Assistant Professor of Experimental High Energy Physics
Full Time/Tenured/Tenure Track Faculty
Education
3 Oct 2025
Fort Collins
Verified by Turrior
Content + Source + Freshness • 13 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
80 / 100
Offer value
A promising position in a dynamically growing department focused on experimental physics with ample research opportunities.
- Involvement in research within a collaborative department.
- University's strong focus on physics.
- Mentorship opportunities with students.
- High expectations for publication and grant application.
Pros
- Opportunity to work in high-energy physics, a cutting-edge field.
- Active collaboration with a prestigious university.
- The role offers a chance to mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
Cons
- Expectations for ongoing research publications may be rigorous.
- Limited details on salary and benefits.
- Position demands high teaching effectiveness.
Who it's for
Mid-career • On-campus
Good fit
- Academic researchers in high-energy physics.
- Experienced instructors looking to foster student engagement.
- Candidates driven by collaborative research.
Not recommended for
- Entry-level applicants without advanced research experience.
- Those who wish to avoid undergraduate teaching duties.
- Individuals not enthusiastic about grant writing.
Motivation fit
Passion for research and student mentorship.Interest in contributing to departmental growth.Commitment to advancing knowledge in physics.
Key skills
Experimental research skillsTeaching and mentoringGrant writing and research fundingCollaborative project management
Score: 80/100 AI verified analysis
About the job
The Department of Physics, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado, seeks to hire a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor with research interests in experimental high-energy physics and/or experimental particle astrophysics. Candidates with research experience in these areas or related fields are encouraged to apply, especially those whose research interests complement the CSU program in high-energy physics and particle astrophysics.
Applications should be submitted online at https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/166292.
Applications completed by November 30, 2025 by 11:59 pm (MT) will receive full consideration, but applications will be accepted and considered until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted electronically and should include:
1. A cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position.
2. A professional CV.
3. A statement of teaching experience and interests (2 page limit).
4. A statement of research experience and interests (3 page limit).
5. Names and contact information for three references. These references will be contacted to request letters of recommendation immediately upon application submission. The letters of recommendation should be received within one week after the full consideration date.
The application materials, including the full list of publications provided in the CV, will be reviewed by the search committee and the application materials for semi-finalists will be shared with the full Department of Physics faculty.
If you have questions about the position, please contact the search chair, Prof. Mike Mooney (mrmooney@colostate.edu).
If you have questions about the application process, please contact Kristin McLaughlin (Kristin.Mclaughlin@colostate.edu).
CSU is an EO employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.
