Assistant Professor of Physics

Description

The Department of Physics at the University of Chicago, together with the James Franck Institute, is conducting a search at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor. The search is open to all subfields of experimental Quantum Science, including Quantum Materials (hard condensed matter), and atomic molecular and optical physics. The Department will consider multiple appointments. The Department members cover a wide range of research areas; details can be found at the Department website (https://physics.uchicago.edu/research/). Interdisciplinary research, connected to the Kadanoff Center for Theoretical Physics, The Enrico Fermi Institute, the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, and Argonne National Laboratory is encouraged.

Duties include conducting an independent research program, and teaching and advising undergraduate and graduate students. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. 

Qualifications

Completion of all requirements for a Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field at the time of hire.

Application Instructions

Applicants must apply online through the University of Chicago Academic Careers website at apply.interfolio.com/152757  and upload the following required materials: 

• A cover letter.
• A curriculum vitae.
• A list of publications.
• A research statement.
• A teaching statement.
• Applicants are required to request three confidential letters of recommendation via Interfolio.  

The University of Chicago is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

For help signing up, accessing your account, or submitting your application please check out Interfolio's help and support section or get in touch via email at help@interfolio.com or phone at (877) 997-8807.