should create a profile in Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/157486) and submit the following documents:
A cover letter.
A curriculum vitae (CV).
A research statement (up to 4 pages), highlighting future research plans both short-term and long-term. This
statement should also include the candidate’s vision for building and maintaining an inclusive research
group.
A teaching statement (up to 2 pages), including a description of the candidate’s philosophy and experience.
A list of 3-5 of the candidate's most significant publications, annotated with a description of their
contributions. Copies of the papers are not required.
In addition, applicants should arrange for 3-4 referees to upload letters of recommendation by the due date.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. We also welcome nominations for the position, which should be directed to the email address below. Please address questions and nominations to the chair of the search committee, Nikhil Padmanabhan, via PhysParticleSearch@mailman.yale.edu.
Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.