The Department of Physics and Astronomy of the Johns Hopkins University invites applications for a faculty appointment as assistant professor in experimental quantum science. The areas of interest include atomic, molecular and optical physics; precision measurement searches for physics beyond the Standard Model; and quantum optics and information. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research program and to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Applicants should submit application materials via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/177634. Materials should include a letter expressing interest, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a teaching statement, and a short description of research plans.  Applicants should have three letters of recommendation submitted on their behalf to the same webpage. If you have questions concerning Interfolio, please call (877) 977-8807 or email [email protected]. You may also contact Fawn Torcisi ([email protected]). If you have questions about the search please contact the chair of the search committee, David DeMille ([email protected]).

The expected academic base salary range for Assistant Professors is: $110,000 – 144,500.  The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will be based on factors including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate – e.g., years in rank, training, field, discipline, other work experience, and other similar factors; geographic location; internal equity; external market conditions; and other factors as reasonably determined by the University.

Consideration of applications will begin on December 15, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.