Georgia Institute of Technology, School of Physics

Position ID:

GaTech-School of Physics-AIML25 [#28433]

Position Title:

Open-Rank, Tenured/Tenure-Track Position in Physics - Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning - Job ID 276418

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-track faculty

Position Location:

Atlanta, Georgia 30332, United States of America

Subject Areas:

Physics / Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

Appl Deadline:

(posted 2024/09/13, listed until 2024/12/27)

Position Description:

Job Summary The School of Physics (https://physics.gatech.edu/) at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia invites applications for an open-rank tenured/tenure-track faculty position at the interface between machine learning and physics. Applicants will be considered at all ranks. We anticipate hiring faculty working on advancing machine learning methodology as applied to quantum science, astrophysics, physics of living systems, nonlinear science, soft matter physics or other related areas. The faculty will be part of a new initiative to catalyze machine-learning-driven research in the School of Physics and will benefit from substantial expertise and resources in artificial intelligence and machine learning that already exist in the Colleges of Sciences, Engineering, and Computing. Applicants are expected to demonstrate an exceptional commitment to the teaching and mentoring of students at all levels. Appointments at senior ranks will be considered for candidates with established and internationally recognized research programs.

Responsibilities • Perform groundbreaking research at the interface between machine learning and quantum science, astrophysics, physics of living systems, nonlinear science, soft matter physics or other related areas. • Tenure-track academic faculty members maintain research portfolios that are supported by grants and contracts with federal and state agencies, private foundations, and/or industry. • Demonstrate an exceptional commitment to the teaching and mentoring of students at all levels. • Contribute to the governance and operation of the School of Physics and the Institute. • Communicate scientific advances through publication and outreach to the scientific community and public at large. Required Qualifications • Candidate is expected to have received a Doctorate in Physics or a related discipline. • Candidate is expected to have a record of success in advancing methodology and applications of machine learning in Physics. • Appointments at senior ranks will be considered for candidates with established and internationally recognized research programs.

Required Documents to Attach Applicants should submit the following materials: (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae including a complete list of publications, (3) a statement of research interests (up to 3 pages), and (4) a description of teaching and mentoring plans. In addition, applicants should arrange for at least three confidential reference letters to be submitted to Facultysearch_AIML25@gatech.edu • The applicants should also include the references' names and contact information in the application packet. • Application materials should be submitted as .PDF files only via CAREERS at https://hr.gatech.edu/careers • Complete applications received by November 15 will receive full consideration, but the search will continue until the position is filled.

Contact Information For additional information about this job opening, please contact Dr. Roman Grigoriev at Facultysearch_AIML25@gatech.edu

USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. More information on these policies can be found here: https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/c2714 Board of Regents Policy Manual | University System of Georgia (usg.edu).

Background Check The candidate of choice will be required to pass a pre-employment background screening.http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening.

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Postal Mail:

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Web Page: https://physics.gatech.edu/