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Faculty TitleAssistant ProfessorJob Class Code10031FLSAExemptPosting NumberFRGV1011Working TitleAssistant Professor of PhysicsNumber of Vacancies1LocationRio Grande ValleyDivision/OrganizationDivision of Academic AffairsAppointment Period for Non-Tenure PositionTenure StatusTenure TrackFTE1Scope of Job

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley invites applications for a Tenure­-Track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level to begin in Fall of 2020. Responsibilities include delivering quality instruction within the undergraduate and graduate programs in Physics, conducting research and establishing new research directions as well as conducting scholarship activities in service to the Department, University, and Community.

The Physics Department has strong record of research in areas of gravitational wave detection, radio and optical astronomy, optics and lasers, nanotechnology, nanophotonics, biophysics, condensed matter physics, computational physics and physics education. There are several State-of-The-Art Laboratories on campus funded by the NSF, NASA, DoD, and NIH with an impressive array of modern research instruments including PPMS, SEM, EBL, etc.

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is the newest addition to the University of Texas System. It opened its doors for enrollment in 2015 and since then was steadily growing by expanding its educational programs, adding new facilities at its multiple locations including Edinburg and Brownsville and enhancing its research activities. UTRGV is aspiring to become an emerging research University and is currently one of the few most successful Hispanic-Serving Universities in the Nation.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Physics or related discipline from an accredited university.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

Candidates from all areas of experimental or applied physics are welcome. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in quantum optics, quantum information and simulation, and quantum materials and sensors, including design of practically feasible qubits for use in near future quantum computers. The duties will include teaching physics at both graduate and undergraduate levels, conducting research in the area of expertise, and participating in academic service and service to the community. The successful candidate is expected to establish new research programs on campus, be able to attract extramural funding, and contribute to enrichment of graduate and undergraduate programs. Strong record of independent publications is desirable. Prior examples of externally funded research and student supervision and support are considered a plus. The candidate will be able to take advantage of the EBL-SEM system being acquired by the University for on-campus and collaborative research in a wide range of micro- and nano-fabrication projects.
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at UTRGV embraces equity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining faculty from a variety of backgrounds. Our department is enriched by differences in race/ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, gender, beliefs and experiences. We are actively seeking faculty that promote a culture of inclusivity, mutual respect and compassion, and is committed to enhancing diversity of the student population. Under represented minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

Postdoctoral research experience.

License or Certification Required?SalaryCommensurate with Qualifications and ExperienceDesired Start Date09/01/2020EEO Statement

UTRGV is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to hire without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or veteran status. UTRGV takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
UTRGV is a Hispanic-serving Institution dedicated to student success and building a diverse faculty committed to working in a multicultural environment. UTRGV has an NSF ADVANCE grant to increase the representation of women in STEM fields and to promote a positive, family friendly workplace for all faculty. We strongly encourage applications from women and minorities.

Open Date02/14/2020Close DateAdditional Information

UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may
require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is
performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive
and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code
§51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of
Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least
135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement
Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week
and at least 135 days in length.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete all sections on the application. If you are applying for the first time please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application.(Security sensitive; All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview.

Please Note

Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to
demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based
test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of
English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the
International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Incomplete applications
will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval

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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. List of 3 References
3. Unofficial Transcripts 3
4. Letter of Interest
5. Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
6. Teaching Statement
7. Research Statement

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Transcripts 2