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Open Positions
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Postdoctoral Position in CMB Data Analysis
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Riverside invites applications for a postdoctoral position in cosmic microwave background (CMB) data analysis. The successful candidate will primarily work on cosmological and astrophysical analyses using data from the Simons Observatory and the Atacama Cosmology Telescope.Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in physics, astrophysics, or a related field, preferably with experience in CMB data analysis.To apply, please send a CV, a research statement (up to two pages preferred), a cover letter, and contact information for three references to: schoi@ucr.eduReview of applications will begin 11/3/25 and will continue until the position is filled.
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Academic Coordinator - Department of Physics
Position description
The Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of California invites applicants to apply for a full-time Academic Coordinator career level position in the Department of Physics and Astronomy for Lower Division Physics Laboratory Instruction in Riverside, CA. The Academic Coordinator will be responsible for managing instructional, administrative, and safety activities in support of the lower division laboratory course program. Duties include curriculum development, TA training and oversight, supervision of teaching assistants, enrollment management and course scheduling, overseeing the day-to-day operation of the laboratories, demonstration development for lower division classes, and safety assessment for lower division instructional and research labs. All activities will be conducted in conjunction with relevant faculty members, as designated by the department chairperson.
Basic qualifications for this position that must be met by the date of application include: Demonstrates excellence in teaching and laboratory management is required.
Preferred qualifications for this position include: A Ph.D. in Physics or related field is preferred, and experience with laboratory curriculum development, innovation in teaching, educational grant writing, and experience in experimental research is desirable.
Advancement through the Academic Coordinator 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 your Curriculum Vitae and 3 Letters of Reference to aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF02125. Review of applications will commence on 09/27/25 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 Richard Seto, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Physics & Astronomy at richard.seto@ucr.edu. For questions on application procedures and requirements, please contact Ms. Ashleigh Bennett, Academic Personnel, at ashleigh.bennett@ucr.edu
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Basic qualifications for this position that must be met by the date of application include: Demonstrates excellence in teaching and laboratory management is required.Preferred qualifications
Preferred qualifications for this position include: A Ph.D. in Physics or related field is preferred, and experience with laboratory curriculum development, innovation in teaching, educational grant writing, and experience in experimental research is desirable.Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Reference requirements
3-5 letters of reference required
NoneApply link: aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF02125
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Assistant Professor - Neutrino Physics, Particle Astrophysics, Cosmology, and Gravitational Waves
Position description
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 UC salary consists of a base pay of $80,800 to $104,700 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: Candidates are required to have 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 a CV, Cover Letter, Statement of Research, and a Statement of Teaching to https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF02178.
Review of applications will commence on 01/13/2026, and proceed until the anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. For full consideration, applicants should submit their complete applications prior to the above date.
For more information about this position, please contact Dr. 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 Ms. Ashleigh Bennett, Academic Personnel, at ashleigh.bennett@ucr.edu.