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Adjunct Instructor - Quantum Programming & Quantum Optics

New York, NY • On-site

New York University
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Description
The Department of Applied Physics at the NYU School of Engineering is seeking a part-time, non-tenured adjunct instructor to teach one or more courses in our Quantum Technology minor and Quantum Science and Technology MS program. Depending on the semester, teaching assignments may include an introductory undergraduate course in quantum programming, a graduate-level course in quantum programming, and/or a graduate-level course in quantum optics. Candidates may be considered for a single course or multiple courses across terms, depending on availability and qualifications.
Responsibilities
  • Design and deliver course content, including lectures, problem sets, labs, and/or programming assignments, as appropriate to the course level
  • Develop and maintain a syllabus aligned with program learning outcomes
  • Hold regular office hours and respond to student inquiries in a timely manner
  • Evaluate student work and assign grades in accordance with university policy
  • Coordinate with program faculty and staff on curriculum alignment, scheduling, and any shared resources (e.g., lab or computing access)
  • Use university learning management and administrative systems as required

Course Offerings (subject to assignment)
  • Introduction to Quantum Programming - 2-credit undergraduate course (Quantum Technology minor); offered in Fall
  • Quantum Programming - 3-credit graduate course (Quantum MS); offered in Spring
  • Quantum Optics - 3-credit graduate course (Quantum MS); offered in Summer

Qualifications
  • A Ph.D. (or equivalent professional experience) in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: quantum computing/programming, quantum information science, or quantum optics
  • Prior teaching, mentoring, or training experience preferred, at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
  • For courses involving programming, familiarity with relevant quantum software frameworks (e.g., Qiskit, Cirq, or similar) is desirable
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, current CV, and a brief statement indicating which course(s) and term(s) they are available to teach, along with any relevant teaching evaluations or materials if available.

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Since its founding in 1831, NYU has been an innovator in higher education, reaching out to an emerging middle class, embracing an urban identity and professional focus, and promoting a global vision that informs its 20 schools and colleges. Today, that trailblazing spirit makes NYU one of the most prominent and respected research universities in the world, featuring top-ranked academic programs and accepting fewer than one in eight undergraduates. Anchored in New York City and with degree-granting campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai as well as 12 study away sites throughout the world, NYU is a leader in global education, with more international students and more students studying abroad than any other US university.

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