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Assistant Professor of Engineering Physics

American UniversityWashington, DC

$100,000–111,000/yr

Posted Sep 15, 2026

What you’d do

Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics starting August 1, 2027, teaching in an undergraduate-only physics department and helping build a new undergraduate engineering physics major. Full-time role with hands-on experiential learning and student mentorship. Found on the employer's careers page on Oct 6, 2026. Apply through the link.

You’ll need

  • PhD or equivalent experience in physics, engineering, or related physical science
  • Background in engineering, applied physics, or engineering education research
  • Experience in experimental physics instrumentation research
  • Commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence and mentorship

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