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Condensed Matter Theory Faculty Position University of California, Irvine

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Position description

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Irvine invites applications for a tenure-track position in Condensed Matter Theory. The search is focused on strongly correlated systems, particularly areas with significant overlap with quantum information, quantum simulation, or quantum materials. The appointment is at the rank of Assistant Professor. Appointment at a more senior rank could be considered in exceptional cases. The successful candidates should have a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Physics, and are expected to establish a dynamic research program and participate effectively in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Salary is commensurate with qualifications, training, and experience.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, list of publications, a minimum of three letters of reference, and statements of research and teaching interests. A separate statement that addresses past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion must also be included in the application materials, as described here.

Submit application materials through the UCI Recruit website:
https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/apply/JPF05728

For full consideration, candidates should apply on-line by December 1, 2019. Review of applications will begin immediately upon receipt of a completed application. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

For further information, please visit http://www.physics.UCI.edu or contact the Departmental chair, Timothy Tait at ttait@uci.edu.

The Physics and Astronomy Department and the School of Physical Science is committed to inclusive excellence and diversity.

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

University of California, Irvine has an active career partner program, is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence in diversity, and has an NSF advance program for gender equity.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
Reference requirements
  • 3-5 letters of reference required

Job location

Irvine, CA