Assistant Professor - Physics

The Department of Physics in the College of Science and Mathematics at the University of Massachusetts Boston invites applicants for a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor Position beginning September 1, 2026, to pursue a research program focusing on computational research in the fields of soft matter physics and biophysics. We will prioritize candidates whose research complements existing strengths in experimental soft condensed matter physics or biophysics research within the department. Candidates with expertise in computational physics, including machine learning, applied to study soft materials and biophysics, and in collaborating with experimental groups are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant is expected to establish an externally funded research program, direct the research of students at the doctoral, masters, and undergraduate levels, and interact effectively with colleagues within the Physics Department and across the College of Science and Mathematics. Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree and relevant postdoctoral research experience in physics or other relevant fields. A startup package will be provided to support the development of a robust research program. State-of-the-art research computing facilities, including several high-performance computing clusters on campus and the Massachusetts Green High Performance Computing Center (MGHPCC), are available to UMass Boston researchers. Partnerships and collaborations with academic institutions and industry research laboratories in the Greater Boston area offer substantial opportunities for professional development. For more information on the department and college visit: https://www.umb.edu/science-mathematics/academics/physics/ https://www.umb.edu/academics/csm.

Application instructions:

Please submit (i) a cover letter detailing how your proposed work would complement existing research within the Department, (ii) a curriculum vitae, (iii) a statement of research plans (maximum 6 pages), and (iv) a statement of teaching philosophy (maximum 3 pages) that includes your teaching experience and your preferred teaching areas. Applicants should also arrange for three reference letters to be submitted at the time of application. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by January 10, 2026. For inquiries, contact Professor Mohamed Amine Gharbi (Mohamed.gharbi@umb.edu) in the Department of Physics.