Assistant Professor Biomedical Physics

Description

The Department of Physics at the University of South Florida Tampa campus seeks to fill a 9-month full-time tenure-earning position at the Assistant Professor level in experimental biomedical sciences or biophysics. The appointment start date is August 7 2026. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Our Physics Department has well-established research programs in experimental and theoretical biophysics materials physics and optics. We also interact with other researchers in USFs Colleges of Arts and Sciences Engineering and Medicine as well as the nearby Moffitt Cancer Center.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will establish a nationally recognized research program teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels and mentor student research at all levels.

Qualifications

The minimum requirement for this position is adoctoral degree from an accredited institution in Physics or a closely related fieldrelevant postdoctoral experience and demonstrate potential for attracting independent extramural funding. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated strengths in the areas of optical and / or molecular biophysics and the potential for collaborations in basic or translational biomedicine.

How To Apply :

When applying please attach the following required materials :

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vita with publication record
• Statement of teaching philosophy (1 page)
• Research plan (2-3 pages)

In addition applicants should have three (3) letters of recommendation sent to .

All applications completed by December 1 2025 will be given full consideration but the search will continue until the position is filled.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to Prof. Ghanim Ullah Search Committee Chair ( ).

Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. USF is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access institution. For disability accommodations contact Edwin Perez ( ) a minimum of five working days in advance. This position is subject to Foreign Influence Screening. House Bill 7017 (HB 7017)

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Classroom Experience,Medical Management,Library Services,Pharmacy Residency,Research Experience,Teaching,Higher Education Teaching,Curriculum Development,Grant Writing,Mentoring,Research Laboratory Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1