Assistant Professor - Quantum Information Computing

University of Massachusetts Boston; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

The Computer Science Department at University of Massachusetts Boston invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in quantum information computing to begin September 1, 2027. We seek strong candidates in the broad fields of quantum computing and/or quantum information.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in computer science or a related area, receive a competitive salary and start-up package, and be expected to establish a highly recognized, externally

Qualifications

• PhD in computer science or related area is required.
• Establish an externally funded, independent research program.

Skills

Quantum computing

Quantum information

Education

PhD in computer science or related area

Job description

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Assistant Professor - Quantum Information Computing

Job Description

The Computer Science Department in the College of Science and Mathematics at the University of Massachusetts Boston (UMass Boston) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position to begin September 1,2027. We will consider strong candidates in the broad fields of quantum computing and/or quantum information.

A PhD in computer science or a related area is required. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and start-up package and is expected to establish a highly recognized, externally funded, independent research program.

The Computer Science Department at UMass Boston is a vibrant and collegial group of faculty with research interests in Artificial intelligence, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Neural networks and programming languages, and significant graduate and undergraduate programs. The UMass Boston College of Science and Mathematics is committed to excellence in research and education. We are a highly collaborative college of STEM including departments of Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics and Physics.

Inquiries

UMass Boston expects to pay within an approximate range between $80,000 and $131,978 for this position.

The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based on the consideration of all relevant factors when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment.

UMass Boston is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, wewill ensure that persons withdisabilitiesare provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please [e-mail] or 617-287-5150.

All official salary offers must be approved by Human Resources.

The University of Massachusetts Boston provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other legally protected class. The University of Massachusetts Boston complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the university operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

UMass Boston does not provide visa sponsorships for non-academic positions.

The University of Massachusetts Boston is committed to providing a safe and secure environment that is supported by qualified employees for all of its students, faculty and staff to carry out the University's teaching, research and public service missions. As a condition of employment, the University will conduct appropriate background check reviews. For more information, please see the University of Massachusetts Boston campus policy and procedures for employee background reviews.