Assistant Professor in Theoretical Physics-Department of Physics

Inside Higher Ed; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in California is seeking an Assistant Professor in the Physics Department, specializing in theoretical physics with a focus on quantum information. Responsibilities include conducting research and teaching. The ideal candidate holds a PhD or is enrolled in a PhD program, with preference for those having a PhD by the date of hire. This position adds to a diverse community dedicated to equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• PhD or enrolled in PhD program at the time of application.
• PhD by the date of hire preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in theoretical physics, especially in quantum information and computation.
• Teach courses and mentor students in physics.

Skills

Theoretical physics

Education

PhD or equivalent international degree

PhD by date of hire (preferred)

Job description

Overview

The Physics Department at the University of California, Berkeley is conducting an open search to fill a tenure-track faculty position for an Assistant Professor in theoretical physics. This is a broad search for a theoretical physicist in quantum information and quantum many-body theory. The search is open to all theorists interested in quantum information and computation, as well as their connections to different subfields of physics, including condensed matter, high energy physics, AMO physics and quantum gravity.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
PhD (or equivalent international degree), or enrolled in PhD or equivalent international degree-granting program at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications
A PhD (or equivalent international degree) by the date of hire.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research Accomplishments and Plans
• Statement of Teaching and Mentoring Experience, Interests, and Plans
• List of Publications - Include a comprehensive publication list, but please also include a separate list of what you would consider 3-5 of your most significant publications.
• Statement on Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion if hired at Berkeley.

Reference requirements

• 3-5 letters of reference required

Apply

Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF03478

Campus Information

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at UC Berkeley. Our excellence can only be fully realized by faculty, students, and academic and non-academic staff who share our commitment to these values. The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

Job location

Berkeley, CA