Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Computational Quantum Sciences

Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Computational Quantum Sciences
New York University: NYU - NY
Location
New York, NY
Open Date

Nov 15, 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. 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  https://cs.nyu.edu   and http://physics.as.nyu.edu  respectively.

Pay Transparency Statement: In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $180,000. 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. Candidates are expected to establish a leading research program in their field, as well as teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels. 

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit the following:
(1) a curriculum vitae including a list of publications,
(2) a research statement, highlighting current and planned research activities,
(3) a teaching statement,
(4) three confidential letters of recommendation (submitted through Interfolio), 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 January 1, 2024.

Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
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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. 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  https://cs.nyu.edu   and http://physics.as.nyu.edu  respectively.

Pay Transparency Statement: In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $180,000. 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.