Quantum Materials Scientist - Associate/Full Professor

MATERIALS RESEARCH SOCIETY; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Tennessee, Knoxville's Department of Materials Science and Engineering invites applications for Associate or Full Professor in experimental synthesis, processing, and characterization of quantum materials, with a robust path to tenure.

The successful candidate will build a world-class program in collaboration with ORNL, mentor students, and lead multidisciplinary efforts across UTK and national facilities.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or closely related field.
• Internationally recognized record of research excellence in experimental synthesis, processing, and characterization of quantum materials.
• Demonstrated record of sustained external research funding and multidisciplinary collaborations.
• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead a vigorous externally funded research program in quantum materials.
• Mentor graduate students and postdoctoral researchers.
• Foster multidisciplinary collaborations across UTK and ORNL.
• Provide scholarly leadership and contribute to service.

Skills

Research leadership

Graduate mentoring

Teaching excellence

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or closely related field

Job description

University of Tennessee, Knoxville's Department of Materials Science and Engineering invites applications for Associate or Full Professor in experimental synthesis, processing, and characterization of quantum materials, with a robust path to tenure.

The successful candidate will build a world-class program in collaboration with ORNL, mentor students, and lead multidisciplinary efforts across UTK and national facilities.