AMERICAN VACUUM SOCIETY INC
Tenure Track Faculty in Physics Experimental Optics and Photonics
AMERICAN VACUUM SOCIETY INC, Rochester, New York, United States,
Tenure Track Faculty in Physics Experimental Optics and Photonics9259BRCollege of ScienceCOS School of Physics and Astronomy
Faculty Type (Tenure Status):
Tenure-TrackFaculty Rank:
Assistant ProfessorEmployment Category:
FulltimeAnticipated Start Date:
15-Aug-2025
Detailed Job DescriptionThe School of Physics and Astronomy at the Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Experimental Optics and Photonics for Science and Quantum Technology. The position is anticipated to be at the rank of Assistant Professor, however appointment at a higher rank would be considered for candidates carrying commensurate qualifications and academic standing. The position start date is August 2025. We are particularly interested in applicants who will strengthen and extend existing collaborations within the School of Physics Astronomy, RIT's rapidly growing photonics and quantum communities, and with other regional partners, such as the AIM Photonics Institute. Areas of interest include experimental quantum optics and photonics and solid-state approaches to quantum technologies.
Applicants are expected to have the demonstrated ability, or strong potential, to establish and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program that incorporates undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers. They must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching at all levels of the physics curriculum, including quantum-related courses, such as quantum optics. They must also demonstrate the potential to mentor physics research students at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
RIT and the School of Physics and Astronomy celebrate and respect diversity in all forms, including race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with varied abilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and members from other historically marginalized identities are particularly encouraged to apply. RIT seeks candidates with demonstrated experience teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds to contribute to the University's mission, vision, and core values of Student Centeredness; Professional Development and Scholarship; Integrity and Ethics; Respect, Diversity and Pluralism; Innovation and Flexibility; and Teamwork and Collaboration.
Required Minimum QualificationsA PhD in physics or a closely-related field, such as electrical engineeringDemonstrated commitment to research and excellence in teaching at all levels of the curriculumAbility to establish and maintain a vigorous program in quantum-related experimental physics development that augments our existing strengthsDemonstrated ability, or strong potential, to obtain external research fundingA commitment to the educational and teaching mission of the School of Physics and AstronomyA commitment to including graduate and undergraduate students in researchStrong communication skillsAbility to contribute in meaningful ways to RIT's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences
Required Minimum Education LevelPhD
Required Application DocumentsCover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References, Research Statement, Statement of Diversity Contribution, Statement of Teaching Philosophy
How To ApplyApply online at
http://careers.rit.edu/faculty . Search: xxxxBR. Please submit your application, curriculum vitae and cover letter, and upload the following:Statement of research goals and plans for securing external funding (not to exceed 3MB-4 pages)Teaching philosophy statement (not to exceed 3 MB-4 pages)Statement about contributions to diversity and inclusion, including philosophy and/or approach to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment (not to exceed 3MB-4 pages)List of three current professional references, along with their contact information
Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations. Candidates must include a statement about their contributions to diversity that includes a description of any previous activities mentoring members of historically excluded racial, gender, or other identities.
Candidates should arrange to have their three references send letters of support directly to Chair, Astronomical Instrumentation Faculty Search Committee, RIT School of Physics & Astronomy. These letters must be submitted to ttaphyssrch@rit.edu and must be in PDF format. Inquiries regarding the position may also be sent electronically to ttaphyssrch@rit.edu.
To receive full consideration, all application materials should be received by November 15, 2024.
Additional Details
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov.
Hourly/Salary Minimum:
85000Hourly/Salary Maximum:
95000
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Faculty Type (Tenure Status):
Tenure-TrackFaculty Rank:
Assistant ProfessorEmployment Category:
FulltimeAnticipated Start Date:
15-Aug-2025
Detailed Job DescriptionThe School of Physics and Astronomy at the Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Experimental Optics and Photonics for Science and Quantum Technology. The position is anticipated to be at the rank of Assistant Professor, however appointment at a higher rank would be considered for candidates carrying commensurate qualifications and academic standing. The position start date is August 2025. We are particularly interested in applicants who will strengthen and extend existing collaborations within the School of Physics Astronomy, RIT's rapidly growing photonics and quantum communities, and with other regional partners, such as the AIM Photonics Institute. Areas of interest include experimental quantum optics and photonics and solid-state approaches to quantum technologies.
Applicants are expected to have the demonstrated ability, or strong potential, to establish and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program that incorporates undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers. They must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching at all levels of the physics curriculum, including quantum-related courses, such as quantum optics. They must also demonstrate the potential to mentor physics research students at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
RIT and the School of Physics and Astronomy celebrate and respect diversity in all forms, including race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with varied abilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and members from other historically marginalized identities are particularly encouraged to apply. RIT seeks candidates with demonstrated experience teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds to contribute to the University's mission, vision, and core values of Student Centeredness; Professional Development and Scholarship; Integrity and Ethics; Respect, Diversity and Pluralism; Innovation and Flexibility; and Teamwork and Collaboration.
Required Minimum QualificationsA PhD in physics or a closely-related field, such as electrical engineeringDemonstrated commitment to research and excellence in teaching at all levels of the curriculumAbility to establish and maintain a vigorous program in quantum-related experimental physics development that augments our existing strengthsDemonstrated ability, or strong potential, to obtain external research fundingA commitment to the educational and teaching mission of the School of Physics and AstronomyA commitment to including graduate and undergraduate students in researchStrong communication skillsAbility to contribute in meaningful ways to RIT's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences
Required Minimum Education LevelPhD
Required Application DocumentsCover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References, Research Statement, Statement of Diversity Contribution, Statement of Teaching Philosophy
How To ApplyApply online at
http://careers.rit.edu/faculty . Search: xxxxBR. Please submit your application, curriculum vitae and cover letter, and upload the following:Statement of research goals and plans for securing external funding (not to exceed 3MB-4 pages)Teaching philosophy statement (not to exceed 3 MB-4 pages)Statement about contributions to diversity and inclusion, including philosophy and/or approach to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment (not to exceed 3MB-4 pages)List of three current professional references, along with their contact information
Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations. Candidates must include a statement about their contributions to diversity that includes a description of any previous activities mentoring members of historically excluded racial, gender, or other identities.
Candidates should arrange to have their three references send letters of support directly to Chair, Astronomical Instrumentation Faculty Search Committee, RIT School of Physics & Astronomy. These letters must be submitted to ttaphyssrch@rit.edu and must be in PDF format. Inquiries regarding the position may also be sent electronically to ttaphyssrch@rit.edu.
To receive full consideration, all application materials should be received by November 15, 2024.
Additional Details
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov.
Hourly/Salary Minimum:
85000Hourly/Salary Maximum:
95000
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