Assistant Professor Position in Computational Quantum Sciences
New York University: NYU - NY: Arts and Science (A&S): Physics Department
Location
Washington Square Campus
Open Date

Oct 30, 2023

Description

The Departments of Computer Science (Courant Institute) and Physics (Faculty of Arts and Science) of New York University invite applications for a position in the general area of computational quantum sciences with a goal towards developing algorithms for quantum computation and/or simulation of complex quantum systems.

The position is a 50-50 joint appointment between the NYU Courant Computer Science and FAS Physics departments, with the appointee spending half of their effort in each place. The opening is at the tenure track Assistant Professor level, although more senior candidates may be considered in exceptional circumstances. Successful candidates will have a Ph.D in physics, computer science or a related discipline and one or more years of postdoctoral research experience is desirable. Candidates are expected to establish a leading research program in their field, as well as teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The appointment can begin as early as September 1, 2024, pending administrative and budgetary approval. 

More information about NYU Computer Science and Physics Department’s research programs can be found at  NYU Computer Science and http://physics.as.nyu.edu respectively.

Interested candidates should apply online at here with

(1) a curriculum vitae including a list of publications,

(2) a research statement, highlighting current and planned research activities,

(3) a teaching statement,

(4) the names of three references, and

(5) a cover letter applying for the position. Because diversity and inclusion are an important part of the NYU mission, candidates should include a paragraph in their cover letter indicating how diversity and inclusion figure into their past, present, and future teaching, research, and community engagement. (Additional information can be found here: https://as.nyu.edu/departments/facultydiversity/recruitment/diversity-statements.html )

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2023.

Pay Transparency Statement In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $150,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have a Ph.D in physics, computer science or a related discipline and one or more years of postdoctoral research experience is desirable.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should apply here on Interfolio with

(1) a curriculum vitae including a list of publications,

(2) a research statement, highlighting current and planned research activities,

(3) a teaching statement,

(4) the names of three references, and

(5) a cover letter applying for the position. Because diversity and inclusion are an important part of the NYU mission, candidates should include a paragraph in their cover letter indicating how diversity and inclusion figure into their past, present, and future teaching, research, and community engagement. (Additional information can be found here: https://as.nyu.edu/departments/facultydiversity/recruitment/diversity-statements.html )

Application Process
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Description

The Departments of Computer Science (Courant Institute) and Physics (Faculty of Arts and Science) of New York University invite applications for a position in the general area of computational quantum sciences with a goal towards developing algorithms for quantum computation and/or simulation of complex quantum systems.

The position is a 50-50 joint appointment between the NYU Courant Computer Science and FAS Physics departments, with the appointee spending half of their effort in each place. The opening is at the tenure track Assistant Professor level, although more senior candidates may be considered in exceptional circumstances. Successful candidates will have a Ph.D in physics, computer science or a related discipline and one or more years of postdoctoral research experience is desirable. Candidates are expected to establish a leading research program in their field, as well as teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The appointment can begin as early as September 1, 2024, pending administrative and budgetary approval. 

More information about NYU Computer Science and Physics Department’s research programs can be found at  NYU Computer Science and http://physics.as.nyu.edu respectively.

Interested candidates should apply online at here with

(1) a curriculum vitae including a list of publications,

(2) a research statement, highlighting current and planned research activities,

(3) a teaching statement,

(4) the names of three references, and

(5) a cover letter applying for the position. Because diversity and inclusion are an important part of the NYU mission, candidates should include a paragraph in their cover letter indicating how diversity and inclusion figure into their past, present, and future teaching, research, and community engagement. (Additional information can be found here: https://as.nyu.edu/departments/facultydiversity/recruitment/diversity-statements.html )

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2023.

Pay Transparency Statement In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $150,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.