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Required Education:
Doctorate
Internal Number: JR244
The University of Northern Iowa's Department of Physics seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position, starting in August 2025. Duties include teaching a variety of undergraduate physics and materials science/engineering courses; contributing to a new materials science and engineering program; conducting research capable of attracting extramural funding and involving undergraduates; and participating in service activities.
The Department of Physics comprises of six faculty members and offers a BS degree in physics and BA degrees in physics and physics teaching. In addition, a dual BS physics/engineering degree program is offered, and the department contributes to a new materials science & engineering program. The Department of Physics also participates in a MA science education program and an online physics endorsement program for teachers. The department prides itself on the quality of its instruction and the early involvement of undergraduates in research. Outreach to high school students is also emphasized. Current research includes condensed-matter physics (experimental and computational), computational biophysics, and science education. Research collaboration is extensive among faculty both within and outside the department. Computing resources include a computer cluster (8 CPUs, 4 GPUs, 32 cores per unit) connected with high-speed networking for parallel computing applications. Major experimental research equipment includes atomic force microscope, scanning electron microscope, scanning tunneling microscope, focused ion-beam microscope, Physical Property Measurement System, and tube furnaces. Additional information can be found at www.physics.uni.edu.
The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. Building on its historic excellence in teacher education, the University has developed outstanding programs in business, natural and health sciences, engineering technology, humanities and fine arts, and social and behavioral sciences with advanced degrees available in select programs. UNI enjoys national recognition for its high educational standards. U.S. News and World Report has ranked UNI second among Midwest public universities for many years. The university’s size – over 9,200 students – allows it to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices of a large university, while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere. For more information about UNI and the Waterloo-Cedar Falls metro area in which it is located, visit www.uni.edu and livethevalley.com.
Required Qualifications: Earned PhD in physics with expertise in experimental condensed-matter or materials physics; the potential to establish a productive research program that can involve undergraduate students; and qualifications to teach physics and materials science/engineering courses through the advanced undergraduate level required.
Preferred Qualifications: Postdoctoral research experience; teaching experience at the undergraduate level; research experience in quantum matter or soft matter; and ability to strengthen departmental recruitment, retention and outreach efforts preferred.
For more information, please contact Ali Tabei, Search Committee Chair, at 319-273-2475 or by e-mail at seyed.tabei@uni.edu. Applications received by 11/30/2024 will receive full consideration. Pre-employment background checks required. Curriculum Vita; research plan; statement of teaching philosophy; and cover letter required when applying.
UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.
As one of Iowa’s three public universities, the University of Northern Iowa is known for designing robust and practical learning experiences — the kind that gives our students the career edge they need in fields like education and business. But most importantly, we're passionate about our students. With over 90 degree programs and a community of supportive faculty, we’re here to help you chase your dreams. With a vibrant campus community and endless opportunities to explore, we promise to keep things interesting along the way.
The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. Building on its historic excellence in teacher education, the university has developed outstanding programs in business, natural sciences, humanities and fine arts, and social and behavioral sciences with advanced degrees available in many programs.
UNI is nestled in the middle of the vibrant Cedar Valley, an area that offers the perfect combination of history, culture and technology, and a community of people who treat each other like family. Whether it’...s our hospitality or one-of-a-kind shops, attractions and events, you’ll love visiting Cedar Falls with your family and friends. You won’t just enjoy visiting the Cedar Valley, but you’ll love living here, too.
We believe every position is vital to the university’s success; from maintaining campus facilities and grounds to leading a classroom, every employee makes a difference.
With an enrollment of more than 9,000 students, faculty and staff enjoy a similar environment as our students - a large university environment with a small college atmosphere - where they can stand out and excel. A few of the recurring recognitions we take pride in include the U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Midwest Universities” and recognition as a Best Place for Working Parents employer.
The American Association for State Colleges and Universities recognized UNI with two national awards: The Excellence and Innovation Award for UNI’s Course Embedded Peer Mentor Program and the Regional and Economic Development Award for UNI’s Regional Entrepreneurship Project that has positively impacted 17 Iowa counties in five economically challenged regions. The work done on campus has a positive impact not only on our local community, but across the state and beyond.
The AVS Career Center has listings for the latest science and engineering jobs in specialized disciplines like applied physics, astrophysics, atomic and molecular physics, mechanical engineering, plasma physics, materials science and engineering, fluid mechanics and dynamics, optics and lasers, and electrical engineering plus teaching jobs for assistant, associate, and full professor roles. Find a job here as a computational or experimental physicist, postdoctoral appointee, fellow, or researcher.
