Assistant/Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy-Experimental Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics (Tenure Track/Tenured)

Description

The Homer L. Dodge Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Oklahoma (OU) invites applications for full-time tenure-track/tenured Assistant/Associate faculty position in experimental Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) physics with a starting date of August 16, 2026 with a 1:1 teaching load. This position in fundamental research is associated with the Center for Quantum Research and Technology (CQRT) at OU. The CQRT (https://ou.edu/cqrt) is hosted in a state-of-the-art physics building with 18,000 square feet of laboratory space that meets NIST-A specifications on vibrations, temperature, humidity, and electromagnetic interference. Campus resources include cleanroom facilities and supercomputer access. 

Successful candidates are expected to teach effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels (one class per semester), maintain an outstanding record of original published research, and develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program that complements and expands existing research efforts at OU on the following: Ultracold Atoms, Molecules, and Gases; Microelectronic, Photonic, and Quantum Devices; Quantum Optics; Precision Spectroscopy; Quantum Information and Entanglement; Scanning Probe Microscopy; Quantum, Topological, and strongly-correlated materials.

OU is a Carnegie-R1 comprehensive public research university known for excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. OU enrolls over 30,000 students and has more than 2700 full-time faculty members in 21 colleges. Norman is a culturally rich and vibrant town located just outside Oklahoma City. Additional Information can be found at the following links:
https://ou.edu/cas/physics-astronomy
http://www.ou.edu/content/dam/provost/documents/facultyflipbook.pdf

Qualifications

Required:

Ph.D. in Physics or a related field post Ph.D. experience.

 

Application Instructions

Applicants must apply for this position online at https://jobs.ou.edu or use the quick link (https://apply.interfolio.com/175911).

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae

• List of Publications

• Description of past and future research plans (3-5 pages), demonstrating potential to attract external funding

• Description of past teaching and/or future plans (2 pages max)

• Cover letter (3 pages max). The cover letter may address examples of the candidate’s approach to teaching, research, service, and graduate student mentorship.

• Contact information for Confidential Letters of Recommendation (3)

 

Contact Person and Application Review Date:

The search committee will begin reviewing applications on Monday November 24, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

Inquiries should be directed to the search committee chair:

Dr. Arne Schwettmann, Associate Professor
University of Oklahoma
schwettmann@ou.edu

 

 

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