Assistant Professor - Quantum Sensing & Precision Measurement

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Physics, with a focus on quantum sensing and quantum detection experiments. The appointment begins Fall 2027 and may include establishing a tabletop or benchtop lab at IU Bloomington, collaborating across quantum science centers and cross-disciplinary programs.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field, with a strong research record

Qualifications

• Applicants should possess a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field. A substantial record of research accomplishments, appropriate to rank, is required, and applicants should be committed to excellence in scholarship and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Candidates are expected to sustain an active, externally funded research program, to engage undergraduate and graduate students through effective teaching, and to participate in service to the university and the profession.
• Candidates should be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• To advance scholarly innovation and excellence, we especially welcome candidates who bring broad professional backgrounds and a wide range of perspectives to their research, teaching, and/or mentoring.

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Physics, with a focus on quantum sensing and quantum detection experiments. The appointment begins Fall 2027 and may include establishing a tabletop or benchtop lab at IU Bloomington, collaborating across quantum science centers and cross-disciplinary programs.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field, with a strong research record