Assistant Professor, Experimental Condensed Matter Physics, College of Arts and Sciences

University of Cincinnati•Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,000 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 350,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $88.8 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu. UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success. The Department of Physics supports thriving undergraduate and graduate programs. Areas of active research include astrophysics, condensed matter physics, high energy physics, and physics education research. We are committed to fostering a supportive and welcoming environment for our students, faculty, and staff. The Department of Physics invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in experimental condensed matter physics, in the area of quantum phenomena, broadly defined. Themes of interest include but are not limited to material synthesis and characterization, devices, circuits, or photonics. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a robust, externally funded research program that incorporates undergraduate and graduate student researchers, be an effective instructor in undergraduate and graduate courses, and help grow the culture of academic excellence in the department. The preferred starting date for this position is August 2026.

Requirements

Prior to effective date of appointment, a Ph.D. in Physics, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

Teaching Physics courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including but not limited to College Physics, Intermediate Mechanics, or Quantum Mechanics.
Establishing an experimental research program in quantum phenomena that involves undergraduate and graduate students, actively seeking external funding to support research, publishing papers co-authored with students in peer-reviewed journals, and disseminating research results at professional conferences such as the annual meeting of the American Physical society.
Participating in professional service, which may include serving on steering graduate and undergraduate committees and PHD committees, and service to the broader research community, for example as a referee for peer-reviewed journals.

Benefits

Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
Professional development & mentorship opportunities