Faculty Position in Experimental or Theoretical Physics

About the role

The Division of Physics, Mathematics, and Astronomy at the California Institute of Technology invites applications for faculty positions in all areas of experimental and theoretical physics.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in physics or a related field
• Commitment to careers in research, mentorship, and teaching

Application materials

• Curriculum vitae
• List of published and submitted papers
• Research statement describing research highlights and future plans
• Education statement that addresses the applicant's thoughts on classroom and laboratory instruction, mentorship of students and postdoctoral scholars, and ways to foster an inclusive environment for the development of scholars who come to Caltech with many different perspectives and experiences
• At least three letters of reference uploaded by the letter writers

Pay

Salaries for professorial faculty at Caltech fall in the range of $125 - $400k.

Timeline

Consideration of applications will begin on November 1, 2026.

Application materials must be submitted electronically at https://applications.caltech.edu/job/physics. Questions about the application process may be directed to physics-search@caltech.edu.