Assistant Professor Astrophysics

Assistant Professor in Physics

The Department of Physics in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Florida has an opening for a full-time (1.0 FTE) nine-month tenure-accuring Assistant Professor in experimental particle astrophysics to begin August 16 2027.

We seek highly qualified candidates from areas related to current and novel experimental dark matter direct detection searches. This position offers the opportunity to interact with and build upon the Departments extensive research efforts in related and complementary directions including dark matter detection (ADMX ALPS SuperCDMS) experimental particle physics (Belle II COHERENT CMS DUNE SBND) gravitational wave detection (LIGO LISA NANOGrav) theoretical astrophysics and condensed matter physics. It also provides access to the world-class HiPerGator research computing center.

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience and the compensation includes a full benefits package.

UF offers a strong benefits package for eligible faculty appointments including health insurance paid leave (as applicable) and retirement options. Learn more here.

The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. degree. Potential for establishing a well-recognized research program excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate student body is essential.

Relevant postdoctoral research experience is preferred

UF is the states oldest largest and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50000 students and was ranked 7th in the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2025 rankings) and 1st among public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is located in Gainesville a city of approximately 150000 residents in North-Central Florida 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando Tampa Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities including hiking biking and nature photography. UFs large college sports programs museums and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

Applications must be submitted online at and should include: (1) a cover letter (2) a curriculum vitae with publication list (3) a research statement (4) a teaching statement (in which you are welcome to discuss outreach activities and other contributions youve undertaken to enhance student experience) (5) a statement of broader impacts (as described by the National Science Foundation) of past or planned future activities (6) at least three confidential letters of reference. Reference providers will only be notified and provided an upload link once the application is submitted in full so early completion of an application is highly recommended.

To ensure full consideration applications and letters of reference must be submitted by November 8 2026. For more information please contact Prof. Tarek Saab ().

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records reference checks and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered official if a designation of Issued to Student is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) which can be found at Assessment Required: