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Senior Level Faculty Position in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics

Department of Physics and Astronomy University of California, Riverside

The   Department   of   Physics   and   Astronomy   at   the   University   of   California, Riverside (https://www.physics.ucr.edu/) invites applications for one tenured appointment at the 
Associate or Full Professor level in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025.

Candidates must possess a PhD in Physics; preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated record of outstanding research in Condensed Matter Physics with an emphasis on quantum materials and devices. Successful candidates should have a proven track record of establishing an outstanding and well- funded  research program  involving  students  and postdoctoral  scientists  in  forefront  areas  of  quantum materials and devices, including but not limited to, synthesis of quantum materials in the form of bulk crystals or thin films and heterostructures, and experimental study  of  novel  physical  properties  of  nanoscale  electronic devices.  This  senior  appointment  is  expected  to  complement  our  existing  strength  in  the  areas  of spintronics, 2D-materials,  nanoelectronics,  and  related  fields,  actively  collaborate  with  the condensed matter theory faculty in our department and materials science and engineering faculty across the campus and organize multi-principal investigator research teams for extramural funding. The appointment is also expected  to  support  the  training  of  students  of  diverse backgrounds and teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels. UCR has excellent infrastructures to support cutting-edge materials science research such  as  recently  expanded  and  upgraded cleanrooms  for  nanofabrication  and  various  state-of-the-art microanalysis tools and microscopes housed in several shared central facilities.

The UC salary consists of a base pay range of $92,500-$116,600 for Associate Professors, a base pay range of $108,300-197,100 for Full Professors and additional off-scale to be commensurate with market value, qualifications and experiences. The off-scale portion of the salary will be maintained as long as satisfactory academic progress is made.  Additionally, the off-scale will be maintained subject to market adjustments to the UC salary scale.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial 
peer input.

To   Apply:   Application   materials   should   be   submitted   online  at  https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF01894. All candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a list of publications, statement of research, statement of teaching, statement of contributions to diversity, and provide contact information for at least three professional references to the AP Recruit site. Minorities and members of underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

Review of applications will commence on June 13, 2024, and proceed until the position is filled. For full consideration, applicants should submit their complete applications by the above date.

For inquiries about the position, please contact Prof. Jing Shi at jing.shi@ucr.edu. For inquiries 
about the application process, please contact Christina Taylor at christina.taylor@ucr.edu.

UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HRSU). Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students.  A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, 
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.