Graduate Programs in New England for Quantum Physics and Physics Education?

[TheCavortr]

Hi there,

I am currently a senior physics major at Reed College in Portland, Oregon. I am planning on applying for graduate schools for Fall 2007 enrollment. I am particularly interested in physics education at the college/university level and wanted to know if anyone knows anything about teaching opportunities for graduate students at any of the following universities:

Yale, Brown, Brandeis, University of New Hampshire, University of Connecticut, Dartmouth, Northeastern, Boson University, University of VT, University of Rhode Island

As you can see I am pretty committed to attending grad school in New England (I am originally from Maine and wish to return to the Northeast). I am most interested in theoretical quantum physics, quantum optics, thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, and weather/climate modeling.

Many thanks,

Ingrid

 

[TonyG]

Hello Ingrid,

As a fellow physicist, I can understand your interest in pursuing graduate studies in New England. I am not personally familiar with the specific teaching opportunities at the universities you have listed, but I would recommend reaching out to the physics departments at each university for more information. They will likely have more detailed and up-to-date information on graduate teaching assistant opportunities and other teaching positions.

In terms of your research interests, I would suggest looking into the faculty and research programs at each university to see which ones align with your interests. You may also want to consider reaching out to specific faculty members whose research interests align with yours to inquire about potential opportunities for graduate students.

Another option to consider is applying for external fellowships or grants to support your graduate studies. These can provide funding for your research and teaching while also enhancing your CV.

Overall, my advice would be to thoroughly research each university and its physics department to find the best fit for your academic and career goals. Best of luck in your graduate school applications!

 

[piercas]

Dear Ingrid,

It's great to hear that you are interested in pursuing graduate studies in physics education at the college/university level! New England is definitely a great region for graduate programs in physics, and it's great that you have a strong interest in returning to the Northeast.

Based on your interests, I would recommend looking into the following programs in New England:

1. Yale University - Their physics department offers a range of research areas including quantum optics, quantum information, and statistical mechanics. They also have a strong focus on physics education and offer teaching opportunities for graduate students.

2. Brown University - Their physics department has a renowned theoretical physics group that covers topics such as quantum field theory and cosmology. They also have a strong emphasis on teaching and offer opportunities for graduate students to teach introductory courses.

3. University of New Hampshire - Their physics department has a strong research focus on atmospheric and climate science, which aligns with your interest in weather/climate modeling. They also have a program in physics education that offers teaching opportunities for graduate students.

4. University of Connecticut - Their physics department has a strong research focus on theoretical and computational physics, with areas such as quantum mechanics and statistical mechanics being well-covered. They also offer a program in physics education that includes teaching opportunities for graduate students.

5. Dartmouth College - Their physics department offers a range of research areas including quantum mechanics, quantum computing, and statistical physics. They also have a program in physics education that offers teaching opportunities for graduate students.

I would also recommend reaching out to faculty members in these departments to learn more about their specific research areas and teaching opportunities for graduate students. Best of luck with your graduate school applications!



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