PhD Position in Physics (Indiana University Bloomington)

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Title	Faculty positions in Quantum Information, Quantum Materials, and Catalysis in the Departments of Physics and Chemistry at Indiana University.
Appointment Status	Tenure
Department	IU Bloomington Physics
Location	Bloomington
Position Summary	As part of a major, multi-year initiative to expand research activities across the IU Bloomington campus, the Departments of Physics (https://physics.indiana.edu) and Chemistry (https://chem.indiana.edu) invite applications for two tenure positions at the Associate or Full Professor rank to begin in the Fall of 2023 (with additional positions expected to be filled in the coming years). We are particularly interested in researchers working in areas of quantum simulation, nanophotonics, quantum sensing, quantum materials, nanomaterials, electrocatalysis, or photocatalysis. Candidates are expected to have an established record of research achievement and external funding. Candidates who conduct research that complements our ongoing activities and contributes to our expansion in these areas are preferred. Ongoing efforts include numerous activities within the interdepartmental Quantum Science and Engineering Center (https://qsec.sitehost.iu.edu) (including work in quantum simulation, algorithms, chemistry, and sensing) as well as within the two departments on materials and catalysis.
Basic Qualifications	We seek individuals to fill these positions who are committed to excellence in scholarship and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. A Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, or a related field and a substantial record of research accomplishments are required.
Department Contact for Questions	Queries about the positions can be sent to David Baxter (baxterd@indiana.edu or 812-855-1247 for Physics), or Steven Tait (tait@indiana.edu or 812-855-2268 for Chemistry).
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Special Instructions	Applicants should apply online at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/16068 including a cover letter; CV; statements on research and teaching; statement on fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in and out of the classroom; and contact information for three letters of reference. Review of applications will begin immediately and for best consideration, applications should be received by February 15, 2023. The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community of students and scholars. Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Before any conditional offer of employment with tenure is finalized, candidates will be asked to disclose any pending investigations or previous findings of sexual or professional misconduct. They will also be required to authorize an inquiry by Indiana University Bloomington with all current and former employers along these lines. The relevance of information disclosed or ascertained in the context of this process to a candidate’s eligibility for hire will be evaluated by Indiana University Bloomington on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should be aware, however, that Indiana University Bloomington takes the matters of sexual and professional misconduct very seriously.
For Best Consideration Date	02/15/2023
Expected Start Date	08/01/2023
Posting/OAA #	IU-100257-2023