Associate/Full Professor of Physics

The Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Arts and Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for full-time, 9-month, tenured Associate/Full Professor whose research spans condensed matter physics and quantum information science, beginning September 1, 2027. We seek a theoretical physicist with expertise in quantum information science, including quantum computing. Areas of particular interest include quantum algorithms, quantum simulation, quantum transduction, and quantum sensing. The successful candidate will catalyze interdisciplinary research initiatives, develop collaborative proposals and programs, and help shape the future direction of quantum research and education at Texas Tech.

A central expectation of this position is to forge new research connections among quantum research efforts across the university. This position is part of a broader hiring effort to strengthen quantum research at Texas Tech and promote new collaborations across the university. All prospective employees are encouraged to visit Work at Texas Tech to learn more about becoming a part of our campus community.In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a dynamic student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with dynamic student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.