Tenure-Track Assistant Professor (Physics Department)
About The Position
The Department of Physics at Temple University, within the College of Science and Technology, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in theoretical or experimental quantum physics. The anticipated start date is Fall 2027. The department seeks an outstanding scholar and teacher who will contribute to academic excellence, innovative research, and inclusive education. Candidates should pursue research that complements and strengthens existing departmental expertise, offers opportunities for collaboration across research areas, and can establish a sustainable, externally funded research program. Experimental researchers are encouraged to consider using existing departmental infrastructure, including cleanroom facilities, and building connections with complementary experimental and theoretical activities across the Department and University. Research interests include quantum sensing and quantum-enhanced measurement, quantum computing and information science, quantum optics and AMO physics, and quantum-enabled approaches in nuclear and particle physics. Research that bridges subfields, connects with national laboratories or industry, or contributes to broader scientific initiatives is welcome. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and/or graduate Physics courses, conduct and publish scholarly research, seek external research funding, mentor and advise students from different backgrounds, and contribute to departmental, college, and university service.
Requirements
- PhD in Physics or a closely related field, conferred by the time of appointment.
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in research, teaching, student mentorship, and scholarship.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and accessible academic environment.
Nice To Haves
- Postdoctoral research experience.
- Experience teaching and mentoring students from different backgrounds in an inclusive setting.
- Evidence of collaborative and interdisciplinary work.
- Track record of scholarly contributions to quantum physics through active research and publications.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Physics.
- Conduct scholarly research and publish in peer-reviewed venues.
- Seek external funding to support research activities.
- Mentor and advise students from different backgrounds.
- Contribute to departmental, college, and university service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
