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The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) invites applications for an Academic Administrator IV position in the area of quantum information science. The department is seeking outstanding candidates with the capacity for excellence in teaching, administering aspects of an academic program, and a clear commitment to enhancing the diversity of the department. Individuals with a history of and commitment to mentoring students from underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics or other related science or engineering fields, as well as experience teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level. Candidate should also have experience or capacity for managing scientific instructional and research laboratories.

The successful candidate is expected to lead the instructional laboratory component of the UCLA Master of Quantum Science and Technology Degree Program. This includes the administrative duties of maintaining a world-class teaching lab in quantum information science, the direct instructional support of students enrolled in laboratory classes, and the management of teaching and research assistants supporting these labs. They should have experience with experimental equipment and research techniques in multiple areas including lasers and quantum optics, RF electronics, solid-state devices, nuclear spin systems, and cryogenics. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026 and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, publication list, statement of teaching experience and interest, statement of management philosophy, and optionally a statement of past research accomplishments. In addition please complete a reference check authorization release form. Please arrange through this website to have 3-5 letters of recommendation submitted as well.

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See Table 34 Academic Administrator Series FY for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $104,049 – $116,995.

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.

The University of California 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 status under state or federal law.

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, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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