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Post-Doctoral Associate in theoretical physics of living systems	16360000 - LS-PHYSICS	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)	10 Feb 2025
A Post-doctoral Associate position is available in theoretical physics of living systems in the group led by Dr. Gabriel Birzu in the Department of Physics. The expected start date is Summer 2025, with some flexibility. The successful candidate will have a PhD in Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field, with strong mathematical and computational skills. The candidate will conduct theoretical research on microbial ecology and evolution. Possible research topics include inferring statistical models of microbial community dynamics from time series data, studying the dynamics of complex microbial communities, and developing models of adaptive evolution in spatial populations. Prior knowledge of biology is a plus, but not necessary. Collaboration with scientists from other departments or institutions will be encouraged. This position will be initially awarded for two years, and, contingent upon strong performance and conduct and availability of funds, may be renewed for a third year.
Assistant Professor of Physics in Particle Theory	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida (UF) has an opening for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in theoretical particle physics to begin August 16, 2025. We seek highly qualified candidates from all areas of theoretical particle physics. Present faculty members have expertise in beyond the Standard Model physics, particle astrophysics, cosmology, gravitational wave physics, and quantum gravity.
Assistant Professor in Experimental Biological Physics	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida (UF) seeks a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Biophysics Experiment to begin August 16, 2025. Applications are encouraged from highly qualified candidates in all areas of experimental biological physics, including but not limited to active matter and collective behavior, molecular and cellular function, signaling and information processing, neural dynamics and behavior, organismal physiology and development, ecological and evolutionary dynamics, and related topics.
Instructional Assistant Professor and Online Teaching Coordinator in Physics	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida (UF) seeks qualified applicants for a full-time, nine-month, term-limited, non-tenure-track position at the rank of Lecturer (working title: Instructional Assistant Professor) to begin on August 16, 2025, renewable annually with funding secured for three years. The primary teaching duties will be to work as a part of a team teaching over 5,000 students who take introductory physics classes at UF each year, both in-person and online. Teaching assignments will include both in-person and online courses.
Instructional Assistant Professor in Physics	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida (UF) seeks qualified applicants for a full-time, nine-month, renewable, non-tenure-track position at the rank of Lecturer (working title: Instructional Assistant Professor) to begin on August 16, 2025. The primary teaching duties will be to work as a part of a team teaching over 5,000 students who take introductory physics classes at UF each year, both in-person and online. Depending on the applicant's background and departmental needs, involvement in other areas of physics instruction may be possible.
Post-Doctoral Associate in Numerical/Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics	16360000 - LS-PHYSICS	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
A Post-doctoral Associate position in numerical/theoretical condensed matter physics is available in the group led by Prof. Jiabin Yu in the Department of Physics at the University of Florida, starting Fall 2025. This position will be initially awarded for two years (renewed annually), and, contingent upon strong performance, conduct and availability of funds, may be renewed for up to three years. The successful candidate will conduct numerical and theoretical research on topological quantum materials, correlated phenomena in moiré superlattices, quantum field theory, quantum dynamics, and/or related areas.
Research Administrator I / II	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)	19 Jan 2025
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida is seeking a Research Administrator I/II to join a dynamic team managing an active sponsored research program with approximately $10M in annual external funding. This role operates with a high degree of independence, performing pre- and post-award functions, managing personnel appointments, interpreting sponsor and university policies, and tracking research spending. Working closely with faculty, researchers, and a collaborative administrative team, this position contributes to advancing groundbreaking experimental and theoretical physics research while supporting a vibrant and inclusive departmental culture.
Post-Doctoral Associate in optical spectroscopies in low-dimensional materials	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
A Post-doctoral Associate position is available to work optical spectroscopies in low-dimensional materials led by Dr. Xiao-Xiao Zhang in the Department of Physics.
Tenure Track Assistant Professor – Experimental Optics for Gravitational Wave Detection	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-accruing position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 16, 2024. The targeted research area is precision interferometry and optical instrument science, generally, with a focus on gravitational wave detector instrumentation.
Post-Doctoral Associate in Cell Biology or Cancer Signaling	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
A Post-Doctoral Associate in Cell Biology or Cancer Signaling is available in the Department of Physics at the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This position will work closely with Dr. Juan Guan. To learn more about the lab, please visit https://guanlab.weebly.com/.
Post Doctoral Associate in the Center for Molecular Magnetic Quantum Materials (M2QM)	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Center for Molecular Magnetic Quantum Materials (M2QM) at the Department of Physics, University of Florida is seeking 3 Post Doctoral Associates. See https://efrc.ufl.edu/. M2QM is a renewed (Aug. 1, 2022) Energy Frontier Research Center funded by the US Department of Energy; See https://science.osti.gov/-/media/bes/pdf/awards/EFRC-awards-sheet-8-25.pdf. Successful candidates will work on spin transitions and magnetoelectric couplings in molecular magnetic systems, dynamics, and decoherence of spin and clock transition, spin-spin couplings, spin-environment interactions in junctions, simulation of inelastic tunneling spectroscopy (IETS) etc. Experience in DFT and beyond DFT methods, high-level quantum chemistry, machine learning, high-throughput modeling of complex materials, model Hamiltonian-based spin dynamics, or in IETS is a plus. This is a time-limited position.
Postdoctoral Associate in Stars	16060000 - LS-ASTRONOMY	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
A Postdoctoral Associate position is available in stars, including e.g. stellar physics, stellar evolution, stellar characterization, stellar populations or similar, to work with Dr. Jamie Tayar in the Department of Astronomy at the University of Florida to begin in Fall 2025.
Postdoctoral Associate in Theoretical/Computational Astrophysics	16060000 - LS-ASTRONOMY	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Astronomy at the University of Florida invites applications for a postdoctoral associate in theoretical/computational astrophysics to conduct research on topics related to galaxy evolution, dust in galaxies, and/or the physics of the ISM.
Postdoctoral Associate	19090000 - EG-MATERIALS SCI ENGINEERING	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
A postdoctoral position is available in the Center for Molecular Magnetic Quantum Materials (M2QM) at the University of Florida and Florida State University. The position will be jointly supervised by Prof. Stephen Hill and Prof. Richard Hennig. The project involves fundamental spectroscopic investigations of molecular quantum materials in the Electron Magnetic Resonance (EMR) group at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (MagLab, employing state-of-the-art instrumentation available at the MagLab for both continuous-wave and pulsed EPR at high magnetic fields. Additional stimuli, such as light irradiation and electric fields, will also be available to further modulate the quantum properties of the molecules under study. Areas of interest within M2QM that are under active investigation at the MagLab include understanding decoherence processes and the development of strategies for enhancing coherence in molecular spin qubits; demonstration of multi-qubit entanglement and quantum logic operations in magnetic molecules; and exploitation of magnetoelectric coupling and optical activity for realization of electrically and optically switchable spin qubits. The successful applicant should have a PhD in either physics, physical chemistry, or a closely related discipline. Some experience in the use of EPR spectroscopy is preferred. Strong consideration will also be given to applicants who have experience with other spectroscopic or magnetic characterization methods, particularly as applied to molecular materials.
Administrative Assistant II	16120100 - LS-CHEMISTRY-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)	22 Jan 2025
The Department of Chemistry within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) at the University of Florida is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant II. This position will be essential to supporting the department's administrative functions, including managing faculty and student records, coordinating departmental events, and ensuring efficient office operations. With a focus on physical chemistry studies, this role provides an engaging environment to support academic and research initiatives. Join our team and contribute to the success and impact of the Chemistry program at UF!
Assistant Scientist in astronomical space-based technology, experimentation, and instrumentation	16060100 - LS-ASTRONOMY-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
An Assistant Scientist position in astronomical space-based technology, experimentation, and instrumentation in science programs specializing in ultraviolet astrophysics is available to work with Dr. Keri Hoadley in the Department of Astronomy to begin in Spring 2025. This is a twelve-month, non-tenure-accruing, time-limited position. A successful candidate is expected to lead independent astronomical experimentation, technology development, and instrumentation programs alongside Dr. Hoadley’s group.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/FULL SCIENTIST	19020000 - EG-MECHANICAL / AEROSPACE ENG	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, time-limited, non-tenure track, 12-month faculty position at the rank of Research Assistant/Associate/Full Scientist.
Post-Doctoral Associate in Computational Chemistry	16120100 - LS-CHEMISTRY-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
A Post-doctoral Associate in Computational Chemistry position is available for graduates in computational or theoretical chemistry or related field to work in a project on the to implementation of the MELD Integrative structural biology approach (currently a plugin to OpenMM) into the AMBER suite of programs led by Dr. Perez and co-advised by Dr. Roitberg in the Department of Chemistry at UF.
Assistant Professor in in Astronomical Space Instrumentation, Large-Scale Structure, Cosmology, Galaxy Evolution, and/or Time Domain Astrophysics	16060000 - LS-ASTRONOMY	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Astronomy at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor to begin August 16, 2025. We particularly encourage applicants who have experience in Astronomical Space Instrumentation, Large-Scale Structure, Cosmology, Galaxy Evolution, and/or Time Domain Astrophysics. Candidate expertise can be at any wavelength or timescale within these specializations. Candidates with backgrounds in observational, experimental, theoretical, or computational astrophysics are welcome to apply.
Postdoctoral Associate	19020000 - EG-MECHANICAL / AEROSPACE ENG	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering invites applications for a 12-month, full-time Postdoctoral Associate. The Postdoctoral Associate will work in our Integrative Mechanobiology & Biophysics Laboratory (IMBL) and engage in setting up the two-photon fluorescent and lifetime imaging microscopes and training graduate students on imaging experimental skills. A successful candidate will work independently and also collaborate with other members to participate in the cutting-edge technology-and-discovery-driven research projects in a highly dynamic and exciting environment. The ideal candidate would have at least 1-2 years of experience in optical microscopy and image processing. Skills in LabVIEW programming and development of the mechano-electronic system are a strong plus, but not required. This position offers a rich opportunity to engage research at the frontier of biomedical and biotech fields, aiming for the next stage of the candidate's career, either in academic or industry.

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Position	Department	Location	Closes
Post-Doctoral Associate in theoretical physics of living systems	16360000 - LS-PHYSICS	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)	10 Feb 2025
A Post-doctoral Associate position is available in theoretical physics of living systems in the group led by Dr. Gabriel Birzu in the Department of Physics. The expected start date is Summer 2025, with some flexibility. The successful candidate will have a PhD in Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field, with strong mathematical and computational skills. The candidate will conduct theoretical research on microbial ecology and evolution. Possible research topics include inferring statistical models of microbial community dynamics from time series data, studying the dynamics of complex microbial communities, and developing models of adaptive evolution in spatial populations. Prior knowledge of biology is a plus, but not necessary. Collaboration with scientists from other departments or institutions will be encouraged. This position will be initially awarded for two years, and, contingent upon strong performance and conduct and availability of funds, may be renewed for a third year.
Assistant Professor of Physics in Particle Theory	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida (UF) has an opening for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in theoretical particle physics to begin August 16, 2025. We seek highly qualified candidates from all areas of theoretical particle physics. Present faculty members have expertise in beyond the Standard Model physics, particle astrophysics, cosmology, gravitational wave physics, and quantum gravity.
Assistant Professor in Experimental Biological Physics	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida (UF) seeks a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Biophysics Experiment to begin August 16, 2025. Applications are encouraged from highly qualified candidates in all areas of experimental biological physics, including but not limited to active matter and collective behavior, molecular and cellular function, signaling and information processing, neural dynamics and behavior, organismal physiology and development, ecological and evolutionary dynamics, and related topics.
Instructional Assistant Professor and Online Teaching Coordinator in Physics	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida (UF) seeks qualified applicants for a full-time, nine-month, term-limited, non-tenure-track position at the rank of Lecturer (working title: Instructional Assistant Professor) to begin on August 16, 2025, renewable annually with funding secured for three years. The primary teaching duties will be to work as a part of a team teaching over 5,000 students who take introductory physics classes at UF each year, both in-person and online. Teaching assignments will include both in-person and online courses.
Instructional Assistant Professor in Physics	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida (UF) seeks qualified applicants for a full-time, nine-month, renewable, non-tenure-track position at the rank of Lecturer (working title: Instructional Assistant Professor) to begin on August 16, 2025. The primary teaching duties will be to work as a part of a team teaching over 5,000 students who take introductory physics classes at UF each year, both in-person and online. Depending on the applicant's background and departmental needs, involvement in other areas of physics instruction may be possible.
Post-Doctoral Associate in Numerical/Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics	16360000 - LS-PHYSICS	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
A Post-doctoral Associate position in numerical/theoretical condensed matter physics is available in the group led by Prof. Jiabin Yu in the Department of Physics at the University of Florida, starting Fall 2025. This position will be initially awarded for two years (renewed annually), and, contingent upon strong performance, conduct and availability of funds, may be renewed for up to three years. The successful candidate will conduct numerical and theoretical research on topological quantum materials, correlated phenomena in moiré superlattices, quantum field theory, quantum dynamics, and/or related areas.
Research Administrator I / II	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)	19 Jan 2025
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida is seeking a Research Administrator I/II to join a dynamic team managing an active sponsored research program with approximately $10M in annual external funding. This role operates with a high degree of independence, performing pre- and post-award functions, managing personnel appointments, interpreting sponsor and university policies, and tracking research spending. Working closely with faculty, researchers, and a collaborative administrative team, this position contributes to advancing groundbreaking experimental and theoretical physics research while supporting a vibrant and inclusive departmental culture.
Post-Doctoral Associate in optical spectroscopies in low-dimensional materials	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
A Post-doctoral Associate position is available to work optical spectroscopies in low-dimensional materials led by Dr. Xiao-Xiao Zhang in the Department of Physics.
Tenure Track Assistant Professor – Experimental Optics for Gravitational Wave Detection	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Physics at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-accruing position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 16, 2024. The targeted research area is precision interferometry and optical instrument science, generally, with a focus on gravitational wave detector instrumentation.
Post-Doctoral Associate in Cell Biology or Cancer Signaling	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
A Post-Doctoral Associate in Cell Biology or Cancer Signaling is available in the Department of Physics at the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This position will work closely with Dr. Juan Guan. To learn more about the lab, please visit https://guanlab.weebly.com/.
Post Doctoral Associate in the Center for Molecular Magnetic Quantum Materials (M2QM)	16360100 - LS-PHYSICS-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Center for Molecular Magnetic Quantum Materials (M2QM) at the Department of Physics, University of Florida is seeking 3 Post Doctoral Associates. See https://efrc.ufl.edu/. M2QM is a renewed (Aug. 1, 2022) Energy Frontier Research Center funded by the US Department of Energy; See https://science.osti.gov/-/media/bes/pdf/awards/EFRC-awards-sheet-8-25.pdf. Successful candidates will work on spin transitions and magnetoelectric couplings in molecular magnetic systems, dynamics, and decoherence of spin and clock transition, spin-spin couplings, spin-environment interactions in junctions, simulation of inelastic tunneling spectroscopy (IETS) etc. Experience in DFT and beyond DFT methods, high-level quantum chemistry, machine learning, high-throughput modeling of complex materials, model Hamiltonian-based spin dynamics, or in IETS is a plus. This is a time-limited position.
Postdoctoral Associate in Stars	16060000 - LS-ASTRONOMY	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
A Postdoctoral Associate position is available in stars, including e.g. stellar physics, stellar evolution, stellar characterization, stellar populations or similar, to work with Dr. Jamie Tayar in the Department of Astronomy at the University of Florida to begin in Fall 2025.
Postdoctoral Associate in Theoretical/Computational Astrophysics	16060000 - LS-ASTRONOMY	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Astronomy at the University of Florida invites applications for a postdoctoral associate in theoretical/computational astrophysics to conduct research on topics related to galaxy evolution, dust in galaxies, and/or the physics of the ISM.
Postdoctoral Associate	19090000 - EG-MATERIALS SCI ENGINEERING	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
A postdoctoral position is available in the Center for Molecular Magnetic Quantum Materials (M2QM) at the University of Florida and Florida State University. The position will be jointly supervised by Prof. Stephen Hill and Prof. Richard Hennig. The project involves fundamental spectroscopic investigations of molecular quantum materials in the Electron Magnetic Resonance (EMR) group at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (MagLab, employing state-of-the-art instrumentation available at the MagLab for both continuous-wave and pulsed EPR at high magnetic fields. Additional stimuli, such as light irradiation and electric fields, will also be available to further modulate the quantum properties of the molecules under study. Areas of interest within M2QM that are under active investigation at the MagLab include understanding decoherence processes and the development of strategies for enhancing coherence in molecular spin qubits; demonstration of multi-qubit entanglement and quantum logic operations in magnetic molecules; and exploitation of magnetoelectric coupling and optical activity for realization of electrically and optically switchable spin qubits. The successful applicant should have a PhD in either physics, physical chemistry, or a closely related discipline. Some experience in the use of EPR spectroscopy is preferred. Strong consideration will also be given to applicants who have experience with other spectroscopic or magnetic characterization methods, particularly as applied to molecular materials.
Administrative Assistant II	16120100 - LS-CHEMISTRY-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)	22 Jan 2025
The Department of Chemistry within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) at the University of Florida is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant II. This position will be essential to supporting the department's administrative functions, including managing faculty and student records, coordinating departmental events, and ensuring efficient office operations. With a focus on physical chemistry studies, this role provides an engaging environment to support academic and research initiatives. Join our team and contribute to the success and impact of the Chemistry program at UF!
Assistant Scientist in astronomical space-based technology, experimentation, and instrumentation	16060100 - LS-ASTRONOMY-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
An Assistant Scientist position in astronomical space-based technology, experimentation, and instrumentation in science programs specializing in ultraviolet astrophysics is available to work with Dr. Keri Hoadley in the Department of Astronomy to begin in Spring 2025. This is a twelve-month, non-tenure-accruing, time-limited position. A successful candidate is expected to lead independent astronomical experimentation, technology development, and instrumentation programs alongside Dr. Hoadley’s group.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/FULL SCIENTIST	19020000 - EG-MECHANICAL / AEROSPACE ENG	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, time-limited, non-tenure track, 12-month faculty position at the rank of Research Assistant/Associate/Full Scientist.
Post-Doctoral Associate in Computational Chemistry	16120100 - LS-CHEMISTRY-GENERAL	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
A Post-doctoral Associate in Computational Chemistry position is available for graduates in computational or theoretical chemistry or related field to work in a project on the to implementation of the MELD Integrative structural biology approach (currently a plugin to OpenMM) into the AMBER suite of programs led by Dr. Perez and co-advised by Dr. Roitberg in the Department of Chemistry at UF.
Assistant Professor in in Astronomical Space Instrumentation, Large-Scale Structure, Cosmology, Galaxy Evolution, and/or Time Domain Astrophysics	16060000 - LS-ASTRONOMY	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Astronomy at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor to begin August 16, 2025. We particularly encourage applicants who have experience in Astronomical Space Instrumentation, Large-Scale Structure, Cosmology, Galaxy Evolution, and/or Time Domain Astrophysics. Candidate expertise can be at any wavelength or timescale within these specializations. Candidates with backgrounds in observational, experimental, theoretical, or computational astrophysics are welcome to apply.
Postdoctoral Associate	19020000 - EG-MECHANICAL / AEROSPACE ENG	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering invites applications for a 12-month, full-time Postdoctoral Associate. The Postdoctoral Associate will work in our Integrative Mechanobiology & Biophysics Laboratory (IMBL) and engage in setting up the two-photon fluorescent and lifetime imaging microscopes and training graduate students on imaging experimental skills. A successful candidate will work independently and also collaborate with other members to participate in the cutting-edge technology-and-discovery-driven research projects in a highly dynamic and exciting environment. The ideal candidate would have at least 1-2 years of experience in optical microscopy and image processing. Skills in LabVIEW programming and development of the mechano-electronic system are a strong plus, but not required. This position offers a rich opportunity to engage research at the frontier of biomedical and biotech fields, aiming for the next stage of the candidate's career, either in academic or industry.

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