Tenure-Track Quantum Materials Scientist (AI/ML)

University of Illinois Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; 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 Department of Physics and LAS at 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 methods. The anticipated start date is Fall 2027.

The successful candidate will develop predictive computational approaches, model realistic quantum materials, and collaborate with experimental groups to advance quantum information science and related

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics or related field (or international equivalent).
• Experience with computational quantum materials and AI/ML methods is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Establish a highly visible externally funded research program in theoretical condensed matter physics focusing on quantum materials.
• Mentor graduate students and provide research opportunities for undergraduates; contribute to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.

Skills

AI/ML methods

Computational physics

Quantum materials

Education

Ph.D. in Physics or related field

International equivalent

Job description

The Department of Physics and LAS at 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 methods. The anticipated start date is Fall 2027.

The successful candidate will develop predictive computational approaches, model realistic quantum materials, and collaborate with experimental groups to advance quantum information science and related