Wichita State University
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor In Experimental Condensed Matter Physics
Wichita State University, Wichita, Kansas, us, 67260
The Physics division of the Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics in the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) of Wichita State University (WSU) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in experimental condensed matter physics starting in the Fall of 2026. We seek candidates with research interests broadly related to quantum materials allied with quantum information science and engineering (QISE), including but not limited to superconducting devices, semiconductor-compatible devices, topological states of matter, quantum emitters, and light-driven quantum materials. We seek creative and innovative individuals who will also engage in high-quality teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, who are eager to work in a collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment, and who will become leaders in their fields.
The Physics division at Wichita State University (WSU) is an exciting, collaborative place to work where opportunities exist with department colleagues and other colleagues from across campus. The department offers a B.A. & B.S. degrees in Physics and a growing graduate program, including both an M.S. and Ph.D. degree program. The physics division currently has eight tenured or tenure-track faculty, three research and teaching faculty, one postdoctoral research associate, 25 graduate students, and ~50 undergraduate physics majors. The faculty-led research focuses on two main themes: condensed matter physics and the physics of the universe. The condensed matter physics theme centers on quantum sensing, spintronics, magnetic materials, and quantum computing.
Wichita State University (WSU) is a public research university in Wichita, Kansas, United States. It is one of the fastest-growing research universities in the country, with $411 million in research grants and contracts. Wichita State University is the major urban research and innovation university in Kansas with an enrollment of 17,548 students. The university offers more than 60 undergraduate degree programs in more than 200 areas of study in nine colleges. The university's graduate school offers more than 50 master's degrees in more than 100 areas, a specialist in education degree, and 13 doctoral degrees.
To apply, please complete the Faculty Profile including the names and contact information for three (3) professional references and be ready to upload the following:
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Cover letter: A letter of application addressing how the candidate's qualifications and experience align with the position, including a summary of teaching philosophy and research interests. 2.
Curriculum vitae: Complete Curriculum vitae. 3.
Teaching statement: Statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages) describing their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching practices will engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences. 4.
Research statement: A statement (3-5 pages) outlining past, present, and future research, including how the candidate mentors (or will mentor) student researchers and fosters (or will foster) collaborative research environments. Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. The start date for this appointment is August 2, 2026 or as negotiated. For any inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Kapildeb Ambal at Kapildeb.ambal@wichita.edu Please apply at
http://jobs.wichita.edu/cw/en-us/job/497732?lApplicationSubSourceID=
PhD degree in physics, material sciences, or a closely related discipline with postdoctoral experience. Teaching: Demonstrated potential for effective teaching. Evidence may include prior teaching experience, student evaluations, teaching awards, or a statement of teaching philosophy describing their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, and teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching practices will engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences. Research: Demonstrated potential for productive research and scholarship. This can be shown by publications, conference presentations, dissertation work, or other scholarly activities indicating the ability to develop an independent research program.
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Cover letter: A letter of application addressing how the candidate's qualifications and experience align with the position, including a summary of teaching philosophy and research interests. 2.
Curriculum vitae: Complete Curriculum vitae. 3.
Teaching statement: Statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages) describing their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching practices will engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences. 4.
Research statement: A statement (3-5 pages) outlining past, present, and future research, including how the candidate mentors (or will mentor) student researchers and fosters (or will foster) collaborative research environments. Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. The start date for this appointment is August 2, 2026 or as negotiated. For any inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Kapildeb Ambal at Kapildeb.ambal@wichita.edu Please apply at
http://jobs.wichita.edu/cw/en-us/job/497732?lApplicationSubSourceID=
PhD degree in physics, material sciences, or a closely related discipline with postdoctoral experience. Teaching: Demonstrated potential for effective teaching. Evidence may include prior teaching experience, student evaluations, teaching awards, or a statement of teaching philosophy describing their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, and teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching practices will engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences. Research: Demonstrated potential for productive research and scholarship. This can be shown by publications, conference presentations, dissertation work, or other scholarly activities indicating the ability to develop an independent research program.
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