Assistant Professor of Physics in Experimental or Observational Cosmology

The Department of Physics at Boston University is seeking candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in experimental or observational cosmology. We encourage applications from candidates whose expertise includes development of new instruments or analysis techniques for next-generation experiments to investigate cutting edge questions in cosmology. The successful candidate is expected to have completed a Ph.D. degree, to lead a robust research program, and to participate fully in the university’s teaching mission at both, the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Applications should be submitted via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/25579 and should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching experience and philosophy, and three letters of recommendation. While not required, when appropriate, candidates may want to include some description of their involvement and contributions to outreach and diversity and inclusion activities. The review of applications will start on November 1, 2023, and continue until the position is filled, pending budgetary approval.

Applications from women and underrepresented minorities are particularly encouraged. Boston University is committed to building a culturally, racially, and ethnically diverse academic community dedicated to the highest level of excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship.

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