Assistant Professor in Experimental AMO Quantum Science

Rice University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rice University in Houston, Texas, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in experimental atomic, molecular, or optical physics, focusing on quantum science. The ideal candidate will connect AMO physics to condensed matter and quantum information and will teach, on average, one course per semester.

A Ph.D. in physics or related field is required by July 1, 2027, and the Department expects an independent and vigorous research program alongside service duties.

Qualifications

• PhD in physics or related field required by July 1, 2027.
• Tenure-track appointment anticipated at the assistant professor level.
• Teaching expectation: on average one undergraduate or graduate course per semester.

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent and vigorous research program in AMO/quantum science.
• Contribute to service missions of the Department and University.
• Teach undergraduate or graduate courses on average one per semester.

Skills

Independent research

Collaborative work

Education

PhD in physics or related field

Job description

Rice University in Houston, Texas, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in experimental atomic, molecular, or optical physics, focusing on quantum science. The ideal candidate will connect AMO physics to condensed matter and quantum information and will teach, on average, one course per semester.

A Ph.D. in physics or related field is required by July 1, 2027, and the Department expects an independent and vigorous research program alongside service duties.