Assistant Professor in the Mathematical Foundations of Quantum Information Science
 Utah State University | |
Minimum $90,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits
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 United States, Utah, Logan | |
 Oct 07, 2026 | |
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Assistant Professor in the Mathematical Foundations of Quantum Information Science Requisition ID: 2026-10792 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Faculty Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Faculty College: College of Arts & Sciences Department: Mathematics & Statistics Advertised Salary: Minimum $90,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits Overview The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Mathematical Foundations of Quantum Information Science, with a starting date of August 1, 2027. We seek candidates whose research bridges mathematical foundations and modern aspects of quantum information science, potentially including algebraic and geometric quantization, quantum probability, quantum computing, quantum algorithms for PDEs, and quantum mirror symmetry. This position is inherently interdisciplinary. We seek candidates who demonstrate potential for strong synergies with the department's existing research strengths in pure and applied mathematics; see https://artsci.usu.edu/math-stats/research/. Candidates should also be able to partner broadly with researchers across campus, such as those in physics, chemistry, engineering, and computing. Responsibilities This position is a full-time, nine-month (academic year) appointment with a 50%-45%-5% division of responsibilities among research, teaching, and service. The hire will ultimately be expected to increase external funding, expand collaborative reach, help build curricular strength in quantum mathematics, and demonstrate a clear commitment to student success and student experience at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. More specific expectations include the following.
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**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary Minimum $90,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits ADA Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. College/Department Highlights The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is committed to delivering advanced quantitative and analytic skills for professionals in education, industry, and research through classroom instruction, as well as practical and research experiences. The Department is one of the largest departments at USU, with over 50 faculty members, 60 Master's and PhD students, and 200 undergraduate majors. The College of Arts and Sciences and USU's Research Office make significant investments in faculty development, including startup packages, faculty seed grants, and proposal development assistance. 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