Job Title:  Physics and Astronomy, CFS-Track (may be underfilled with visiting faculty position)

Job Classification:  CFS-Professional

Posting close date: December 15, 2025

* NOTE: Last day to apply is Sunday, December 14, 2025 @11:59 PM MST

Start date of this position:  June 2026

Required Degree: Masters in physics or astronomy or related field. PhD preferred.

The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience:   The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Brigham Young University (BYU) in Provo, Utah, invites applications for a faculty position to begin August 2026.  Qualifications include a Master's in physics, astronomy or related field, ability to pursue a strong and independent research agenda, and a clear commitment to both undergraduate and graduate teaching.

We welcome applicants who strengthen or complement existing research or who introduce strategic/emerging areas of research. For more information, visit https://physics.byu.edu/department/hiring.

Duties/Expectations: The duties for this professional faculty position fall into three categories: teaching, demonstration management and development (M&D), and citizenship.  While the exact percentages may vary over time due to the needs of the department, the initial estimate is 50% teaching, 40% demonstration M&D, and 10% citizenship.

Teaching:

• Teach undergraduate courses from among the introductory physics courses, the experimental and computational lab courses, and physical science, which are intellectually enlarging, spiritually strengthening, and character building. 
• Develop course materials including syllabi, lectures, discussion materials, assignments and assessments that are aligned with department and course learning outcomes and the aims of a BYU education.
• Incorporate inclusive, evidence-based, and active learning strategies in course delivery that promote student growth and habits supportive of lifelong learning.
• Provide academic support to students through regular office hours, feedback, and mentorship to encourage students to reach their divine potential.
• Participate in course and curriculum development and assessment activities in the department.
• Mentor student teaching assistants through supervision and training in course content and in facilitating effective learning strategies in recitation sections, lab sections, and large help settings.

Demonstration Management and Development:

• Develop, maintain, and repair high-impact classroom demonstrations for use in large lecture physics settings smaller physics courses and outreach.
• Collaborate with faculty on selection and use of appropriate demonstrations to enhance student engagement and understanding of key physics concepts.
• Train and supervise student employees in the set up and take down demonstrations for scheduled classes and to provide in-class support when needed.
• Maintain an organized inventory and digital catalog of demonstrations.
• Develop new demonstrations using modern tools and technology where appropriate, in collaboration with other faculty, that facilitate inclusive, evidence-based, and active learning strategies.
• Ensure all equipment and demonstrations are operated safely and comply with relevant safety protocols.
• Mentor student demo workers to help them learn needed skills, develop confidence, and prepare for future opportunities.

Citizenship

• Under the direction of the Department Chair, contribute to the administrative councils and committees in the department.
• Contribute to the overall sense of support, belonging, and peacemaking in the department.
• Participate in University committees, if requested.

Information required at the time of application - Please list the individual contact information for each of your three recommenders on the faculty application. At some point during the selection process, they may be contacted to submit their letters of reference electronically

Document(s) required at the time of application - Please attach your Mission Alignment Statement (full-time faculty only), updated Curriculum Vitae, and cover letter to the faculty application.

Mission Alignment Statement

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball). 

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

Employment Requirements

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.