Assistant Professor: Theoretical Quantum Materials & AI

UIC; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

The University of Illinois Chicago invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in theoretical condensed matter physics, with emphasis on computational quantum materials and AI/ML approaches. The successful candidate will develop predictive, physics-based models and large-scale simulations to explore quantum materials and quantum information science applications.

We seek a researcher who will establish an externally funded program and collaborate across physics groups,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics or a related field; international equivalent.
• Post-Ph.D. experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish a highly visible externally funded research program at the forefront of theoretical condensed matter physics.
• Mentor doctoral graduate students and provide research opportunities for undergraduate students.
• Collaborate with existing condensed matter theoretical and experimental groups in the Department of Physics.

Education

Ph.D. in Physics or a related field

Job description

The University of Illinois Chicago invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in theoretical condensed matter physics, with emphasis on computational quantum materials and AI/ML approaches. The successful candidate will develop predictive, physics-based models and large-scale simulations to explore quantum materials and quantum information science applications.

We seek a researcher who will establish an externally funded program and collaborate across physics groups,