Endowed Quantum Physics Professor | Research Leader

George Mason University; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mason University in Fairfax, VA invites applications for the Yu Yuen Kit (YYK) Associate or Full Professor of Physics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy. The appointment is intended for an eminent scholar specializing in theoretical and/or computational quantum science who will relocate to Mason and build an externally funded program.

The YYK Professor will teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, supervise graduate students and postdoctoral scholars, and contribute to

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or a related field.
• Expertise in theoretical and/or computational quantum science.
• Experience securing external research funding.
• Ability to establish and lead an externally funded research program.
• Strong record of scholarly publication and impact.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains an externally funded research program.
• Teaches undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Mentors graduate students and postdoctoral scholars; supervises research teams.
• Contributes to interdisciplinary research initiatives and center-level funding efforts.

Skills

External funding acquisition

Mentoring graduate students

Research leadership

Scholarly writing

Undergraduate/graduate teaching

Education

PhD in Physics

Job description

George Mason University in Fairfax, VA invites applications for the Yu Yuen Kit (YYK) Associate or Full Professor of Physics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy. The appointment is intended for an eminent scholar specializing in theoretical and/or computational quantum science who will relocate to Mason and build an externally funded program.

The YYK Professor will teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, supervise graduate students and postdoctoral scholars, and contribute to