Open-Rank Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Experimental Nuclear or High Energy Physics

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Job Title:

Open-Rank Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Experimental Nuclear or High Energy Physics

Department:

Arts and Sciences | Physics Administration

Experimental Nuclear or High Energy Physics with connection to Astrophysics

Department of Physics

College of Arts and Sciences

Position Overview

The Department of Physics at The Ohio State University announces an opening for a tenure-track faculty position for an experimental particle or nuclear physicist whose research focuses on the intersection of astrophysics and either particle or nuclear physics. The open rank appointment, with the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor title depending on qualifications, will start in Autumn 2027. A non-exhaustive list of possible topics at this intersection includes dark matter, neutrinos and neutrino astronomy, cosmic rays and gamma rays, multi-messenger astrophysics, gravitational waves, and nuclear astrophysics. The Ohio State University has a strong and impactful record of innovative research in experimental particle and nuclear physics in both detector development and data analysis. Ohio State faculty play leading roles in current and future accelerator-based particle and nuclear experiments including CMS, ATLAS, milliQan, SUBMET, FORMOSA at the FPF, NOvA, DUNE, STAR, and ePIC; in ANITA, ARA, PUEO, and RNO-G for ultra-high-energy neutrinos and cosmic rays; in the DESI, Roman Space Telescope, and Rubin DESC cosmology programs; and in SDSS, ASAS-SN, and the Large Binocular Telescope via the Department of Astronomy, whose Imaging Sciences Laboratory builds astronomical instrumentation. The successful candidate will help connect these efforts. The candidate will also work to advance the Department’s mission in research, teaching, and service and is anticipated to become a member of the Ohio State Center for Cosmology and AstroParticle Physics ( CCAPP ), a center of excellence consisting of 25 faculty members from the Department of Physics and Department of Astronomy, together with approximately 20 postdoctoral fellows and 25 graduate students.

Performance Objective s

Applicants should demonstrate the potential to be a recognized leader in experimental high energy or nuclear physics, who will develop a productive, well-funded, and internationally prominent research program. Successful candidates will be expected to:

• •foster cross-disciplinary research with sustained impact;
• •develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program;
• •have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring; and
• •contribute to the teaching (graduate and undergraduate) and service missions of the University.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required : Candidates must hold a PhD in Physics or a closely related field.

Desired : Candidates with an established research record, as evidenced by a body of peer reviewed publications and, in the case of applicants at the level of Associate Professor or Professor, external funding and invited presentations, are invited to apply. We are seeking candidates who, in addition to building their independent research program, have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring and to building a welcoming intellectual community, in line with OSU’s Shared Values (see below). Applicants should demonstrate the potential to be a recognized leader in the field of experimental high energy or nuclear physics, who will develop a productive, well-funded, and internationally prominent research program.

Additional Information

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package .

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application via Workday https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Open-Rank-Tenure-Track-Faculty-Position-in-Experimental-Nuclear-or-High-Energy-Physics_R161214-1

The search committee will begin reviewing applications on November 1, 2026 and the final deadline for application submission is November 15, 2026.

Inquiries may be directed to Prof. Mile Lisa at lisa.1@osu.edu .

Application materials submitted in Workday must include the four (4) attachments below:

• •Attachment 1: Cover Letter: 1-2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.
• •Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae) : Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.
• •Attachment 3: Research Statement: Summary of your past research accomplishments, current work/research, and proposal for your future research plan as a faculty member.
• •Attachment 4: Teaching Statement : A statement of your approaches, experience and philosophy regarding your teaching, learning, and mentoring.

All applicants will be asked to provide the names and contact information for three references within 48-72 hours following the submission of application materials.

Additional Information:

The College

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Department Information

The Department of Physics at The Ohio State University is one of the university’s largest, offering a broad range of research areas and academic programs. As a department in the division of Natural and Mathematical Sciences in the College of the Arts and Sciences, the Department of Physics occupies the Physics Research Building as well as instructional and advising space in Smith Laboratory, the former home of the department. The department is the home to multiple internationally renowned centers and research facilities. The department currently has 54 faculty and approximately 30 postdoctoral researchers and research scientists, 200 graduate students, and 375 undergraduate majors. For more information, see: https://physics.osu.edu/about-us .

The University

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