Faculty Positions in Experimental AMO Physics Rice University

1000scholars; Georgia; Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Rice University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in experimental atomic, molecular, or optical physics, focusing on quantum science across quantum information processing, sensing, networks, transduction, many-body physics, and simulation. We seek a scientist who connects AMO to condensed matter and quantum information and complements existing quantum activities at Rice.

The successful candidate will build an independent research program, teach approximately one course per

Qualifikationen

• PhD in physics or related field by July 1, 2027.

Aufgaben

• Develop an independent and vigorous research program; teach, on average, one undergraduate or graduate course each semester; contribute to service missions of the Department and University.

Ausbildung

PhD in Physics or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Position Description

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Rice University in Houston, Texas invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the area of experimental atomic, molecular, or optical physics, focusing on quantum science which encompasses quantum information processing, quantum sensing, quantum networks, quantum transduction, quantum many-body physics, and quantum simulation. The ideal candidate will intellectually connect AMO physics to topics in condensed matter and quantum information. We seek an outstanding scientist whose research will complement and extend existing quantum activities within the Department and across the University.

In addition to developing an independent and vigorous research program, the successful applicant will be expected to teach, on average, one undergraduate or graduate course each semester and contribute to the service missions of the Department and University.

The Department anticipates making an appointment at the assistant professor level.

A Ph.D. in physics or related field is required by July 1, 2027.

We welcome the fullness of diversity to Rice. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Also, in our candidate pools, we seek to attract greater representation of women, scholars of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and others who have historically been underrepresented in Physics.

We will begin reviewing applications by November 15, 2026. To receive full consideration, all application materials must be received by December 15, 2026. The expected appointment date is July 1, 2027.

Rice University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all genders and members of historically underrepresented groups who exemplify diverse cultural experiences.