Job Title:
Research Asst Professor -Physics and Astronomy
Company: University of New Mexico
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Created: 2026-03-10
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Research Asst Professor -Physics and Astronomy Posting Number req30348 Employment Type Faculty Faculty Type Research Hiring Department Physics Astronomy Department (707A) Academic Location College of Arts & Sciences Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Benefits Eligible The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information. Position Summary The Department of Physics and Astronomy wishes to hire a Research Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will collaborate with regular departmental faculty with overlapping research interests in the broad areas of optics, and quantum optics, sensors and detectors. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Physics Preferred Qualifications: A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please attach a current CV and an official copy of your PhD academic transcript to your application. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM. For Best Consideration For best consideration, please apply by . This position will remain open until filled. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.