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California Institute of Technology, Physics, Mathematics & Astronomy Division

Position ID:
Caltech-PMA-EXPPHY [#28210]
Position Title: 
Faculty Position in Experimental Physics
Position Type:
Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Pasadena, California 91125, United States of America
Subject Area: 
Physics / Experimental Physics
Appl Deadline:
2024/10/06 11:59PMhelp popup finished (2024/08/28, finished 2025/01/07)
Position Description:
   

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Position Description

The Division of Physics, Mathematics, and Astronomy at the California Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track position in experimental quantum science and experimental precision measurements, broadly defined. We are seeking highly qualified candidates with a Ph.D. in physics or a related field who are committed to a career in research, mentorship, and teaching. Consideration of applications will begin on October 6, 2024. Caltech has a strong institutional commitment to diversity in all areas and encourages candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Applications should include: 
1. a curriculum vitae. 
2. a list of published and submitted papers. 
3. a research statement describing research highlights and future plans. 
4. an education statement that addresses the applicant’s thoughts on classroom and laboratory instruction, mentorship of students and postdoctoral scholars, and ways to foster an inclusive, equitable environment for the development of scholars who come to Caltech with many different backgrounds and experiences. 
5. at least three letters of reference uploaded by the letter writers. 

Salaries for professorial faculty at Caltech fall in the range of $150k - $300k.

Questions about the application process may be directed to physics-search@caltech.edu. 

The initial appointment for tenure-track positions is normally four years. Reappointment beyond the initial term is contingent upon a successful review conducted prior to the commencement of the fourth year.

Application materials must be submitted electronically at https://applications.caltech.edu/job/physics


As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more about our benefits and who is eligible.



We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. To read more Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf.
 
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1200 E. California Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91125
Web Page: https://applications.caltech.edu/job/physics