Tenure-track position in theoretical physics (including areas such as general relativity and cosmology)

Université Laval seeks applications for a tenure-track position at the Department of Physics, Engineering Physics, and Optics of the Faculty of Science and Engineering in theoretical physics, but including areas such as general relativity and cosmology.

The anticipated starting date is January 1, 2026, but earlier appointments may be possible. The successful candidate will establish an independent, original, and high-quality research program, that both overlaps with and extends one or more of the department's core research areas, such as theoretical high-energy physics and astrophysics (including, but limited to, quantum field theory, particle physics, phenomenology, conformal field theory, mathematical physics, astroparticle physics, general relativity, gravitational waves, galaxy formation and cosmology) as well as complex systems and networks (combining tools and concepts from statistical mechanics, graph theory, nonlinear dynamics and differential geometry to build mathematical models with applications in core network science, epidemiology, neuroscience, computer science and ecology).

Interdisciplinary collaborations with affiliated research centers (Centre de recherche en mathématiques (CRM), Centre de recherche en astrophysique du Québec (CRAQ), Centre interdisciplinaire en modélisation mathématique (CIMM), Centre d’optique, photonique et laser (COPL), Centre de recherche CERVO, Institut intelligence et données (IID), Centre de recherche en données massives) are strongly encouraged.

The candidate will be expected to conduct a vigorous and independent research program supported by external funding (from government agencies); teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels in French (Université Laval offers various means of learning and perfecting the French language during their first three years of employment); supervise Master’s and Ph.D. students; contribute to the academic life, outreach, and reputation of the department, faculty, and university; and participate in administrative duties and curricular development. See https://www.rh.ulaval.ca/emploi/HCM/10138/votreexpertise for full list of selection criterias.

Université Laval rejects all forms of discrimination, promotes excellence in research and research training, and guarantees equal opportunity for all candidates. We endorse the principle that excellence and equity are compatible and complementary. We welcome and encourage applications from members of racialized and visible minority groups.