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Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

The Department of Physics and Astronomy is home to internationally leading research in applied physics, astronomy, atomic physics, quantum optics, condensed matter physics, high energy physics, nuclear physics, and related areas. We offer our students a variety of graduate and undergraduate degree options.  Many more students from all disciplines receive basic training in sciences in our state-of-art teaching facilities.  Our department is committed to giving back to society through our extensive outreach program.

What We Want

This Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct theoretical condensed matter physics research. In addition to research, the selected candidate will publicize research results, mentor students, and contribute to funding proposals. If this job description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity.

What You Need to Know

Salary Range: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire's experience.

Special Note: Applicants are encouraged to upload a single pdf with cover letter, CV with publications, and research proposal.

Required Education and Experience:

• Appropriate PhD

Preferred Education and Experience

• PhD in physics or related field

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expertise on many-body quantum physics, quantum dynamics, and/or implementation of computational numerical techniques; programming skills

Responsibilities:

• Research: Perform research on various topics at the interface of on-equilibrium statistical mechanics, quantum dynamics, and quantum information

• Publication of results: Write results of research in peer-reviewed journals; participate in conferences and presentations

• Mentoring: Advise graduate and undergraduate students; organize seminars in condensed matter physics

• Funding Solicitation: Contribute to funding proposals and perform other duties, as assigned

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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