Assistant Professor in Physics (Stanford University)

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 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 teaching/mentoring statement (no more than three single-spaced pages) – and upload  this  “Statement of Research Interests” to the application website
• a brief (no more than 300 words) summary of their expected research program – upload to “Additional Supporting Files” on application website
• the contact information for at least three and no more than five letters of recommendation

The Physics Department, School of Humanities & Sciences, and Stanford University value faculty who will help foster an inclusive academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and outlooks. Candidates may choose to include as part of their research and teaching statements a brief discussion about how their work and experience will further these ideals.

The salary range for this position is $128,000 - $152,000 for academic year 2025–26.

Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; and internal equity. 

For full consideration, materials must be received by November 1, 2024. Late applications may be considered at the discretion of the search committee.

Further information about Stanford Physics may be found at physics.stanford.edu. Significant research in astrophysics is conducted under the auspices of the Kavli Institute for Particle Astrophysics and Cosmology; see kipac.stanford.edu. Application inquiries should be directed to facultyaffairs_physics@stanford.edu.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical missions.