The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California invites highly qualified experimental physicists to apply for an academic-year tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the fields of Neutrino Physics, Particle Astrophysics, Cosmology and Gravitational Waves. We have recently made new faculty appointments in experimental gravitational waves, experimental dark matter searches, and cosmic microwave background observations. This appointment will complement them.

The position has an anticipated start date of July 1, 2024. Candidates should possess a record of demonstrated excellence in research. The successful candidate is expected to establish an outstanding and well-funded research program involving graduate students and postdoctoral scientists, and to contribute to departmental teaching at all levels. We are seeking an independent researcher, who will build a significant on-campus research effort on the forefront of an experimental program in this general area of physics that will complement existing programs in our department.

The current 9-month base pay range is $74,600 to $97,200. Additional compensation may include summer salary from research grant funds. Other components of pay are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

Candidates for this position are required to have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics or a related field. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input.

To apply: submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications, a statement of research and teaching objectives, a statement addressing the candidate’s past and potential future contributions to promote academic diversity and arrange to have at least three referees submit their letter of recommendation directly via the AP Recruit site at https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF01765.

Review of applications will commence on November 19th, 2023, and proceed until position is filled. For full consideration, applicants should submit their complete applications prior to the above date.

For more information about this position, please contact Barry Barish, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Physics and Astronomy, at barry.barish@ucr.edu. For questions on application procedures and requirements, please contact Mrs. Christina Taylor, Academic Personnel, at christina.taylor@ucr.edu.

UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

University of California COVID-19 Vaccination Program Policy: As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs (https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy), as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Physics & Astronomy Department
College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
University of California, Riverside

We invite applications for a postdoc position in theoretical and computational soft condensed matter and biophysics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at UC Riverside working with Professor Roya Zandi. As part of the Zandi group, the candidate will have the opportunity to work collaboratively on a variety of projects including elasticity theory of two-dimensional surfaces, virus assembly and formation, conformations of RNA and other polyelectrolytes in confined regions, motor-driven intracellular transport, heterogeneous active matter and fluctuation-induced (Casimir) forces in various systems.  

The position is part of a multidisciplinary, multi-campus effort connected to the established UC Consortium on Coronavirus Research.  The primary goal of the group is to elucidate the mechanisms of the assembly of coronaviruses using analytical theory and computer simulation.  The postdoc will work closely with Roya Zandi at UC Riverside in collaboration with Ajay Gopinathan (UC Merced) and Patrice Koehl (UC Davis). The postdoc will also work closely with the experimentalists on three campuses to develop theory and numerical simulation for the design, analysis, and interpretation of relevant experiments. The position comes with multiple opportunities for professional development and meaningful mentorship, outreach and community engagement.

Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. 

To apply, candidates should send their application materials to roya.zandi@ucr.edu, including a CV, a list of publications, and contact information of three references. Women and under-represented minorities are encouraged to apply.

The Positronium Science Group at UCR is looking for a qualified person to fill an experimental Postdoctoral Scholar position. Qualified candidates will have received a Ph.D. in plasma physics or a related field and have a demonstrated background in experimental plasma science. The Postdoctoral position involves (1) the creation of quasi-neutral electron-positron plasmas inside a cavity buried in a solid, (2) development of time-resolved diagnostics to characterize density and temperature of the evolving electron-positron plasmas. The Postdoctoral scholar will have access to a unique positron source delivering >10 million positrons per pulse in a small spot to load the buried cavity with positrons as well as copious secondary electrons created during the positron implantation and stopping process. We seek applicants with demonstrated laboratory, technical, and software expertise. Experience with microwave diagnostics is a plus but early work will concentrate on more easily characterized plasma densities with plasma frequencies <500 MHz.  The responsibilities of this position will include experimental efforts, analysis of data using advanced numerical techniques, writing and publishing results in scientific journals, and oral presentations of results. This work will be performed under the supervision of faculty in the UCR Physics and Astronomy Department who are experts in positron science and time-resolved optical probes of matter. Work will take place onsite at UCR. Hiring is contingent on having the right to work in the U.S. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, a current CV, and two letters of reference to Prof. Harry Tom at Harry.Tom@UCR.edu 

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

  UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.  

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California invites applicants for a full-time Assistant Project Scientist to conduct applied research for the Arratia Lab in Riverside, CA. This position will start on 1/1/2024. The purpose of this position is to perform research and coordinate work performed within the EIC California consortium with the goal to maximize its impact and find new ways to collaborate. Propose original ways in which detectors can be optimized. These results of this research will be published by the candidate in papers. The final candidate will assist Postdoctoral researchers, students, and Visiting Scholars at UCR.

The current base pay range for this position is $71,500 to $91,000 annually.

Basic qualifications for this position that must be met by the date of application include: Ph.D. in Physics, demonstrated skills in Experimental Nuclear Physics/Particle Physics. 3 years of experience post PhD.
Preferred qualifications for this position include: Demonstrated knowledge in EIC related physics and R&D, outstanding work ethics, supervisory experience, and prior scientific publications. UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.
Advancement through the Project Scientist ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years each of which includes substantial peer input.
To apply: submit Curriculum Vitae and Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence to https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF01860. Review of applications will commence on 12/31/23 and proceed until position is filled. For full consideration, applicants should submit their complete applications prior to the above date.
For more information about this position, please contact Dr. Miguel Arratia Munoz, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Physics and Astronomy, at Miguel.arratia@ucr.edu. For questions on application procedures and requirements, please contact Mrs. Christina Taylor, Administrative Coordinator, at christina.taylor@ucr.edu.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HRSU). Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
University of California COVID-19 Vaccination Program Policy: As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The Department of Physics & Astronomy is seeking a Sr. Contract & Grant Analyst 3 to assist principal investigators (PIs) with pre- and post-award administration of contracts and grants. Under general direction from the Financial Operations Manager, the incumbent will provide leadership and high-level technical support for the proposal submission process and post-award fund administration. This support will include developing a broad foundation of sponsor and university policies. The incumbent will work with a variety of federal and some non-federal sponsors including NSF, NASA, and the Department of Energy, and will be responsible for proposals and awards of diverse scope. This includes analysis of data thorough understanding of complex regulations and guiding principal investigators in the management of their funds. Proposals and awards may involve multi-collaborative and multi-institutional stakeholders as well as communicating effectively among various departments on campus to ensure timely submission of reports, payroll requests, and grant proposals. The Department of Physics & Astronomy supports 45 faculty and includes 203 non-senate academics, postdocs, graduate students, and administrative staff; $20.8 million dollars per year in expenditures and $10M in extramural funding administered over 148 discreet fund sources. The full salary range for the Sr. Contract and Grant Analyst is $64,300.00 - $114,300.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $64,300.00 - $83,500.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Vaccination Program Policy.

For additional information or to apply, click the link: https://jobsportal.ucr.edu/jobs/32165879 

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Riverside (https://www.physics.ucr.edu/) invites applications for one tenured appointment at the Associate or Full Professor level in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025.

Candidates must possess a PhD in Physics; preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated record of outstanding research in Condensed Matter Physics with an emphasis on quantum materials and devices. Successful candidates should have a proven track record of establishing an outstanding and well- funded research program involving students and postdoctoral scientists in forefront areas of quantum materials and devices, including but not limited to, synthesis of quantum materials in the form of bulk crystals or thin films and heterostructures, and experimental study of novel physical properties of nanoscale electronic devices. This senior appointment is expected to complement our existing strength in the areas of spintronics, 2D-materials, nanoelectronics, and related fields, actively collaborate with the condensed matter theory faculty in our department and materials science and engineering faculty across the campus and organize multi-principal investigator research teams for extramural funding. The appointment is also expected to support the training of students of diverse backgrounds and teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels. UCR has excellent infrastructures to support cutting-edge materials science research such as recently expanded and upgraded cleanrooms for nanofabrication and various state-of-the-art microanalysis tools and microscopes housed in several shared central facilities. 

The UC salary consists of a base pay range of $92,500-$116,600 for Associate Professors, a base pay range of $108,300-197,100 for Full Professors and additional off-scale to be commensurate with market value, qualifications and experiences. The off-scale portion of the salary will be maintained as long as satisfactory academic progress is made. Additionally, the off-scale will be maintained subject to market adjustments to the UC salary scale. 

Advancement through the faculty ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input. 

To Apply: Application materials should be submitted online at https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF01894. All candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a list of publications, statement of research, statement of teaching, statement of contributions to diversity, and provide contact information for at least three professional references to the AP Recruit site. Minorities and members of underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Review of applications will commence on June 13, 2024, and proceed until the position is filled. For full consideration, applicants should submit their complete applications by the above date. 

For inquiries about the position, please contact Prof. Jing Shi at jing.shi@ucr.edu. For inquiries about the application process, please contact Christina Taylor at christina.taylor@ucr.edu.

UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HRSU). Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Tenure Track Faculty Position in Experimental Biophysics 

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California invites applicants for a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor position in Experimental Biophysics to conduct applied research for the University of California in Riverside, CA. This position will start on July 1, 2025. The final candidate will use physics-inspired cutting-edge techniques, tools and approaches in any area of biology ranging from single molecule studies of proteins to elucidating principles of biomolecular interaction, cell formation, function and signaling. The successful candidate is expected to establish an outstanding and well-funded research program involving graduate students and postdoctoral scientists, and to contribute to departmental teaching at all levels. UCR is a worldclass research university (member of the Association of American Universities) with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. 

The UC salary consists of a base pay of $78,200-$101,400 for Assistant Professors and additional off-scale to be commensurate with market value, qualifications and experiences. The off-scale portion of the salary will be maintained as long as satisfactory academic progress is made. Additionally, the off-scale will be maintained subject to market adjustments to the UC salary scale. 

Basic qualifications for this position that must be met by the date of application include: a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics or a related field. 

Advancement through the faculty ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input. 

To apply: submit curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a statement of research and teaching objectives, teaching evaluations, statement of contributions to diversity, and arrange to have at least three referees submit their letter of recommendation directly to the AP Recruit site at https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF02010. Review of applications will commence on December 15, 2024 and proceed until position is filled. For full consideration, applicants should submit their complete applications prior to the above date.

 For more information about this position, please contact Professor Roya Zandi, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Physics and Astronomy, at roya.zandi@ucr.edu. For questions on application procedures and requirements, please contact Melinda Hernandez, Academic Personnel, at melinda.hernandez@ucr.edu. 

The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities Physics & Astronomy Department College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences University of California, Riverside (HRSU). Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification. 

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/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, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.” University of California COVID-19 Vaccination Program Policy: As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Riverside (UCR) invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the field of computational cosmology, broadly defined.

We seek highly motivated applicants who have obtained, or are about to obtain, a Ph.D. in physics, astrophysics, or a related field. Research experience in cosmological simulations, theoretical cosmology or cosmological data analysis is highly valued. The successful applicants will work in collaboration with Prof. Simeon Bird, scientists at USC and Carnegie Observatories, and potentially with a broader collaboration network in Southern California. Postdoctoral scholars will have access to computational resources via the UCR HPCC Cluster and TACC Frontera. The duration of the postdoctoral appointment is up to three years, with an initial two-year term renewed based on satisfactory performance, per University policy. A competitive salary, funds for research and travel, and a benefits package will be provided.

For full consideration, applications should be submitted via email to sbird@ucr.edu with "UCR Postdoc" in the subject line and attach a CV with a current list of publications, as well as a paragraph of text detailing the applicant's experience with cosmological simulations and any other relevant information or experience. A research statement summarizing the applicant's ongoing research and future interests (up to 3 pages, excluding references) may optionally be included, as well as the contact information for two-three references. Letters will only be requested at the interview stage. Applications will be reviewed beginning February 1st, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. For more information, please contact Prof. Simeon Bird at sbird@ucr.edu.

UCR is an equal-opportunity educator and employer. The University particularly encourages women, members of underrepresented groups, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply

Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Soft Matter and Biological Physics

The Theoretical Soft Matter and Biological Physics Group led by Roya Zandi at the University of California, Riverside, is seeking applications for a 2-year postdoctoral position. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The start date is flexible.

Candidates must hold (or be nearing completion of) a Ph.D. in physics or a closely related discipline relevant to biological and soft matter systems by the start date. While prior research experience in computational modeling and coding is advantageous, expertise in analytical theory methods is equally valuable.

We offer flexibility in the research focus of this postdoctoral position. Our group’s current interests span a wide range of topics, including: Modeling the physics of virus formation, investigating deformable systems such as discrete fiber networks and thin sheets, studying multicellular organization in curved geometries, exploring cellular signaling pathways, liquid crystals, bacterial chemotaxis, and translocation.

Specific research projects will be defined collaboratively between the postdoc and the PI, allowing for creative and open-ended exploration. For more details on our recent research, please visit our group website: https://zandilab.ucr.edu/.

Our group values interdisciplinary research and collaboration. You will have opportunities to work with experimental collaborators in the US and France.

To apply, candidates should send their application materials to roya.zandi@ucr.edu, including a CV, a list of publications, and the contact information of three references.

We strongly encourage applications from women and underrepresented minorities. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.