Assistant Professor of Physical Sciences

Assistant Professor Of Physical SciencesNevada State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Physical Sciences within the Department of Physical and Life Sciences (PaLS) beginning fall 2027. The Assistant Professor of Physical Sciences will have a specialization in a field offered within our core curriculum: Geology, Meteorology or Climatology, Environmental Science, or Physics. We hope to find a colleague with interest and potential to participate in interdisciplinary opportunities in curriculum development and research among faculty and students and support the curriculum of our new branch campus.The primary location for this position is Nevada State University's Henderson campus. Teaching assignments are determined based on departmental and programmatic needs and may include courses at Nevada State University's North Las Vegas campus.Required Qualifications:Terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D.) in any Physical Sciences field at the time of employment.Evidence of strong commitment to teaching, mentoring, and working with undergraduates.Demonstrated commitment to a diverse, non-traditional, first-generation student population.Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).Preferred Qualifications:Evidence of instructional effectiveness at the college/university level.Commitment to active/experiential learning.Experience or interest in developing curriculum at the university level.Evidence of scholarly productivity and potential.Experience in mentoring Undergraduate Researchers.Rank, Salary & Benefits:9-month. Tenure Track. Budgeted salary for this position is commensurate with experience. Nevada State University offers excellent benefits, including 19.25% retirement match, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, educational benefits, and three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.This Posting is Open Until FilledThe posting will remain open until filled, with the first review of applications to begin on Thursday, November 12, 2026. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by November 11 for full consideration.