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Our primary mission is providing instruction of the highest quality in physics and astronomy to undergraduate and graduate students at UNC-CH. Training in physics is fundamental among the natural sciences because it provides understanding of the forces governing the structure of matter, from subatomic particles to the large-scale structure of the universe.

Our departmental instructional mission spans all segments of the student community. Over 60% of all college graduates from UNC-CH have taken a course in our department. Among them: undergraduate liberal arts majors who should master the power of quantitative reasoning; undergraduates seeking a degree in another of the natural sciences, who need physics as a foundation for their advanced scientific training; the small number of undergraduates who major in physics, to whom we provide broad and rigorous training. Our graduate education and research advances frontiers of knowledge at the two extremes of space and time, from the very small) the realm of particle physics) to the very large (the realm of astronomy, while expanding the boundaries of knowledge in the many subfields spanning length scales between. Forefront physics and astronomy research requires access to well-equipped laboratories and extensive computing capabilities; it also must be supported by comprehensive and accessible library collections. Again, in research at this advanced level, the bridging aspect of physics provides basic interdisciplinary insight for many other sciences.

This instructional mission is supported by a strong managerial, administrative, and technical staff. Duties of these employees range from budget planning and management for the numerous research grants held by faculty in the department to maintaining course and student records. These activities are usually accomplished in a standard 40- hour week schedule.

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is conducting a search to fill a faculty position in Theoretical Gravitational Physics. The position is open to candidates at a level from Assistant Professor up to Associate Professor with tenure. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in physics or equivalent, and have an excellent record of independent research, as well as a genuine interest in teaching and advising students.

Candidates are required to submit their application via the UNC-CH website, uploading a) a one-page cover letter, b) a CV and list of publications, c) a research statement, d) a teaching statement, and e) a list of four professional references with their full contact information. These references will be contacted separately to submit their recommendation letters.

The selection committee will begin reviewing applications on December 20, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.

Inquires may be sent to physics-and-astronomy-faculty-search@unc.edu

Ph.D. in physics or equivalent and have an excellent record of independent research, as well as a genuine interest in teaching and advising students.

Ph.D. in physics or equivalent and have an excellent record of independent research, as well as a genuine interest in teaching and advising students.

Applicants should apply at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/269249 then upload PDF files of the requested documents. Candidates are required to submit: (1) a one-page cover letter, (2) a CV with a list of publications included, (3) a research statement, (4) a teaching statement, and (5) a list of four professional references with their full contact information. Applicants will use the application system to have their reference writers submit four reference letters. Applicants are required to identify the names, titles, email addresses and phone numbers of the professional references (recent mentors, supervisors, and collaborators) when applying. Recommenders identified by the applicant will be contacted via email with instructions for uploading their letters of support.

Review of applications will begin December 20, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

Questions should be directed to: physics-and-astronomy-faculty-search@unc.edu.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.