Associate Professor of Physics (Quantum Technology)

University Of Oxford • College Park, MD

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About The Position

The Department of Physics and Balliol College are recruiting an Associate Professor (or Professor) of Atomic and Laser Physics (Experimental Quantum Science and Technology). The post will be held in the Department of Physics, together with a Tutorial Fellowship at Balliol College, University of Oxford. This is an opportunity to develop a world-leading research programme in experimental quantum science and technology with atoms, ions, molecules, photons, or similar quantum systems. We aim for a person who can engage strongly with the quantum-technology related activities in Oxford. This includes the prospect for collaborations with research groups in atomic and laser physics and condensed matter physics, associations with the QCI3 quantum Hub, the NQCC in Harwell, and the new Oxford Quantum Institute. The post is available from 1st April 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The Associate Professor will develop a world-leading research programme in one of the above areas, teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, and participate in administration of both College and Department. On behalf of the College, they will have responsibility for admission, teaching of undergraduates and support of graduates, and pastoral care of students reading degrees in Physics. They will play a role in the running of the College as a trustee and a member of its Governing Body.

Requirements

• Hold a doctorate in physics or a related subject
• Proven record of internationally leading research in experimental quantum science and technology
• Excellent teacher at undergraduate and graduate level
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Interpersonal skills necessary to engage with students and colleagues at all levels

Responsibilities

• Develop a world-leading research programme
• Teach at undergraduate and graduate levels
• Participate in administration of both College and Department
• Responsibility for admission, teaching of undergraduates and support of graduates
• Pastoral care of students reading degrees in Physics
• Play a role in the running of the College as a trustee and a member of its Governing Body

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees