Vanderbilt University’s Departments of Physics & Astronomy and Computer Science jointly invite applications for an open-rank tenured faculty position in the field of theoretical quantum computing and quantum materials. The primary research focus area will be quantum materials by design, emphasizing quantum computation, quantum optics, quantum sensing, and quantum information. The successful applicant will utilize and advance AI methodologies to tackle complex challenges in quantum system simulations and quantum computation. The search will be conducted jointly with the College of Connected Computing. Collaboration with quantum materials researchers from the College of Arts and Science and the School of Engineering, as well as computer and data scientists in the College of Connected Computing, is strongly encouraged. The candidate is also expected to pursue active partnership with the Quantum Computing Institute and Center of Nanophase Materials at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
Applications should include:
- Cover letter
- a full curriculum vitae.
- a research statement describing research highlights and future plans.
- a teaching statement that addresses classroom instruction and mentorship of students and postdoctoral scholars.
These materials should be submitted directly to https://apply.interfolio.com/172693. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. For questions regarding this posting please email: kalman.varga@vanderbilt.edu
Vanderbilt University is a private research university ranked in the top 20 nationally; its 330-acre park-like campus is located on the western edge of downtown Nashville, TN, known colloquially as Music City and consistently rated as one of the best cities in the US in which to live and work.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. in physics or closely related field. Applicants are expected to have demonstrated potential for excellence in research, professional leadership, teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and mentoring.
Application Instructions
Application materials required: Submit the following items through Interfolio at: https://apply.interfolio.com/172693 to complete your application: (1) a Cover Letter, (2) a complete CV including published works and preprints, (3) a Research Statement, and (4) a Teaching Statement.
Questions can be directed to kalman.varga@vanderbilt.edu .
