Assistant Professor, Experimental Quantum Science

Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in experimental quantum science, spanning AMO and AMO-like systems, precision measurements, and experimental quantum information science. The department seeks candidates who show promise in both research and teaching.

Children of commitment to MIT's research ecosystem should submit materials via AcademicJobsOnline by December 1, 2026.

Job description

The Physics Department of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, located in Cambridge, MA, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in experimental quantum science, including atomic, molecular and optical (AMO) and AMO-like systems; precision measurements; and experimental quantum information science.

Faculty members at MIT conduct research, teach undergraduate and graduate physics courses, supervise graduate and undergraduate participation in research, and engage in service to MIT and the broader scientific community. Candidates must show promise in teaching as well as in research. A Ph.D. in physics or a physics-related discipline is required by the start of employment. Preference will be given to appointments at the Assistant Professor level. The application deadline is December 1, 2026. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a brief description of research interests and goals (up to 3 pages), and a statement on teaching, mentoring, and advising (up to 2 pages) to AcademicJobsOnline.org. Applicants should also arrange to have three letters of reference uploaded by the deadline. Any inquiries should be directed to Prof. Martin Zwierlein, Search Committee Chair, at [e-mail].

9 Month Academic Salary Pay Range: $143,000 - $154,000

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