Assistant Professor - Tenure Track in Theoretical Physics

The C.N. Yang Institute for Theoretical Physics (YITP) at Stony Brook University http://insti.physics.sunysb.edu/itp/www/) seeks applications for a tenure track assistant professor position with an emphasis on research in formal quantum field theory and/or quantum gravity, and related areas and applications. The successful candidate should have a documented record of research accomplishment in their field.

The faculty member will perform research on topics of the member’s choice in quantum field theory, broadly defined, possibly in addition to other topics in theoretical physics. The faculty member may collaborate with any other members of the YITP and Department of Physics and Astronomy with shared interests, as well as with peers at other educational institutes and research laboratories.

Institute faculty members are expected to engage in independently funded research characterized by creativity and vision, with a strong commitment to the teaching and mentorship missions of the Institute and the Department of Physics and Astronomy. The faculty member will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses at the Department of Physics and Astronomy and will be expected to encourage and participate in the research and mentorship of graduate students and postdoctoral associates.

The faculty member will participate in departmental, university and professional service. Review of applications will begin on 12/15/26.

Required Qualifications: PhD degree or foreign equivalent in theoretical physics or closely related field, with an established record of outstanding independent research, including topics in quantum field theory.

Please upload:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Research statement
4. Teaching and mentorship statement
5. Teaching evaluations, if applicable and available (may be uploaded to “other materials”)
6. Please arrange for a minimum of three letters of recommendation