Rank: Assistant Professor
Department: Physics
Starting Date: Fall 2027
Summary California State University San Marcos has an opening for a tenure track assistant professor of physics to begin August 2027. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics, applied physics, engineering physics, or a closely related field with specialization in geophysics, continuum mechanics, fluid dynamics, rheology, soft condensed matter, structure of materials, granular materials or related areas. CSUSM values teaching undergraduates and involving them in research. The campus is located on a scenic hillside 15 miles east of the Pacific Ocean in the San Diego North County region, an area known for its temperate climate and growing technology industries. CSUSM offers a B.S. in Applied Physics and was a 2020 recipient of the APS Award for Improving Undergraduate Physics Education. We seek faculty candidates to help establish an applied mechanics track within an Applied Physics bachelor's degree program.
Minimum Qualifications - Applicants must possess a doctorate in Physics, Applied Physics, Engineering Physics, or a closely related field with specialization in geophysics, continuum mechanics, fluid dynamics, rheology, soft condensed matter, structure of materials, granular materials, or related areas.
- Applicants with ABD status will be considered and may be interviewed, but the applicant must possess the doctorate degree from an accredited university at the time of appointment for this position.
- Candidates must demonstrate teaching excellence, a commitment to exploring the use of research-based instructional practices, and an ability to teach courses across the undergraduate physics curriculum.
- Candidates must possess a record of published research commensurate with years of experience, and the ability to develop and sustain a research program involving undergraduates that will lead to original, peer-reviewed publications.
- Candidates must be able to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with departmental colleagues and in our campus community.
Preferred Qualifications - Preference will be given to candidates who can contribute to developing and offering an applied mechanics track within an Applied Physics bachelor's degree program.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience with Finite Element Analysis and other techniques and software packages relevant to applied mechanics research and industry.
- Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated intercultural competence in teaching, research, and/or service.
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $8,500 - $9,167 per month
CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,221- $13,224 per month
Application Procedure Click Apply Now to complete the CSUSM Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
- Cover letter specifically addressing minimum and preferred qualifications (2 pages maximum).
- Curriculum vitae.
- Statement of teaching philosophy (2 pages maximum)
- Statement of research plans (2 pages maximum)
- Contact information for 3 references
Additional Requirements - Reprints of representative publications and works in process. (if applicable)
- Summary of student teaching evaluations with average GPA for each class taught. (if applicable)
- Copies of all graduate-level transcripts that include relevant course work. (if applicable)
Review of applications will begin November 20, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
CSUSM is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the "Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.
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Advertised: Oct 14 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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