Faculty Position in Experimental or Theoretical Physics
Physics and Theoretical Physics faculty position at California Institute of Technology
About
Faculty recruitment across experimental and theoretical physics in Caltech’s Division of Physics, Mathematics and Astronomy. The appointment combines an independent research programme with teaching and mentoring students and postdoctoral researchers. Initial tenure-track appointments normally last four years, with reappointment contingent on review. Application consideration begins on 1 November 2026 and recruitment remains open until filled.
Topics
- Theoretical Physics
- Caltech
- Division of Physics, Mathematics and Astronomy
- independent research programme
- teaching
- mentoring
- students
- postdoctoral researchers
- tenure-track appointments
Requirements
PhD in physics or a related discipline and a commitment to research, teaching and mentorship. Apply through the Caltech portal with a CV, publication list, research statement, education statement addressing instruction, mentoring and an inclusive scholarly environment, and at least three reference letters. An application account is required.
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Source: applications.caltech.edu