Postdoctoral Fellow of Physics (AMO Theory)

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William & Mary Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 26, 2026
Job description

Job Requisition:

JR100589 Postdoctoral Fellow of Physics (AMO Theory) (Open)

Job Posting Title:

Postdoctoral Fellow of Physics (AMO Theory)

Job Family:

Faculty - Postdoctoral Research Associate (12 months)

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (requires end date - benefited) (Fixed Term)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

William & Mary

Primary Job Posting Location:

William & Mary

Job Description Summary:

The Department of Physics at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate position that will begin September 25, 2025. We seek an individual with expertise in many-body physics, quantum optics, open quantum systems, and/or quantum information to work on theoretical problems in quantum information for cold atoms.

Job Description:

The Department of Physics at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow position, expected to begin 25 September 2025. The Ilo-Okeke Theory Group seeks an individual with expertise in many-body physics, quantum optics, open quantum systems, and/or quantum information to work on theoretical problems in quantum information for cold atoms. Topics of interest include many-body physics and collective light-matter interactions in neutral atom ensembles. The position aims to advance fundamental understandings and practical applications of neutral atoms in quantum information science, sensing, networks and metrology. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability.

Application Instructions: 
For full consideration, please upload your resume, cover letter, and research statement. 

Additional Job Description:

Qualifications:

PhD - Physics

Period Salary Plan:

Compensation Grade:

S99

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-07-29

Review Date:

2025-09-08

Position Restrictions:

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About this role

Summary

Research in quantum information for cold atoms, many-body physics, quantum optics, and open systems

Job title

Postdoctoral Fellow of Physics (AMO Theory)

Experience level

PhD

Industry

education

Location requirements

William & Mary, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

physicsquantum mechanicsmany-body physicsquantum opticsopen quantum systems

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

many-body physicsquantum opticsopen quantum systemsquantum information
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site