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Faculty all ranks - Theoretical Materials Science, Department of Physics and Astronomy or Department of Chemistry, at the University of California, Irvine
University of California Irvine
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Details
Posted: 08-Nov-25
Location: Irvine, California
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 6676969
University of California Irvine
Faculty all ranks - Theoretical Materials Science, Department of Physics and Astronomy or Department of Chemistry, at the University of California, Irvine
Position overview Salary range: $80,800-$212,000 annually Review timeline: December 1, 2025
Application Window
Open date: October 27, 2025
Most recent review date: Monday, Dec 1, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Monday, Apr 27, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description The University of California, Irvine (UCI), invites applications for an open rank faculty position (assistant, associate or full professor) in the area of theoretical materials science research, with an emphasis on quantum materials or quantum chemistry. The ideal candidate would lead a dynamic research program in the electronic structure of materials or molecules, integrating new directions such as machine learning or quantum computation. This position will be affiliated with either the Department of Physics and Astronomy or the Department of Chemistry, depending on the qualifications and expertise of the selected candidate.
UCI has a vibrant and collaborative research environment in materials science, anchored by the Materials Research Science and Engineering Center MRSEC, which is supported by the National Science Foundation. UCI is also home to the Eddleman Quantum Institute EQI, which fosters collaborations in research and education in the broad area of quantum science. Within this academic milieu, prospective candidates will find plentiful opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration and professional growth.
Please submit your application online at AP Recruit by the deadline of 12/1/2025. The review of applications will commence immediately after the deadline and will continue until the position is filled.
Eddleman Quantum Institute: https://eqi.uci.edu Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Applicants must have a doctoral degree or equivalent in physics or chemistry. Application Requirements Document requirements
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About UC Irvine The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
'Misconduct' means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Job location Irvine, CA
Since 1965, the University of California, Irvine has combined the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. UCI's unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and leadership and character development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves our local, national and global communities.