Call for Expression of Interest (2025): Tenure-Track Positions in the Department of Physics Instituto Superior Técnico - University of Lisbon

The Department of Physics at Instituto Superior Técnico (IST) invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from researchers across all branches of physics (theoretical and experimental) who aspire to build international research careers and establish dynamic research groups. As a leading institution in Portugal and Europe, IST provides an exceptional research environment with outstanding students, making it an ideal setting for cutting-edge research.

This initiative seeks to identify areas of research with high growth potential for the Department of Physics. In 2025, based on the results, we will launch international calls (Public Notice) to recruit tenure-track professors, primarily at the Assistant Professor level.

In this call, the Department of Physics is preferentially interested in applications for three Assistant Professor positions in the following scientific areas: ‘Astrophysics and Gravitation’, ‘Condensed Matter Physics and Nanotechnology’, and ‘Plasma Physics, Lasers, and Nuclear Fusion’. The Department has already committed to opening one Assistant Professor position in each of these areas.

We encourage applications from researchers with outstanding CVs, demonstrated scientific leadership, and a strong publication record. We are particularly interested in candidates with a proven ability to secure grants, especially from international funding organisations. Learn more about the Department of Physics and its scientific areas on its web page.

Contact Instructions:

To apply, please send a single PDF document to eoi@fisica.tecnico.ulisboa.pt with the subject line "EOI: [Your Name]". The document should include the following items and must be addressed to Prof. Ilídio Lopes, President of the Department of Physics:

Motivation letter (one page): Clearly stating your preferred scientific area.

Curriculum vitae: Including a complete list of publications.

Achievements and publications (maximum two pages): Describe your three most significant achievements and up to five relevant publications from the past five years, detailing your specific contributions

Research and teaching statement (maximum two pages): A concise overview of your future research plans and teaching interests.

References: Provide contact information (including email addresses) for two researchers or professors who will provide reference letters. Reference letters should be sent directly by your referees to eoi@fisica.tecnico.ulisboa.pt with the subject line "RL: [Your Name]". These letters should attest to your scientific, pedagogical, professional, and ethical qualities. Please ensure they are submitted before the deadline. Additional information may be requested.

Deadline: Manifestations of interest must be received by 30th September 2024 for full consideration.

IST Councils Deadline: The IST councils will identify research areas of interest by the end of the first semester of 2025, with international calls for Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Positions expected to open by Public Notice around the Fall of 2025.

Disclaimer: This announcement does not guarantee the opening of calls for tenure-track or permanent positions.

https://fisica.tecnico.ulisboa.pt/en/expressions-of-interest/