Assistant Professor, Physics - Optical Quantum Physics

Posting Number: JR105384 Location: Colorado

Engineering a world of possibilities Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Optical Quantum Physics

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Department of Physics at Colorado School of Mines (Mines) welcomes applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Optical Quantum Physics. Located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Mines is a public R1 research university focused on applied science and engineering. The Physics department offers a B.S. degree in Engineering Physics, a M.S. degree in Applied Physics, and a Ph.D. degree in Physics. The department consists of 27 full-time faculty and hosts a large and thriving research program focusing on condensed matter and materials, quantum engineering, ultrafast optical and subatomic physics.

The state of Colorado has emerged as a leading hub for quantum and optical technology. A unique convergence of academic, governmental, and private sector resources in Colorado has led to a consortium dubbed "Elevate Quantum", which has recently secured federal and state support to help lead the US quantum technology efforts. Advances are expected in quantum photonics, which involves using photons for quantum computing, communication, and sensing. Colorado's vibrant ecosystem in optical technologies, coupled with government investment and collaborations between academia and industry, has fostered a robust innovation environment. This concentration of expertise, resources, and talent has positioned Colorado at the forefront of the quantum photonics revolution, attracting leading companies and researchers to the area. The successful candidate will be highly encouraged to interact with these new resources to build a thriving internation

We are seeking faculty in this area to supplement our existing research in optical physics, specializing in ultrafast optical science and technologies, computational optics, metasurfaces, metamaterials, transformation optics, high-intensity ultrafast sources of photons and electrons, imaging, and optical metrology. The department also leads a program in Quantum Engineering, with world-class research on quantum computing and information. Mines has one of the nation's first interdisciplinary graduate programs in Quantum Engineering. For this position, the candidate should have a background in Physics or a related field, and a research focus on optical quantum physics. There are several strategic areas that will broadly complement our existing program and synergistically grow the scope of optics at Mines: optical neural networks, quantum sensing and metrology, quantum photonics and single-photon technologies, cavity quantum electrodynamics (Cavity QED), quantum opto-mechanics, quantum plasmonics and nanophotonics, topological photonics, non-linear quantum optics, micro-resonator sources, and quantum devices fabrication and testing. Demonstrated competency in areas related to Machine Learning (M.L.) and/or Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) as applied to Physics is desirable but not required. Preference will be given to experimentalists but outstanding applications from

This position will support Mines as a top-of-mind university for students who are interested in both quantum engineering and fundamental physics. For questions about this opportunity, contact the search chair, Patrice Genevet (patrice.genevet@mines.edu ).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and maintain a successful and externally funded research program that will produce scholarly publications.

Supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

Develop and deliver high-quality undergraduate and graduate physics courses with an emphasis on quantum science, optical physics and engineering-related courses.

Contribute to the Department, University, and professional communities through active service.

Promote and contribute to an inclusive and d verse Mines community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. from an accredited program in Physics or a closely related field by the time the appointment begins.

Record of publication at top-tier international conferences and/or journals in one or more of the search areas.

Commitment to excellence in teaching and curriculum development at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Demonstrated understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion issues in higher education and a commitment to addressing these issues through concrete action.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Postdoctoral research experience