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Acting Assistant Professor
Uw Tacoma Keybank Professional Development Center
Location : Seattle, WA, 98104
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $82,000 - $86,000 per annum
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
The Department of Energy’s
The Department of Energy’sInstitute for Nuclear Theory (INT)at theUniversity of Washingtoninvites applications for anINT Junior Fellowposition beginning inSummer or Fall 2026. Appointed at the rank ofActing Assistant Professorin the Department of Physics, the successful candidate will receive the resources and support needed to advance independent research at the frontiers of nuclear physics during the critical transition period from postdoctoral scholar to professional ranks. While the primary focus of the position is on research, opportunities forteaching and graduate student mentorshipare also available.
The INT’s local research interests include QCD, effective field theory, weak interactions and symmetries, relativistic heavy-ion physics, high-energy nuclear physics, many-body theory, nuclear astrophysics, nuclear structure, lattice gauge theory, and quantum computing. The Institute hosts approximately 450 visiting scientists each year, representing all areas of nuclear physics as well as its intersections with neighboring subfields.
An Acting Assistant Professor is annually renewable for up to four consecutive years, contingent upon continued funding. This is a full-time 9-month position (per year) and is not eligible for tenure. The INT is committed to funding this position for 12 months annually and will provide 3 additional months of summer support each year. The base full-time equivalent salary range for this position will be $82,000 - $86,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Freqently Asked Questions
Unlike standard tenure-track roles, this Acting Professor position offers a unique transitional appointment focusing heavily on nuclear physics research with annual renewals and dedicated summer funding, providing a bridge from postdoctoral work to permanent academic ranks at Uw Tacoma Keybank.
Applicants will delve into cutting-edge fields like quantum chromodynamics, nuclear astrophysics, and quantum computing, reflecting Seattle's vibrant scientific community and the department's emphasis on pioneering nuclear theory and physics research.
While the position is renewable for up to four years without tenure, it provides substantial resources to develop independent research credentials, enhancing prospects for future permanent academic roles or research leadership within Seattle's scientific institutions.
Candidates generally need a strong postdoctoral background in nuclear physics or related fields, demonstrated research excellence, and potential for mentorship, aligned with the academic standards and research culture of Uw Tacoma Keybank.
Seattle's academic scene, especially in nuclear physics, is moderately competitive with fewer acting professor openings than larger hubs like Boston, but its strong research funding and collaborative environment attract top-tier candidates seeking focused research roles.
Given Seattle’s traffic patterns, commuting to Uw Tacoma Keybank can be time-consuming during peak hours, so candidates often consider flexible schedules or remote research components to balance accessibility with productivity.
This role offers a competitive full-time salary range of $82,000 to $86,000 annually, with additional summer support and access to a vibrant network of over 450 visiting scientists, fostering a collaborative and resource-rich environment.
The center provides comprehensive research funding, mentorship opportunities, and access to interdisciplinary collaborations, enabling Acting Professors to advance their scientific careers effectively within Seattle’s dynamic academic landscape.
Salaries typically range from $82,000 to $86,000 per year, reflecting Seattle’s living costs and the specialized expertise required in nuclear physics research, with additional summer funding enhancing total compensation.
This position uniquely combines a research-heavy focus with guaranteed summer funding and annual renewals, distinguishing it from many assistant professor roles that may emphasize teaching or have less predictable funding structures.
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