The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Los Angeles invites applications for a full-time tenured mid-career Associate Professor or Professor faculty position in experimental plasma physics, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027, or earlier.
UCLA has research programs in experimental, theoretical, and computational plasma physics, which include efforts in fundamental plasmas, inertial and magnetic confinement fusion energy, high-energy density plasmas, plasma-based accelerators, and space and astrophysical plasmas. Outstanding candidates are sought with expertise in plasma experiments, and who have demonstrated exceptional research in frontier areas of plasma physics. The candidate is expected to lead the Basic Plasma Science Facility (https://plasma.physics.ucla.edu/). In addition, we expect that the candidate will initiate a significant fusion-related program in the available space in the Science and Technology Research Building on campus, thereby expanding fusion science and engineering activities at UCLA. The candidate is expected to effectively teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels. This position involves a possibility of securing an endowed chair in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, which carries a substantial endowment, with the opportunity of a joint appointment in the School of Engineering. A Ph.D. or equivalent degree is required.
Candidates should submit a cover letter; a curriculum vitae including a list of publications; a synopsis of educational goals, including a commitment to teaching and a philosophy for teaching a graduate level plasma physics course; a statement of research accomplishments, interests and plans; complete a reference check authorization release form; and arrange for at least three and up to five letters of reference to be uploaded to UCLA Academic Recruit. Please submit your application materials online at https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10751.
The deadline for full consideration is March 1, 2026; however, the search will remain open until the position is filled.
The salary is competitive with those of senior professors at other institutions. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See Table 1 Faculty-Ladder Ranks-Professor Series Academic Year (ucop.edu)(PDF). The salary range for this position is $99,600-$212,000. “Off-scale salaries” and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) invites applications for an Academic Administrator IV position in the area of quantum information science. The department is seeking outstanding candidates with the capacity for excellence in teaching, administering aspects of an academic program, and a clear commitment to enhancing the diversity of the department. Individuals with a history of and commitment to mentoring students from underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics or other related science or engineering fields, as well as experience teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level. Candidate should also have experience or capacity for managing scientific instructional and research laboratories.
The successful candidate is expected to lead the instructional laboratory component of the UCLA Master of Quantum Science and Technology Degree Program. This includes the administrative duties of maintaining a world-class teaching lab in quantum information science, the direct instructional support of students enrolled in laboratory classes, and the management of teaching and research assistants supporting these labs. They should have experience with experimental equipment and research techniques in multiple areas including lasers and quantum optics, RF electronics, solid-state devices, nuclear spin systems, and cryogenics. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026 and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Please apply online by June 5, 2026 via the UCLA Academic Recruit website: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF11020.
Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, publication list, statement of teaching experience and interest, statement of management philosophy, and optionally a statement of past research accomplishments. In addition please complete a reference check authorization release form. Please arrange through this website to have 3-5 letters of recommendation submitted as well.
The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See Table 34 Academic Administrator Series FY(PDF) for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $104,049 – $116,995.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar position in collider physics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). The UCLA group, led by Profs. Bachtis, Hauser, and Saltzberg, is involved in several high-profile activities in the CMS experiment at CERN, in the areas of L1 Trigger and Muon system upgrades. The group has recently made major analysis contributions in long-lived particle searches, high-mass resonant searches, Higgs self-coupling measurements, and precision measurements of the W and Z boson masses. The successful candidate will work closely with Prof. Bachtis, and is expected to initiate a new data analysis effort while strongly contributing to the algorithms, firmware, integration, installation, and commissioning of the Global Muon Trigger (GMT) for the High Luminosity LHC. Through the GMT work, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with cutting-edge Versal SoCs.
The Postdoctoral Scholar appointment is contingent upon evidence of a doctoral degree, documentation of employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, funding availability, and approval of the Dean of the Division of Graduate Education. Applicants must have received (or expect to soon receive) a PhD in physics, astrophysics, or a closely related discipline. The tentative starting date is Summer or Fall 2026.
The position will be for an initial term of two years, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon performance and availability of funding. Salary range: $71,491 per year or higher.
Application Process
Qualified applicants should submit a single PDF to EEPpostdoctoralsearch@physics.ucla.edu The PFD should include:
The deadline for receiving all materials is June 1st 2026.
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As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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We invite applications for a postdoctoral position in theoretical and numerical plasma physics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at UCLA. The successful applicant will join the prospective research group of Dr. Young Dae Yoon, inaugurating in July 2026, on research topics such as wave–particle interactions, magnetogenesis, magnetic reconnection, gravitoelectromagnetism, non-equilibrium processes, and plasma thermodynamics. A wide range of applications is envisioned, spanning fields from astrophysics to nuclear fusion. Projects may involve a combination of analytical methods and numerical simulations, depending on the candidate’s expertise and interests.
The Postdoctoral Scholar appointment is contingent upon evidence of a doctoral degree, documentation of employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, funding availability, and approval of the Dean of the Division of Graduate Education. Applicants must have received (or expect to soon receive) a PhD in physics, plasma physics, astrophysics, or a closely related discipline. The tentative starting date is Fall 2026.
The position will be for an initial term of two years, with the possibility of extension contingent upon performance and availability of funding.
Application Process
Qualified applicants should submit a single PDF to youngdae.yoon@apctp.org that includes:
About UCLA
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment(PDF)