Assistant Professor of Physics and Engineering

Assistant Professor of Physics and Engineering page is loaded## Assistant Professor of Physics and Engineering locations:
Cincinnati, OHtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
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** Assistant Professor of Physics and Engineering Xavier University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the  to begin in Fall 2026. The candidate is expected to significantly contribute to and potentially lead the  accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. The individual must hold a Ph.D. in an engineering field.

Responsibilities include:

teaching the equivalent of 3 courses per semester including lecture and lab courses in physics and engineering found within the curriculum, guiding the Senior Design year-long course sequence, leading in the ABET accreditation process including the engineering physics advisory board, fostering industry relationships, having productive engagement in scholarly activities, mentoring undergraduates in a research program, and advising students. The successful candidate should bring a passion for teaching undergraduates.

Experience supervising undergraduates in research, interest in collaboration with other Xavier faculty, and experience in ABET accreditation are all preferred.

A generous start-up package is available and multiple private endowments support faculty research in the sciences king external funding to augment these funds is welcome but not required. Additionally, Xavier’s location in , a vibrant metropolitan city with multiple universities, hosts many engineering companies including GE Aerospace, Proctor & Gamble, Johnson & Johnson, Belcan, Meridian Bioscience, KZF Design, and many more which allows faculty to work with community partners to develop research and immersive learning opportunities.

Xavier is a member of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities as well as the Big East. Xavier is a national university in the Carnegie classifications, and was recently named in the most innovative schools nationally by U.S. News and World Report. Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts.

Guided by our , we welcome and support members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We unreservedly commit to open and free inquiry, deliberately seek out multiple perspectives, and create a campus where everyone feels a sense of .At Xavier and in this department, we believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive environment that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and manifests belonging.

We welcome candidates from all walks of life with different strengths, experiences, beliefs, and backgrounds to apply.

To be considered, applicants should submit the following to Xavier University’s website: an application letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy that incorporates how you can support student belonging, and a statement of research interests that includes ideas for scholarly work with undergraduates. Review of applications will begin immediately and will be open until the position is filled. Finalists will be asked for letters of recommendation.

Questions may be sent to the Chair of the Department of Physics & Engineering, Dr. Justin Link, efits - applies only to full-time positions:

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family.  Eligibility varies by position and employment class:
* Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
* Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
* Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
* Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
* Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.

Thank you for your interest in joining our university community. At Xavier University, we are more than an academic institution — we are a mission-driven community grounded in the Ignatian tradition. Our values of reflection, service, and the pursuit of justice inspire everything we do, from our teaching and research to the way we treat one another. We believe in the power of collaboration, and we cultivate an environment where every voice is valued and diverse perspectives enrich our shared work.

Our faculty, staff, and students form a vibrant, inclusive community united by a commitment to excellence, compassion, and a greater good. Whether you're applying for your first role in higher education or bringing years of experience, we invite you to explore how your journey might align with ours. Come be a part of something…