Job Description

Position Summary:

The Department of Physics at the University of South Florida, Tampa, seeks to fill a 9-month, full-time, tenure-earning position at the Assistant Professor level in experiment or theory in quantum materials, sensors, photonics, computing, and related fields. All areas that encompass new applications in healthcare, environmental sensing, secure communications, and information science are included. Preference will be given to candidates with existing strengths in these areas. The starting date is August 7, 2025.

Applicants must have a doctorate in Physics or a closely related field. Applicants must have relevant postdoctoral experience and demonstrate potential for attracting independent extramural funding. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will establish a nationally recognized research program, teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate level, and mentor student research at all levels. Questions regarding this search should be directed to Prof. Lilia Woods, Chair, Search Committee at [email protected] .

The Physics Department has strong research programs in experimental/theoretical biophysics, condensed matter, and optics. The University of South Florida also offers excellent opportunities to interact with research programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, including the Moffitt Cancer Center. The University of South Florida, a high-impact research university dedicated to student success and committed to community engagement, generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. With campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF serves approximately 50,000 students who represent nearly 150 different countries. For four consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked USF as one of the nation’s top 50 public universities, including USF’s highest ranking ever in 2023 (No. 42). In 2023, USF became the first public university in Florida in nearly 40 years to be invited to join the Association of American Universities (AAU), a prestigious group of the leading universities in the United States and Canada. Through hundreds of millions of dollars in research activity each year and as one of top universities in the world for securing new patents, USF is a leader in solving global problems and improving lives. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .

QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):

Minimum Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Physics or closely related field from an accredited institution with the demonstrated record of achievements in academic research, and must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

Preferred Qualifications: Relevant postdoctoral experience and demonstrated potential to attract extramural funding and teach at undergraduate and graduate level.