Assistant Professor in Experimental Quantum Matter

Department of Physics, University of Alberta

Job Identification: 3316

Application Deadline: January 30, 2026

The Department of Physics has approximately 48 faculty members with research interests in condensed matter physics, atomic, molecular, and optical physics, astrophysics, space physics, biophysics, geophysics and subatomic physics. We invite applications for a tenure-track assistant professor faculty position in experimental quantum matter. Candidates in all areas of experimental condensed matter physics and atomic, molecular, and optical physics are encouraged to apply, including but not limited to: quantum materials, quantum technologies, light-matter interactions, quantum optics, low-temperature physics, low-dimensional systems, nanoscience, nanophotonics, ultrafast quantum dynamics and nanoscale scanning probe microscopy.

The experimental condensed matter / AMO group in the Department is well equipped with labs for ultrafast laser spectroscopy, scanning tunnelling microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, low-temperature physics, cavity optomechanics, and ultracold atoms.

The condensed matter theory group in the Department has strong ties with the experimental group and focuses on superconductivity, topological quantum materials, computational physics, and quantum simulation; this capacity is currently expanding under Quantum Horizons Alberta (QHA), a new $25M Alberta-wide initiative that significantly expands foundational knowledge research in quantum science at the University of Alberta. 

Responsibilities

• Develop an innovative and externally-funded research program in experimental quantum matter

• Build an exceptional, independent research program

• Supervise graduate students

• Teach physics at the undergraduate and graduate levels

Qualifications

• PhD in physics (or related field)

• Demonstrated leadership in their field for developing an exceptional, innovative and externally-funded research program in experimental quantum matter.

• Strong mentorship experience and communication skills for supervising graduate students and teaching physics at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

For full details and to apply for this position, visit:

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.