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The University of Chicago lists this Assistant Professor - Quantum Science & Engineering (Experimental) opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
The University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME) seeks applications for a junior faculty position in the area of experimental quantum information, science and engineering. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, quantum sensing and metrology, quantum computing, quantum communication, and materials for quantum information. The PME currently has eleven faculty members engaged in both fundamental and applied aspects of quantum science and engineering, in both theory and experiment, as well as faculty in other cutting-edge areas of science and engineering. The PME is affiliated with Argonne National Laboratory and the Center for Molecular Engineering at Argonne, and joint appointments are encouraged when appropriate.
All successful candidates will be expected to establish and maintain a robust research program and teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
This position is part of a cluster hire in quantum science at the University of Chicago; the PME also invites applications for a junior faculty position in theoretical quantum information, science and engineering. For more information, please see:
This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Qualifications
Before the start of employment, qualified applicants must hold a doctoral degree or equivalent focused on the areas of experimental quantum computing, quantum information or quantum science, or a closely-related topic.
Application Instructions
Candidates should apply online through the University of Chicago's Interfolio website:
The following materials are required:
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae including bibliography
Research statement (a statement describing past and current research accomplishments and outlining future research plans)
Teaching statement (a description of teaching philosophy and experience)
Applicants should request three confidential letters of recommendation, to be submitted via Interfolio.
The following materials are optional: Up to three published or unpublished research papers
Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.
Please contact Karen Jackson at with any questions.
Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
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