Job Title

Research Scientist and Quantum & Advanced Technologies Advisor to the Vice President for Research

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Chemistry

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here’s a Glimpse of the Job

Texas A&M’s Chemistry Department is looking for a Research Scientist and Quantum & Advanced Technologies Advisor to the Vice President for Research as a dual-capacity appointment, combining a focused research portfolio with strategic institutional leadership in quantum and advanced technologies. Reporting directly to the Vice President for Research (VPR), the incumbent will contribute to and help advance a research program centered on the development of quantum methods, quantum electronic dynamics methodologies, and cavity chemistry. This effort is intended to be innovative, nationally competitive, and aligned with emerging federal priorities in quantum science and technology. In parallel, the incumbent will serve as an advisor to the Vice President for Research on quantum science and advanced technologies. This role is designed to enhance Texas A&M’s national visibility and competitiveness in quantum research and related emerging technology domains. This appointment is intended to help catalyze both scientific advancement and strategic growth.

Opportunities to Contribute

• Advance research in quantum and quantum‑electronic dynamical methodologies, with a focused emphasis on cavity‑modified chemistry and related quantum‑enabled phenomena.

• Develop and sustain a strong scholarly research program through the preparation of peer‑reviewed publications, conference presentations, and collaborative grant proposals in partnership with research mentor Dr. Angela K. Wilson.

• Actively participate in external funding efforts, contributing to the development of competitive grant proposals and large‑scale, multi‑institutional research initiatives.

• Engage in daily collaborative research and mentorship activities, working closely with Ph.D. students, undergraduate researchers, and postdoctoral scholars to support scientific progress and trainee development.

• Contribute to the strategic growth of quantum and advanced technologies at Texas A&M, including assisting with the development and execution of a university‑wide quantum research strategy.

• Support cross‑college and interdisciplinary integration of quantum‑related research activities by coordinating center‑level proposals and fostering collaborative partnerships.

• Provide strategic guidance on research development and infrastructure opportunities, advising on emerging growth areas in quantum science and related advanced technologies.

• Represent Texas A&M in external engagements, including interactions with federal agencies, industry partners, and research consortia focused on quantum and advanced technologies.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related field.

• Six years of related experience in quantum and quantum-electronic dynamical methodologies.

A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:

• Advanced expertise in quantum methods, electronic dynamics, and cavity-modified chemistry

• Proficiency in developing and executing organization-wide research strategies for emerging technologies

• Experience identifying and coordinating large-scale multi-institutional grant proposals

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.

Special Note: Due to this position’s salary having all or a portion of it being funded by grants or contracts, the continuing salary and overall employment is contingent upon availability of these funds in the future.

What you need to do:

Select the Apply button to begin your application. Submitting a cover letter and resume is strongly recommended and will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Why Texas A&M University? 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

Texas A&M University’s Department of Chemistry is a cadre of faculty, staff, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, academic advisors, scientific and technical staff, who have a shared purpose of translating our passion for chemistry to young scholars at all levels in many scientific fields. To learn more, please visit our website: http://www.chem.tamu.edu/      

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.  

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays  

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month 

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time 

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more  

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee 

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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