Assistant Professor - Quantum Information Science and Technology (Experiment)

Miami University Alumni Association•Oxford, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Physics is hiring a tenure-track Assistant Professor in experimental Quantum Information Science and Technology starting in August 2027. The selected candidate will build an externally funded research program, teach undergraduate and graduate physics courses, mentor students at all levels, and contribute to institutional service. This role is part of a major university-wide expansion in quantum initiatives that includes a new quantum institute, new degree programs, and cluster hires. The successful candidate will expand the department's existing quantum research capabilities while opening new avenues for interdisciplinary collaboration. The Department of Physics seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in experimental Quantum Information Science and Technology (QIST) beginning August 2027 to develop a nationally-recognized externally-funded research program; to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in physics; and to provide service to the institution. Candidates with expertise in quantum sensing and metrology are preferred. Current faculty research in QIST includes quantum optics, cold atom physics, molecular spectroscopy, topologically-protected magnetic materials, and quantum information theory. This search seeks candidates who will bolster collaborative potential in these areas, while also establishing new directions of research. This search is part of a large university-wide investment in QIST initiatives with new degree programs, the establishment of a quantum institute, faculty cluster hires, and strengthening of national partnerships. The Department has an established reputation for excellence in undergraduate education and research mentoring, a strong residential master’s degree program, and is a member of national QIST collaboratives. The Department is on an increasing research trajectory and is a member of newly established doctoral programs in engineering and computer science. We seek candidates who will provide exceptional research mentoring to students at all levels (undergraduate, MS, and PhD), and will complement and contribute to the mission and strengths of the Department.

Requirements

Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience in physics or related field

Nice To Haves

Specializing in quantum sensing and metrology

Responsibilities

Build an externally funded research program
Teach undergraduate and graduate physics courses
Mentor students at all levels
Contribute to institutional service
Develop a nationally-recognized externally-funded research program
Teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in physics
Provide service to the institution
Provide exceptional research mentoring to students at all levels (undergraduate, MS, and PhD)