Assistant Professor of Experimental High Energy Physics

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Working TitleAssistant Professor of Experimental High-Energy Physics

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Posting Number202500271F

Proposed Annual Salary Range$91,000-$95,000 per 9-month academic year.

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Employee Benefits
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Position TypeFaculty

Work Hours/Week40

Description of Work Unit
The Department of Physics at Colorado State University has roughly 20 faculty members with research programs in atomic, molecular, and optical physics; condensed matter physics; and high-energy physics and particle astrophysics.

Additional information about the Department of Physics can be found on the department website:http://www.physics.colostate.edu.


Colorado State University, with an enrollment of over 30,000 students, is located in Fort Collins at the base of the Rocky Mountains.

Less than an hour from Rocky Mountain National Park, Fort Collins is a city of 170,000 with an excellent school system, an expansive park and natural area program with extensive biking, hiking and walking trails, and over 300 days of sunshine each year.

Fort Collins is often rated as one of the “Best Places to Live” in the United States.

Fort Collins has exceptional and abundant outdoor and cultural activities, and the cities of Boulder and Denver are within an hour drive.

The Front Range area is also a strong and growing high-technology hub.

More information about Fort Collins and Colorado State University can be obtained fromhttps://www.fcgov.com/visitor/andhttps://www.physics.colostate.edu/about/visiting-information/.

Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes

% Research45

% Teaching45

% Service10

% Administration0

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on11/09/2025

Number of Vacancies1

Desired Start Date08/16/2026

Position End Date

Position Summary
TheDepartment of Physics, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado, seeks to hire a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor with research interests inexperimentalhigh-energy physicsand/orexperimental particle astrophysics.

Candidates with research experience in these areas or related fields are encouraged to apply, especially those whose research interests complement the CSU program in high-energy physics and particle astrophysics.


Members of the CSU High-Energy Physics and Particle Astrophysics research group work on several forefront experiments to explore the fundamental properties of neutrinos: the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment ( DUNE ), NOvA, the Fermilab Short-Baseline Neutrino ( SBN ) Program, EXO -200, and nEXO.

Previous research contributions to particle astrophysics experiments include dark matter searches at DRIFT and study of ultra-high-energy cosmic rays at the Pierre Auger Observatory.

The group has a strong core of both experimentalists and theorists who often collaborate with each other.

The appointed individual is expected to: (1) build a forward looking and internationally recognized research program within the framework of their individual areas of interest and expertise that is consistent with the goals and objectives of a university environment; (2) actively participate in the teaching/mentoring/advising of undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers; (3) participate in department and university administrative governance functions; (4) engage in scholarly/professional endeavors to support their continued growth as a teacher and a scholar; and (5) fulfill the general faculty responsibilities in theAcademic Faculty and Administrative Professional Manual,https://facultycouncil.colostate.edu/faculty-manual/.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics or a related field.

Applicants must also have research experience in experimental high-energy physics, experimental particle astrophysics, or a field closely related to one of these two research areas.

Preferred Job Qualifications
1.

Postdoctoral and/or substantial experience beyond the Ph.D. is expected.

Candidates should have an excellent record of research that includes significant publications in refereed journals.

Evidence of initiative and leadership in physics research.

2.

Ability to develop an internationally recognized research program that complements existing programs in the CSU Department of Physics and provides compelling opportunities for students.

3.

Potential to contribute to teaching/mentoring/advising undergraduate and graduate students in the CSU Department of Physics, including evidence of good communication skills.


Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications completed byNovember 9, 2025 by 11:59 pm (MT)will receive full consideration, but applications will be accepted and considered until the position is filled.

Applications must be submitted electronically and should include:


+ A cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position.

+ A professional CV.

+ A statement of teaching experience and interests (2 page limit).

+ A statement of research experience and interests (3 page limit).

+ Names and contact information for three references.

These references will be contacted to request letters of recommendation immediately upon application submission.The letters of recommendation should be received within one week after the full consideration date.



The application materials, including the full list of publications provided in the CV, will be reviewed by the search committee and the application materials for semi-finalists will be shared with the full Department of Physics faculty.


If you have questions about the position, please contact the search chair, Prof.

Mike Mooney (mrmooney@colostate.edu).


If you have questions about the application process, please contact Kristin McLaughlin (Kristin.Mclaughlin@colostate.edu).


CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals.

If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students.

To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer.

The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification.

Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO
Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Search ContactMike Mooney; mrmooney@colostate.edu


Essential Duties


Job Duty CategoryResearch

Duty/Responsibility
The appointed individual is expected to build a forward looking and internationally recognized research program within the framework of their individual areas of interest and expertise that is consistent with the goals and objectives of a university environment.

Percentage Of Time45


Job Duty CategoryTeaching

Duty/Responsibility
The appointed individual is expected to actively participate in the teaching/mentoring/advising of undergraduate and graduate students.

Percentage Of Time45


Job Duty CategoryService

Duty/Responsibility
The appointed individual is expected to participate in department and university administrative governance functions, engage in scholarly/professional endeavors to support their continued growth as a teacher and a scholar and fulfill the general faculty responsibilities in the Academic Faculty and Administrative Professional Manual,https://facultycouncil.colostate.edu/faculty-manual/.

Percentage Of Time10



References Requested

References Requested


Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3


Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).




Applicant Documents
Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Statement of Teaching Interests

+ Statement of Research Interests

Optional Documents

Required Skill Profession

Other General