Quantum & Advanced Sensing for Geoscience & Energy

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston invites applications for a Presidential Frontier Faculty position in Advanced and Quantum Sensing for Geoscience and Energy Systems. The hire will develop interdisciplinary collaborations, lead an externally funded research program, and teach graduate and undergraduate courses that connect foundational theory with practical sensing applications.

Preferred candidates will integrate AI/ML methods to interpret sensing data for geoscience challenges in energy systems and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required by time of appointment.
• Evidence of research excellence and potential to develop a high-impact program in advanced/quantum sensing for geoscience.
• Willingness to teach graduate and undergraduate courses connecting theory to practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain a nationally competitive, externally funded research program.
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses that connect theory with application.
• Collaborate across colleges and departments within UH.

Skills

AI/ML for sensing data

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in geosciences, physics, engineering, or closely related field

Job description

The University of Houston invites applications for a Presidential Frontier Faculty position in Advanced and Quantum Sensing for Geoscience and Energy Systems. The hire will develop interdisciplinary collaborations, lead an externally funded research program, and teach graduate and undergraduate courses that connect foundational theory with practical sensing applications.

Preferred candidates will integrate AI/ML methods to interpret sensing data for geoscience challenges in energy systems and