University of North Dakota
Assistant Professor, Physics, Tenure Track
University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States, 58203
To Apply
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by
12/01/2025
and include the following materials: Copies of all college transcripts, unofficial copies, are acceptable. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts upon hire. A 2–3-page statement of the candidate’s research plans. The plans may include reference to completed work if appropriate but should be forward looking. A 1-page statement outlining teaching experience, teaching philosophy, and student outreach and mentoring activities Contact information for three references who can attest to candidate’s qualifications for this position. Position is open until filled. Questions can be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Professor Nuri Oncel at nuri.oncel@und.edu Advertised:
10 Oct 2025 Central Daylight Time Applications close: Overview
Assistant Professor, Physics, Tenure Track – Apply now. Duties & Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to establish a nationally recognized, independent research program in experimental physics with focus on utilizing state-of-the-art capabilities of UND’s Nanofoundry (currently under development). Alignment with UND’s Grand Challenges: National Security & Space, Big Data, Energy and Sustainability, Autonomous Systems. Contract with an approximate effort distribution of 25% teaching; 70% research; 5% service for the first 2–3 years. Teaching responsibilities include graduate and/or undergraduate courses in physics with an anticipated load of no more than two courses per academic year and supervision of graduate and undergraduate research. All faculty are expected to contribute service within the department, college, university, and community. UND and the College of Arts & Sciences value diverse perspectives and seek applicants who are committed to helping students from underrepresented backgrounds succeed. Qualifications
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including evidence of the ability to teach, inspire, and mentor students. Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students. Ability to work with and engage diverse students and colleagues within and outside the Department of Physics & Astrophysics. Ability to adapt to current methods of teaching, including online delivery. Earned PhD in Physics or a closely related field by 8/15/2026 Obtain clearance to work on projects involving ITAR and CUI, which requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen or have a permanent resident card. Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in experimental condensed matter physics/device physics with focus on utilizing state-of-the-art capabilities of UND’s Nanofoundry. Postdoctoral research and/or equivalent experience A proven record of peer-reviewed publications Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level Experience in seeking and administering federal grants or potential to do so Potential to establish a research program in an area that aligns with UND’s Grand Challenges: National Security & Space, Big Data, Energy and Sustainability, and/or Autonomous Systems Experience working collaboratively on multi-disciplinary research teams Notes/Context: The original description included several boilerplate items and mixed formatting. This refinement preserves content while restructuring into clear sections with , , and
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To assure full consideration, applications must be received by
12/01/2025
and include the following materials: Copies of all college transcripts, unofficial copies, are acceptable. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts upon hire. A 2–3-page statement of the candidate’s research plans. The plans may include reference to completed work if appropriate but should be forward looking. A 1-page statement outlining teaching experience, teaching philosophy, and student outreach and mentoring activities Contact information for three references who can attest to candidate’s qualifications for this position. Position is open until filled. Questions can be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Professor Nuri Oncel at nuri.oncel@und.edu Advertised:
10 Oct 2025 Central Daylight Time Applications close: Overview
Assistant Professor, Physics, Tenure Track – Apply now. Duties & Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to establish a nationally recognized, independent research program in experimental physics with focus on utilizing state-of-the-art capabilities of UND’s Nanofoundry (currently under development). Alignment with UND’s Grand Challenges: National Security & Space, Big Data, Energy and Sustainability, Autonomous Systems. Contract with an approximate effort distribution of 25% teaching; 70% research; 5% service for the first 2–3 years. Teaching responsibilities include graduate and/or undergraduate courses in physics with an anticipated load of no more than two courses per academic year and supervision of graduate and undergraduate research. All faculty are expected to contribute service within the department, college, university, and community. UND and the College of Arts & Sciences value diverse perspectives and seek applicants who are committed to helping students from underrepresented backgrounds succeed. Qualifications
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including evidence of the ability to teach, inspire, and mentor students. Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students. Ability to work with and engage diverse students and colleagues within and outside the Department of Physics & Astrophysics. Ability to adapt to current methods of teaching, including online delivery. Earned PhD in Physics or a closely related field by 8/15/2026 Obtain clearance to work on projects involving ITAR and CUI, which requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen or have a permanent resident card. Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in experimental condensed matter physics/device physics with focus on utilizing state-of-the-art capabilities of UND’s Nanofoundry. Postdoctoral research and/or equivalent experience A proven record of peer-reviewed publications Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level Experience in seeking and administering federal grants or potential to do so Potential to establish a research program in an area that aligns with UND’s Grand Challenges: National Security & Space, Big Data, Energy and Sustainability, and/or Autonomous Systems Experience working collaboratively on multi-disciplinary research teams Notes/Context: The original description included several boilerplate items and mixed formatting. This refinement preserves content while restructuring into clear sections with , , and
tags only, and converts headings to
where appropriate. It removes extraneous navigational references and preserves the essential EEO statements and explicit requirements.
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