The Department of Physics at Yale University ( http://physics.yale.edu ) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the area of theoretical condensed matter physics, broadly defined. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree at time of hire and will join an active group of theorists in Physics and Applied Physics. Yale provides a unique research environment owing to its excellent group of theorists and experimentalists engaged in condensed matter physics and related fields. The search is especially aimed at candidates whose research program centers on quantum condensed matter physics with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. The successful candidate is expected to: Lead an internationally recognized and forefront research program. Excel in teaching courses and mentoring students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Be an active and engaged member of the Physics Department and of the University. Applications that are complete by November 18, 2026 will receive full consideration. Interested applicants should create a profile in Interfolio [ https://apply.interfolio.com/188718 ] and submit the following documents: A cover letter. A curriculum vita (CV) including an up-to-date list of publications. A research statement (up to 4 pages), highlighting future research plans, both short-term and long-term. A teaching statement (up to 2 pages), outlining the applicant?s prior experience, teaching philosophy and approaches to pedagogy. In addition, applicants should arrange for a minimum of three confidential letters of recommendation. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. We also welcome nominations for the position, which should be directed to the email address below. Please address questions and nominations to the chair of the search committee, Prof. Walter Goldberger, to PhysTheorySearch@mailman.yale.edu . More Information: https://physics.yale.edu/opportunities
Assistant Professor, Quantum Condensed Matter Theory
Nov 28, 2026
Location
Yale University, New Haven, CT, USA
Yale University
Type
Full time, Academic / Faculty, Physics
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Job details
- Title
- Assistant Professor, Quantum Condensed Matter Theory
- Employer
- Yale University
- Location
- Yale University, New Haven, CT, USA
- Published
- Sep 29, 2026
- Closes:
- Nov 28, 2026
- Job type
- Full time, Academic / Faculty, Physics
- Field
- Condensed Matter Physics
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