Assistant Professor - Quantum Experimentalist

Assistant Professor - Quantum Experimentalist

Academic Affairs

College of Natural Sciences

Physics

Amherst

Full Time

Onsite

The Department of Physics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a faculty position in quantum physics. This is a broad search welcoming outstanding candidates whose research advances the understanding, exploration, or control of quantum systems. We are particularly interested in quantum matter and quantum many-body phenomena, while remaining open to compelling research directions across quantum physics.
The department’s hiring priority is an experimental physicist at the tenure-track Assistant Professor level. We seek candidates with an original scientific vision and the ability to establish or further develop a distinctive, independent research program. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, strongly correlated quantum matter, quantum materials, quantum magnetism, unconventional superconductivity, topological phenomena, and non-equilibrium quantum dynamics. These examples are illustrative rather than restrictive: we welcome approaches that connect existing areas or open new directions.
Exceptionally qualified candidates working in theoretical quantum matter are encouraged to contact the search committee Chair (Prof. Tigran Sedrakyan, tsedrakyanss.edu) to present their research interests and vision, and to discuss opportunities.
Further information about the Department's research can be found at: http://www.physics.umass.edu/.

We seek candidates with an original scientific vision and the ability to establish or further develop a distinctive, independent research program. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, strongly correlated quantum matter, quantum materials, quantum magnetism, unconventional superconductivity, topological phenomena, and non-equilibrium quantum dynamics. These examples are illustrative rather than restrictive: we welcome approaches that connect existing areas or open new directions.

Further information about the Department's research can be found at: http://www.physics.umass.edu/.

Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork, equality and inclusiveness.
Work in partnership with colleagues within the CNS community and across the campus to support the Dean’s strategic priorities.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the College of Natural Sciences

Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Physics or a related field, with relevant post-doctoral experience.

Expected start date of this position is September 1, 2027. We are seeking talented applicants qualified for an assistant professor position. Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other ranks may receive consideration.
At UMass Amherst and in CNS, we strive to be a community where every individual feels a sense of belonging, where every individual is included, and where every individual is valued. These values and goals are reflected in the College of Natural Sciences’ Inclusive Excellence framework and in the UMass Amherst’s For the Common Good: 2024–2034 Strategic Plan.

Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.

Anticipated start date of September 1, 2027. Full-time, academic year position. Schedule varies depending on teaching, research, and service.

The University expects to pay within an approximate range between $79,350 and
$124,620 for this position.

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