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Faculty Associate - Research

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Monterey, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2026
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Posted: 17-Sep-25

Location: Monterey, California

Type: Non tenure-track

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Research Assistant/Associate

Department of Physics

Graduate School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA

The Physics Department of the Naval Postgraduate School invites applications for a research assistant/associate position with experience in one or several areas of optics, lasers, material science and characterization, sensors, directed energy, physics, or related fields. Exceptional candidates may be considered for appointment at a more senior level. Applicants must show a history of work in these or closely aligned areas. The official position title is defined as “Faculty Associate – Research.”

The Physics Department is part of the Graduate School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, which has a long history of excellence in the areas of directed energy technologies. The Physics Department has active research programs in directed energy research, including modeling of propagation and material interactions, atmospheric sensing, and material characterization. This position would support growing research programs in one or more of these areas. As an employee of the Naval Postgraduate School, the incumbent would also have the opportunity to pursue graduate studies in a related field.

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A Letter Of Application Including CV, Statements Of Research Interests, And The Names And Addresses Of Three Or More References Should Be Sent To

Prof. Keith Cohn

Associate Professor

Department of Physics

Naval Postgraduate School

Monterey, CA 93943

Email: krcohn@nps.edu

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Relocation package, including relocation incentive may be authorized. The position will remain open until filled.

The Naval Postgraduate School is an equal opportunity employer. For additional information about NPS, please refer to the website at http://www.nps.edu

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