Physics and Astronomy (Quantum Information Science and Engineering), Tenure-Track Faculty

MTSU Jobs • Murfreesboro, TN

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About The Position

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#156050) at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2025. We seek candidates with expertise in theoretical, computational, or experimental studies of Quantum Information Science and Engineering, including: Quantum photonics Quantum sensing Quantum control Quantum networking Quantum computing Quantum materials The successful candidate should have a passion for research and teaching and must submit a plan for establishing an active research program that fully engages undergraduates. In addition, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with graduate students in our Computational Science and Data Science PhD programs and will be expected to participate in our newly launched Quantum Science Initiative. MTSU is an R2 university with a strong emphasis on research. The Physics & Astronomy faculty consists of NSF CAREER award winners, as well as faculty funded through traditional sources such as NSF, DOE, and NASA, including Fulbright and KITP Scholars. The department offers a B.S. in physics with concentrations in professional physics, quantum science and computing, applied physics, physics teaching, and astronomy. To learn more about the department, please visit https://physics.mtsu.edu/. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• A terminal degree in physics or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.
• The successful candidate should have a passion for research and teaching and must submit a plan for establishing an active research program that fully engages undergraduates.
• Applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of online application.
• The research statement must include a plan for establishing an active research program that fully engages undergraduates.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants with a proven track record for mentoring women and minorities will receive special consideration.

Benefits

• MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees