Hooke Professor of Experimental Physics

The Department of Physics is recruiting to the Hooke Professorship of
Experimental Physics, from September 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The successful candidate will also be offered a Professorial Fellowship at St
Hugh’s College. The Hooke Professorship is a premier appointment, one of nine
Statutory Professorships in the Department of Physics.





We are seeking a world-leading researcher in an area of experimental quantum
physics, with a preference for quantum computation that will build on, or be
complementary to, Oxford’s research portfolio in Atomic and Laser Physics. The
Sub Department of Atomic and Laser Physics integrates experimental and
theoretical activities, with a developing interest in high precision
laboratory experiments for fundamental physics. It is home to the Quantum
Computing and Simulation (QCS) Hub, part of the UK National Quantum
Technologies Programme. You will join a lively and stimulating research
community that performs at the highest international levels in research and
publications and will have access to the excellent research facilities which
Oxford offers including state-of-the-art laboratories.





You will provide outstanding intellectual leadership and play a prominent role
in shaping the future research strategy of the department. You will conduct
world-leading original research and attract significant research funding. A
commitment to excellence in teaching is essential. The department aims to
forge strong links with industry and you will play a significant role in
promoting the societal and commercial application of research where
appropriate.





If you would like to discuss this post, please contact Professor Simon Hooker
(Head of Atomic and Laser Physics) simon.hooker@physics.ox.ac.uk; Professor
Ian Shipsey (Head of Department) ian.shipsey@physics.ox.ac.uk ; or Professor
John Chalker (representing St Hugh’s College) john.chalker@physics.ox.ac.uk.
All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence and will not form part of
the selection decision.





Applications for this post are to be made online. To apply for this role and
for further details about how to apply, including the job description and
selection criteria, please see the further particulars below.





The closing date for applications is **12:00 UK time on Monday 18th March
2024**.





Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and minority ethnic
candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.