Employment:                                   Academic Faculty

College:                                              Natural Sciences

Department:                                    Physics

Proposed Annual Salary Range: $78,000 – $90,000 (9 month). Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Start Date:                                        August 2023 or as appropriate.

Application Deadline:                    Applications completed by December 1, 2022 will receive full consideration but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Position Summary: The Department 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 in experimental condensed matter physics (CMP), with a focus on hard CMP.  Exceptional candidates will be considered for positions with a more senior rank. Candidates from all areas of hard CMP are encouraged to apply, especially those whose research interests complement the CSU program in condensed matter physics.

Colorado State University is a land-grant institution with a strong commitment to scholarly excellence and to research that impacts society and addresses global problems. The Department of Physics is comprised of 20 faculty members with research programs in atomic, molecular, and optical physics; condensed matter physics; and high-energy and particle astrophysics. The condensed matter group currently consists of seven faculty with experimental and theoretical programs in magnetics, topological materials, superconductivity, photovoltaics, and nanoscale pattern formation.

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 the Academic Faculty and Administrative Professional Manual, https://facultycouncil.colostate.edu/faculty-manual/.

Required Job Qualifications: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics or a related field.  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 research, and the potential to develop a vigorous, internationally recognized research program is essential.  Candidates should have strong communication skills and a commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring and advising at the undergraduate and graduate levels.  Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Application Instructions Summary: Complete applications consist of a cover letter; detailed CV; description of research plans; description of teaching interests; and a diversity statement. Three letters of reference are also requested. Applicants must provide names and contact information for three referees.  References will be contacted immediately upon submission of application and will receive an email with a link to submit their letter. The letters of recommendation should be received within one week after full consideration date.  For the diversity statement, please upload a 1-page personal statement on your professional skills, experience, and plans to engage in activities that would enhance campus diversity and equity efforts. Contributions can take a variety of forms including your research, mentorship, teaching or outreach experiences and efforts. Applications should be submitted online at https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/114379. Questions should be directed to Chair, CM Physics Search Committee, CMPhysicsSearch@colostate.edu.

Information about the Department of Physics may be found at http://www.physics.colostate.edu. This site also has links to information about Fort Collins and environs. Colorado State University, with an enrollment of about 33,000 students, holds the prestigious Tier 1 – Very High Research Activity ranking from the Carnegie Foundation.  Fort Collins is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the United States.  It is an attractive community of about 170,000 inhabitants at the base of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, 65 miles north of Denver.  The city offers a pleasant climate with excellent schools and abundant cultural and recreational opportunities nearby.  More information on Fort Collins is available at https://www.fcgov.com/. The Front Range is a high-technology hub, with companies such as AMD, Intel, Xilinx, HP, LSI Logic, IBM, Sun Microsystems, Lockheed Martin, Ball Aerospace, Quantinuum, ColdQuanta, and Lucent Technologies.

The Department of Physics at Colorado State University values diversity of background as well as diversity of perspective by embracing a wide, inclusive definition of diversity, including: culture, ideas and approaches, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, geographic background, national origin, and religious and spiritual beliefs.

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations and executive orders regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.  The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

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 apply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks.  The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history and/or education verification.  Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Employment:                                   Admin Professional/ Research Professional

College:                                              Natural Sciences

Department:                                   Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering

Position Summary: We invite applications for post-doctoral positions in the group of Prof. Carmen Menoni in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at Colorado State University. Our research focuses in understanding fundamental properties of amorphous oxides, which are key components in optical interference coatings in state-of-the-art lasers and ultra-stable optical cavities. We investigate structural and optical properties of these materials and their multilayers. As part of the Laser Interferometer Gravitational Wave Observatory (LIGO) international collaboration our group has been investigating novel amorphous oxides for the coatings of these ultra-sensitive interferometers in which internal friction in the coatings is a key limiting factor. We have unique capabilities to grow these materials by ion beam sputtering and to study their structural and optical properties with multiple techniques, some of which are developed in our lab.

The post-doctoral student will gain a broad experience in the optics and material science of amorphous materials. The post-doc will have ample opportunities for professional development, including participating at conferences, in the LIGO Optics Working Group workshops and meetings where the candidate will be able to interact with a large group of scientists and engineers at CSU and those within the international LIGO Optical Working Group. The post-doc will also be able to participate in LIGO campaigns at one of the US sites. Post-docs in Menoni’s group are very successful in finding rewarding job opportunities in academe, industry and research laboratories worldwide.

For more information about the scope of the research and recent publications visit: www.lasers.colostate.edu

To see a pdf version of this information, please click here.

Required Job Qualifications: Applicants must have completed all the requirements for a Ph.D. degree in an appropriate discipline, before beginning this assignment.

Application Instructions Summary: To inquire about this opportunity please write to Prof. Menoni at carmen.menoni@colostate.edu.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.

Employment:                                   Admin Professional/ Research Professional

College:                                              Natural Sciences

Department:                                    Physics

Proposed Annual Salary Range: $40,000-$85,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Position Summary: The Department of Physics seeks applications from individuals who are interested in Research Scientist/Scholar I, II, III and Senior positions within the department which are temporary or special appointments for the 2022-2023 academic year.

• • Level I is for individuals who have obtained a Ph.D. (generally within the last three years) and have significant professional accomplishments.
  • Level II is analogous to the Assistant Professor title for regular faculty. It generally includes people with three to seven years of experience beyond the Ph.D. and very significant professional accomplishments.
  • Level III is analogous to the Associate Professor title for regular faculty. It generally includes individuals with more than seven years of experience beyond the Ph.D., and with extremely significant professional accomplishments.
  • The Senior level is analogous to the full Professor title for regular faculty. It generally includes individuals well beyond the Ph.D. that have demonstrated outstanding, sustained, and extraordinary professional accomplishments as well as professional leadership.

Required Job Qualifications: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in an appropriate discipline.

Application Instructions Summary: Interested individuals should submit in pdf format 1) a current resume; and 2) a statement of research interests.

At least three professional references, including email addresses, should be included within your application. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

Research scientist open pool positions may be temporary or special assignment. Annual terms and reappointment may depend on performance and/or the continued availability of funding. Please indicate in application materials your interest in being considered for temporary assignment openings and/or special assignment openings.

The pool will expire 06-30-2023. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

For full position details and to apply, visit: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/106535.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.

Employment:                                   Admin Professional/ Research Professional

College:                                              Natural Sciences

Department:                                    Physics

Proposed Annual Salary Range: $35,000-$55,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Position Summary: The Department of Physics seeks applications from individuals who are interested in postdoctoral fellow research experience in areas including, among others, theoretical and experimental condensed matter physics, atomic and molecular optics, and high energy and astrophysics.

Required Job Qualifications: Applicants must have completed all the requirements for a Ph.D. degree in an appropriate discipline, before beginning this assignment.

Application Instructions Summary: Interested individuals should submit in pdf format 1) a current resume; and 2) a statement of research interests.

At least three professional references, including email addresses, should be included within your application. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

Postdoctoral research open pool positions may be temporary or special assignment. Annual terms and reappointment may depend on performance and/or the continued availability of funding. Please indicate in application materials your interest in being considered for temporary assignment openings and/or special assignment openings.

The pool will expire 06-30-2023. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

For full position details and to apply, visit: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/106538.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.

Employment:                                   Admin Professional/ Research Professional

College:                                              Natural Sciences

Department:                                    Physics

Proposed Annual Salary Range: $30,000-$70,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Position Summary: The Department of Physics seeks applications throughout the academic year from individuals who are interested in obtaining temporary or special research positions within the department in areas including, among others, theoretical and experimental condensed matter physics, atomic and molecular optics, and high energy and astrophysics.

• • Level I is an entry-level position for individuals with a Bachelors degree and less than 3 years of experience.
  • Level II is the position to which a Research Associate I is promoted after 3 years, or an individual with a Bachelors degree and more than 3 years of relevant experience or a recent Masters degree with no additional professional experience.
  • Level III is the position to which a Research Associate II is promoted, or an individual with a Bachelors degree and 5 years of work-related experience or a Masters degree with at least 2 year of experience. An individual with a PhD that does not have any additional experience may also be appointed to this position.
  • Level IV is the level to which a Research Associate III is promoted, or an individual with a Bachelors degree and 10 years of work-related experience. An individual with a Masters degree with more than 5 years experience may be appointed to this position, as well as a PhD who has at least 2 years experience.
  • The Senior level is the level to which a Research Associate IV is promoted, or individuals with extensive post-baccalaureate experience or a Masters degree and significant professional experience. Individuals with a PhD with at least 5 years of experience may also be eligible.

Ranking and qualifications within these levels are done on a case-by-case basis with factors that include the publication record, past research funding, professional honors and awards, decisive discoveries, and management experience. Applicable department research areas include, among others, theoretical and experimental condensed matter physics, atomic and molecular optics, and high energy and astrophysics.

Required Job Qualifications: Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline.

Application Instructions Summary:  Interested individuals should submit in pdf format 1) a current resume; and 2) a statement of research interests.

At least three professional references, including email addresses, should be included within your application. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

Research associate open pool positions may be temporary or special assignment. Annual terms and reappointment may depend on performance and/or the continued availability of funding. Please indicate in application materials your interest in being considered for temporary assignment openings and/or special assignment openings.

The pool will expire 06-30-2023. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

For full position details and to apply, visit: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/106536.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.

Employment:                                   Academic Faculty

College:                                              Natural Sciences

Department:                                    Physics

Proposed Annual Salary Range: Per course/section; full-time 9 month equivalent salary $50,000 – $70,000 though generally part-time

Position Summary: The Department of Physics seeks applications from physics instructors who are interested in adjunct (temporary), contract (special), or continuing (special) assignments at Colorado State University.

The instructor in physics will contribute to the Department of Physics at Colorado State University through a range of activities. The major commitment will be teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses or supervising laboratory instruction as appropriate to the instructor’s background and the needs of the department. In addition, the instructor is expected to demonstrate interest in improving teaching and learning in the department through other activities. These can include but are not limited to activities such as improving methods for physics instruction; mentoring undergraduate students in outreach activities; developing new lecture demonstrations; developing and revising peer evaluation tools. In general, the instructor is expected to interact with other members of the department including faculty, staff, and students, enriching and enhancing the undergraduate and/or graduate education program offered by the Department of Physics at Colorado State University.

Required Job Qualifications: Master’s degree in Physics or closely related areas, or a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics with previous university teaching experience in Physics.

Application Instructions Summary: Interested individuals should submit in pdf format 1) a current resume; and 2) a statement of research interests.

At least three professional references, including email addresses, should be included within your application. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

Instructor open pool positions may be temporary or special assignment. Annual terms and reappointment may depend on performance and/or the continued availability of funding. Please indicate in application materials your interest in being considered for temporary assignment openings and/or special assignment openings.

The pool will expire 06-30-2023. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

For full position details and to apply, visit: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/106539.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.