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The Department of Physics at Cornell University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level in experimental quantum physics. The appointment is anticipated to begin July 1, 2027.
The search is open to all areas of experimental quantum science. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, quantum materials and their synthesis; quantum sensing and measurement, including the development of new probes and instrumentation; quantum devices and computing; and quantum systems based on trapped ions, ultracold atoms and molecules, photons, or other platforms.
Candidates must hold a doctorate in physics or a closely related field. They must have demonstrated an ability to conduct outstanding research and show promise for future excellence in research and teaching within the Department of Physics. They should be committed to contributing to Cornell’s academic excellence and community.
The Cornell University Department of Physics includes more than 40 active faculty members, approximately 150 graduate students, and approximately 80 undergraduate majors. Research in the department is organized through two laboratories: Laboratory of Atomic and Solid State Physics (LASSP) and the Laboratory for Elementary-Particle Physics (LEPP). We value interdisciplinary research and there are strong ties between the two laboratories and with the rest of Cornell, including the Department of Applied and Engineering Physics and the Department of Astronomy. The Physics department plays an important role in the Kavli Center for Nanoscience, and the Cornell Center for Material Research. We boast access to cutting edge facilities including the Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source and the Cornell Nanoscale Facility. Our faculty are located in the Physical Science complex (Clark Hall and the Physical Sciences Building) on the Ithaca campus of Cornell University.
Applications must include:
- A curriculum vitae
- A cover letter
- A publication list
- A research statement ( ~ 4 pages)
- A teaching and mentoring statement (~ 1 page)
- Candidates should also arrange for at least three letters of recommendation.
The research statement should summarize the candidate’s prior work and describe their plans for an independent research program. It should explain the importance of the candidate’s research, disambiguate their role in multi-author publications, and present both a short-term and long-term vision.
The teaching/mentoring statement should give an account of prior teaching and mentoring experience and describe the candidate’s approach, philosophy, and ambitions, and how they have contributed or plan to contribute to the academic community through teaching, mentoring, service, or outreach.
Please apply through at Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/32675. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Disclosure: Consistent with Cornell’s practice, appointments to academic positions require candidates to disclose relevant information about their prior employment including whether they have been found to have violated institutional or employer policies related to or governing unlawful discrimination and harassment, academic and research misconduct, or financial misconduct.
Pay Range: $83,200 - $226,200. Actual salary offers in the College of Arts and Sciences will be based on education, experience, discipline, and relevant skills.
Pay Range:
Refer to Posting LanguagePay Ranges:
The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
Prior relevant work or industry experience.
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
Academic Discipline
Unique applicable skills.
Employment Assistance:
For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email mycareer@cornell.edu.
If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Office of Civil Rights at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at accommodations@cornell.edu.
Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing mycareer@cornell.edu.
Notice to Applicants:
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EEO Statement:
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Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.
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Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. With our main campus located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.
We offer a rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life, including: employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave, flexible work options.
The Department of Physics at Cornell University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level in experimental quantum physics. The appointment is anticipated to begin July 1, 2027.
The search is open to all areas of experimental quantum science. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, quantum materials and their synthesis; quantum sensing and measurement, including the development of new probes and instrumentation; quantum devices and computing; and quantum systems based on trapped ions, ultracold atoms and molecules, photons, or other platforms.
Candidates must hold a doctorate in physics or a closely related field. They must have demonstrated an ability to conduct outstanding research and show promise for future excellence in research and teaching within the Department of Physics. They should be committed to contributing to Cornell’s academic excellence and community.
The Cornell University Department of Physics includes more than 40 active faculty members, approximately 150 graduate students, and approximately 80 undergraduate majors. Research in the department is organized through two laboratories: Laboratory of Atomic and Solid State Physics (LASSP) and the Laboratory for Elementary-Particle Physics (LEPP). We value interdisciplinary research and there are strong ties between the two laboratories and with the rest of Cornell, including the Department of Applied and Engineering Physics and the Department of Astronomy. The Physics department plays an important role in the Kavli Center for Nanoscience, and the Cornell Center for Material Research. We boast access to cutting edge facilities including the Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source and the Cornell Nanoscale Facility. Our faculty are located in the Physical Science complex (Clark Hall and the Physical Sciences Building) on the Ithaca campus of Cornell University.
Applications must include:
- A curriculum vitae
- A cover letter
- A publication list
- A research statement ( ~ 4 pages)
- A teaching and mentoring statement (~ 1 page)
- Candidates should also arrange for at least three letters of recommendation.
The research statement should summarize the candidate’s prior work and describe their plans for an independent research program. It should explain the importance of the candidate’s research, disambiguate their role in multi-author publications, and present both a short-term and long-term vision.
The teaching/mentoring statement should give an account of prior teaching and mentoring experience and describe the candidate’s approach, philosophy, and ambitions, and how they have contributed or plan to contribute to the academic community through teaching, mentoring, service, or outreach.
Please apply through at Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/32675. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Disclosure: Consistent with Cornell’s practice, appointments to academic positions require candidates to disclose relevant information about their prior employment including whether they have been found to have violated institutional or employer policies related to or governing unlawful discrimination and harassment, academic and research misconduct, or financial misconduct.
Pay Range: $83,200 - $226,200. Actual salary offers in the College of Arts and Sciences will be based on education, experience, discipline, and relevant skills.
Pay Range:
Refer to Posting LanguagePay Ranges:
The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
Prior relevant work or industry experience.
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
Academic Discipline
Unique applicable skills.
Employment Assistance:
For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email mycareer@cornell.edu.
If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Office of Civil Rights at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at accommodations@cornell.edu.
Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing mycareer@cornell.edu.
Notice to Applicants:
This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.
EEO Statement:
Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.
2026-09-16About Us
Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. With our main campus located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.
We offer a rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life, including: employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave, flexible work options.
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The qualifications that appear most often in physics jobs.
- Bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in physics or a closely related field
- Proficiency in scientific computing languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C++
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Tips for Your Physics Job Search
Tailor your resume to each subfield
Physics roles vary sharply between, say, plasma diagnostics and photonics instrumentation. Swap out your skills section and project descriptions so the terminology on your resume matches the specific subfield listed in each job posting, not just 'physics research.'
Quantify experimental and computational outputs
Hiring managers in physics roles want to see scale and precision. Replace vague descriptions with specifics: signal-to-noise improvements, simulation runtimes, detector efficiencies, or publication counts. Concrete outputs make your contributions legible to both technical reviewers and non-specialist screeners.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists physics openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by equipment or code you know
Search for the specific instruments, software, or simulation frameworks you have hands-on experience with, such as COMSOL, MATLAB, GEANT4, or specific detector platforms. Roles requiring niche tooling attract fewer applicants, giving you a clearer advantage over generalist candidates.
Prepare for whiteboard problem-solving rounds
Many physics interviews include on-the-spot derivations or estimation problems, especially at national labs and hardware companies. Practice walking an interviewer through your reasoning out loud, including the assumptions you make, since interviewers often care more about your method than your final answer.
Negotiate on publication rights and IP terms
In industry physics roles, your employment contract may restrict publication or patent rights on work you do. Before accepting an offer, clarify which research outputs you can publish and whether past academic work stays yours. This is a real sticking point unique to physics candidates moving from academia.
Physics Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most physicists?
The most active employers for physicists right now are Los Alamos National Laboratory, Learner Education, and C2 Education, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. National laboratories, semiconductor manufacturers, and medical device companies consistently drive high physics hiring volumes.
How many physics jobs are remote?
About 31% of physics openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with most remote-eligible roles concentrated in computational physics, data science adjacent positions, and theoretical modeling. Experimental and instrumentation roles almost always require on-site work because they depend on physical equipment and laboratory access.
How do you become a physicist for industry roles?
Start with a degree in physics, then build practical skills in programming, data analysis, and instrumentation alongside your coursework or thesis work. Internships at national laboratories, semiconductor companies, or medical device firms give you applied experience that bridges academia and industry. Many industry physicists also pursue graduate degrees to qualify for research scientist roles, though engineering-adjacent positions often hire at the bachelor's level.
How do you get hired as a physicist with little experience?
Focus on roles titled research associate, junior physicist, or applications engineer, which are structured entry points that value academic training over industry tenure. Highlight thesis projects, lab coursework, and any open-source or published computational work. Internships at government labs or hardware startups are especially valuable because they give you a verifiable applied physics output to discuss in interviews, even with no full-time history.
What does the physics interview process look like?
Most physics hiring processes include an initial screening call with a recruiter or hiring manager, followed by a technical interview covering domain knowledge and problem-solving. Many employers then run a practical round involving a take-home analysis, a whiteboard derivation, or a discussion of a past project in depth. Final rounds often include a panel with senior scientists or cross-functional stakeholders, particularly at national labs and larger technology companies.
Where can I find and apply to physics jobs?
You can find and apply to physics jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your subfield and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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