The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2025.

Apply Online at https://careers.mtsu.edu/en-us/job/498019. Application review begins November 18, 2024.

We are seeking individuals with expertise in theoretical, computational, or experimental studies of Quantum Information Science and Engineering, including:

• quantum photonics
• quantum sensing
• quantum control
• quantum computing
• quantum materials

The successful candidate will have a passion for research and teaching and must submit a plan for establishing an active research program that fully engages undergraduates. Additionally, candidates will have the opportunity to work with graduate students in our Computational Science, and Data Science Ph.D. programs and are expected to participate in tour newly launched Quantum Science Initiative. MTSU is an R2 university with a strong emphasis on research. The Physics & Astronomy faculty consists of NSF CAREER award winners, as well as faculty funded through traditional sources such as NSF, DOE, and NASA, including Fulbright and KITP Scholars. The department offers a B.S. in physics with concentrations in professional physics, quantum science and computing, applied physics, physics teaching, and astronomy.

Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply, and preference will be given to candidates with a track record for mentoring women and minorities. Excellence in research, teaching, and service is expected for all positions.

To learn more about our department, please visit https://mtsu.edu/physics/index.php.

Required Education
A terminal degree in physics or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.

Other Desirables
Those with a proven track record for mentoring women and minorities will receive special consideration.

Documents Needed to Apply
To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research as separate attachments at the time of online application.