Description

The Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME) is a unique interdisciplinary school launched by the University of Chicago in 2011 with the aim of translating molecular and quantum science into technological solutions with potential societal impact in quantum information technology, environmental sustainability, energy/water/materials and health and immunology.  The PME currently has 17 faculty engaged in both fundamental and applied aspects of quantum science and engineering.   PME is also affiliated with Argonne National Laboratory and the Center for Molecular Engineering at Argonne, and joint appointment is encouraged when appropriate. 

This position is part of a cluster hire in quantum science at the University of Chicago, with other openings in both theoretical and experimental quantum science and engineering.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All University departments and institutes are charged with building a faculty from a diversity of backgrounds and with diverse viewpoints; with cultivating an inclusive community that values freedom of expression; and with welcoming and supporting all their members.

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. The University’s Statements on Diversity are at https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity.

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Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.

Requirements

Position Description and Qualifications 

We invite applications at the ranks of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor. Before the start of employment, qualified applicants must hold a doctoral degree or equivalent in a field related to experimental quantum science and engineering, or a related discipline. They must also have a strong record of independent research in experimental quantum science and engineering.  Areas of interest include (but are not limited to) quantum computing (all platforms), quantum sensing, quantum communication, quantum simulation, quantum materials, and quantum optics. 

 Candidates for Associate or Full Professor must have evidence of leadership in their field and an outstanding track record of independent research, allowing them to qualify for appointment as a tenured professor in the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (or jointly with another department in the University). All successful candidates will be expected to establish and maintain a robust research program and teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels. 

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.  

Application Instructions 

Candidates should apply online through the University of Chicago’s Interfolio website: 

http://apply.interfolio.com/153653 . 

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)
• Contact information for three references who can provide confidential letters of evaluation 
   

The following materials are optional: 

• Up to three published or unpublished research papers 

Please contact Karen Jackson at kjackson10@uchicago.edu  with any questions.