Job Title: Assistant Professor of Physics

Position Status: Tenure-Track

Academic Rank:Assistant Professor of Physics

Department: Physics

Campus Location: Main Campus

Job Summary

The Department of Physics at Colorado College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics with a specialization in experimental physics to begin Fall 2026.

The Physics Department at Colorado College is a dynamic community of teacher-scholars who believe deeply in the benefit of a well-rounded liberal arts education. We are seeking an experimental physicist to complement our existing research offerings and who shares our commitment to providing a high-quality, inclusive, and innovative undergraduate physics education. We are excited about candidates who will provide regular and easily accessible hands-on research opportunities for our undergraduate students, including first- and second-year students, either on campus or in the local Rocky Mountain region. We welcome applications from any area of experimental physics research suitable for a liberal arts environment, including interdisciplinary areas of research, however we will not be considering candidates with an expertise primarily in astrophysics for this hiring cycle.

All faculty in our department teach across our curriculum from introductory to upper-level courses, and we welcome applications from candidates who are excited by this opportunity. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with a keen interest in and ideas for reinvigorating our upper division lab courses, as well as contributing to our General Education offerings including the First Year Program.

Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts and sciences college enrolling approximately 2,100 students from across the US and around the world. The College, located on a 99-acre campus in Colorado Springs, is distinguished by its immersive learning and pedagogy made possible by the Block Plan, in which professors teach, and students take, one course at a time. Each block is three and a half weeks long, allowing for unique teaching and learning strategies. Professors have a six-block teaching duty in the eight-block year, where one of the six blocks may be assigned to supervising senior and independent projects where the work is spread out across the year rather than completed in a conventional block.

Colorado College actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. Read more about our the College’s commitment in our Institutional Equity & Belonging web page and the strategic plan “The Strategy for a More Just CC.”

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Physics or a related field with graduate coursework in physics by the start of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated commitment to and prior experience with 1) teaching undergraduate physics, 2) implementing and reflecting on equitable and inclusive teaching practices, and 3) mentoring undergraduate students in hands-on experimental research.

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: Oct 1, 2025
• References will be contacted to upload a letter of recommendation for all candidates (letters will be requested upon application submission)
• For any questions, contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Natalie Gosnell, ngosnell@coloradocollege.edu.  
• You must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.

Required Documents

Applicants should submit 1) a cover letter addressing your interest in becoming a teacher-scholar at Colorado College; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a teaching statement describing your approach to undergraduate teaching including past examples and/or ideas demonstrating your commitment to inclusive pedagogy (3 pages maximum); 4) a research statement detailing the accessibility of your research for undergraduate students and suitability of your research program for a liberal arts setting (3 pages maximum); 5) a one-page statement addressing your vision for contributing to achieving the outcomes of the College’s strategic plan “The Strategy for a More Just CC” as a faculty member; 6) three letters of recommendation, at least one of which should address your experience and/or potential as a teacher; and 7) undergraduate and 8) graduate transcripts (unofficial copies and screenshots are suitable for applications; the successful candidate will be required to send official transcripts).

Optional Documents

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

$90,000

Visa Sponsorship Information:

Eligible for H-1B sponsorship

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

-Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
-Retirement plan (403b) where CC contributes 10%, with a mandated 5% employee contribution
-Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
-Tuition assistance benefits for employee and their eligible dependents
-Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
-Wellness benefits including free access to the fitness center, swimming pool, wellness center, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov.

Benefit Information:

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Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html

EOE Statement:

Colorado College is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship—including (but not limited to) recruiting, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, and access to training—without regard to race, creed, color, caste, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or gender expression, perceived gender, sexual preferences and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.