Assistant Professor - Tenure-Track - Physics and Engineering
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Offer value
Strong opportunity in academia with a competitive salary range, significant research and teaching responsibilities, and potential for career development within a historic institution.
- Competitive salary range: $64,500 - $71,600
- Tenure-track role in a reputable university
- Opportunity to build a research program
Pros
- Tenure-track position with institutional support for research
- Focus on interdisciplinary collaboration in engineering fields
- Work in a vibrant community close to NYC
Cons
- High teaching load (9 credits per semester)
- Need for extensive grant writing and research funding
- Potential challenges with diversity in student backgrounds
Who it's for
Early / Mid Career • On-site
Good fit
- PhD graduates in Physics or Engineering
- Aspiring educators focused on diverse student engagement
- Researchers in renewable energy or materials science
Not recommended for
- Unqualified applicants without relevant PhDs
- Candidates not interested in teaching
- Those expecting flexible or remote work options
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
The Department of Physics at Seton Hall University invites applications to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position beginning the Fall 2026 semester. A Ph.D. in Physics or Applied Physics and a research specialization in Engineering is required. Candidates should have research interests in renewable energy, semiconductor technology, related topics in materials science & engineering, and expertise in optical spectroscopy methods in studying these subjects. The candidate is expected to build an on-campus research program, successfully seek sponsored research grants, and involve undergraduate and graduate students in scholarly activities. We seek a candidate who demonstrates excellence in teaching lecture and laboratory courses at all levels, especially to students of diverse backgrounds.
A complete application will include CV, statements of teaching and research philosophy, the DEI statement and the names and full contact information for three professional references.
Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 4,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally diverse community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an Equal Opportunity employer. It honors diversity and respects the religious commitments of all its employees. In turn, its employees engage the Catholic Intellectual Tradition and respect its mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This is a tenure-track assistant professor position to teach sections of fundamental Physics courses for Physics and other science Majors and to provide the crucial research experience for our increasing UG majors and graduate students in Applied Physics in Engineering. The department is in need for research-active full-time faculty with 9 cr/semester teaching load. The new faculty will develop new applied and engineering physics research areas and courses and complement the existing research programs in the department. The main duties/functions of this tenure-track faculty will be:
• developing a new research program and new courses in applied physics and engineering;
• teaching 18 credits per year in undergraduate and graduate courses;
• academic advising for Physics students.
Required Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, and/or a related field of Engineering is required.
Desired Qualifications:
Seton Hall is investing in engineering and in interdisciplinary collaboration throughout STEM in areas like environmental science, so our preferences are to attract candidates with research interests in renewable energy research and/or environmental science and engineering, but we are also interested in experts in materials science and engineering. The candidate is expected to build an on-campus interdisciplinary research program, successfully seek sponsored research grants, and involve undergraduate and graduate students in applied and engineering-based scholarly activity. We seek a candidate who demonstrates excellence in teaching lecture and laboratory courses at all levels, especially to students of diverse backgrounds.
Licenses and Certificates:
N/A
Salary Range:
$64,500-$71,600
Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt
Physical Demands: General Office Environment
Special Instructions to Applicants:
A statement of research is required.
A statement of teaching is required.
Benefits Information:
Full Time Benefits
Life today is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.
These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html .
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).
