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• Job Title:
• Postdoctoral Research Associate, Princeton Quantum Initiative
• Employer:
• Princeton University
• Location:
• Princeton, NJ
• Posting Date:
• 11-Sep-2025
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• Description:
• The Princeton Quantum Initiative seeks outstanding applicants for our postdoctoral fellowship program. Appointments will be at the Postdoctoral Research Associate or more senior researcher rank. These highly competitive positions will support research in quantum science and engineering across several departments throughout the university, including physics, electrical engineering, computer science, chemistry, and mechanical engineering. Research areas include foundational quantum science, quantum materials, devices for quantum technologies, and quantum computer science. The term of appointment and salary will be based on rank. Positions at the postdoctoral rank are for one year with the possibility of renewal (for up to three years depending on performance and funding). Those hired at more senior ranks may have multi-year appointments. Appointments come with a highly competitive salary and $10,000 annually in research funding. Applicants should have a strong track record of research excellence in a related field, and should have or be approaching a PhD in a related discipline (Physics, EE, Chemistry, or Computer Science). Applications must be submitted online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/40121. Please include a CV, cover letter, a brief (1-2 page) statement of research interests including faculty member(s) with whom you would want to work, publications list, and contact information for three references. Link to PQI faculty with whom you would want to work with: https://quantum.princeton.edu/people All applications received by the deadline of October 10, 2025, 11:59 EST will be fully considered. The University is committed to fostering an academic environment that acknowledges and encourages diversity and differences. The work location for this position is in-person, on campus at Princeton University. The selected candidates will be required to successfully complete the University's background check. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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•  Contact information:
• Princeton University