Assistant or Associate Professor in Quantum Information Science and Technology

About the Position

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science at Binghamton University invites applications for a tenure‑track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in fall of 2026. The successful candidate will advance Watson College’s commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive academic environment and will contribute to research and teaching in Quantum Information Science and Technology (QIST).

• Distributed quantum computing
• Quantum networking
• Quantum sensing/metrology/imaging
• Quantum error correction
• Quantum entanglement theory

• Neutral‑atom platforms (cold atoms or warm vapor)
• Photonic systems (nonlinear crystal sources and quantum optics)
• Other hardware relevant to quantum networking, sensing, imaging, metrology, and quantum information processing

• Developing and sustaining a vibrant, externally funded research program
• Mentoring graduate and undergraduate students
• Teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Providing service to the department, college, and university

Minimum qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering/Science, or a closely related field by spring of 2026.
• Commitment to excellence in research, teaching, mentoring, and inclusive academic culture.
• Record of scholarship as evidenced by peer‑reviewed publications and citations.
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate/graduate levels.
• Potential to secure extramural funding.
• Potential to build a visible research program and to collaborate across disciplines.

Preferred qualifications for Associate Professor consideration:

• Nationally or internationally recognized research record in QIST.
• Evidence of sustained extramural funding and a well‑established, high‑impact research program.
• Demonstrated leadership in QIST (e.g., team building, center‑scale initiatives, community service, or standards/road mapping efforts).

H1B visa sponsorship may not be available for this position.

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