Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy (Data-Intensive Methods)

Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy (Data-Intensive Methods) Job No: 552340 | Work Type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure‑Track | Location: Southern California: Long Beach | Categories: Bargaining Unit – CFA, Job Search Category/Discipline – Faculty – Mathematics/Statistics, Appointment Type – Tenured/Tenure‑Track, Time Basis – Full Time Position Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy with emphasis on Data‑Intensive Methods. Effective date: August 17, 2026 (Fall Semester). The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) salary is $74,652 to $158,688 per year, with an anticipated hiring range of $88,008 to $95,004 per year. Salary offered is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Deadline: Review of applications to begin December 2, 2025. Position open until filled or recruitment canceled. Required Qualifications Ph.D., or equivalent degree, in Physics, Astronomy, or a closely related field. At least one year of postdoctoral experience at the time of application. Record of theoretical, experimental physics or astronomy research focused on any subfield involving large data that may require the use of tools such as machine learning or artificial intelligence or computationally intensive simulations. Potential for attracting external funding to develop and sustain research involving undergraduate and master’s students. Potential to teach physics courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including low‑socioeconomic and first‑generation students. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrates potential for excellence in teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Evidence of ongoing research utilizing Big Data in physics and astronomy, theory or experiment, including but not limited to developing and applying machine learning and/or data‑driven modelling to large‑scale datasets or computationally intensive numerical simulations. Demonstrates potential for developing and sustaining an independent, externally funded research program involving undergraduate and master’s students leading to peer‑reviewed publications. Experience successfully working with populations demographically and/or socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student body. Experience mentoring or supporting students using inclusive and culturally relevant teaching strategies in a diverse classroom. Duties Teach physics and/or astronomy courses at various levels of the department's curriculum. Mode of instruction may include in‑person, hybrid, online, and/or any combination thereof. Supervise and mentor undergraduate and master’s students in research projects. Develop and sustain a research program involving students, leading to publications and external grant applications. Participate in and provide service to the department, college, university, profession, and community. About our Department and the Position The Department of Physics and Astronomy at CSULB provides a high‑quality curriculum with state‑of‑the‑art research opportunities, offering an exceptional education for our students. Our graduate and undergraduate students engage in research mentored by faculty, leading to diverse career outcomes. The department employs 13 tenure‑track faculty across multiple research areas and actively supports diverse faculty development and student participation through several programs. Employment Requirements A background check (including a criminal records check and telephone reference check with the most recent employer) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. The position holder is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083. Employment outside California is prohibited. Important Notice CSULB is currently not sponsoring applicants for H‑1B employment for faculty subject to the $100,000 fee established by the "Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Non‑immigrant Workers" issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee. All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy, CSULB provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. For the full statement on Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment, please visit Equity and Compliance. Application Closes: Please apply via the CSULB online application portal. #J-18808-Ljbffr