Dr. David Jones

Professor

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Biography

David Jones is a Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of British Columbia. He has a diverse educational background with a Bachelor's degree in Physics and Engineering from Swarthmore College and advanced degrees from the University of Cambridge and MIT, where he focused on Electrical Engineering. His research interests lie primarily in the fields of Atomic, Optical, and Molecular Physics, with a strong focus on Femtosecond Frequency Combs, XUV Spectroscopy, and Precision Spectroscopy. Over the years, he has held several prestigious positions including Associate Professor and Assistant Professor at UBC, and Senior Research Associate at JILA, University of Colorado. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical frequency metrology and ultrafast optical science, developing technologies that have revolutionized the generation of optical sources for experimental investigations. Jones is also recognized for his academic achievements, having received numerous awards including the JILA Scientific Achievement Award and the National Research Council Research Associateship Award. His commitment to education continues as he actively supervises students interested in pursuing research within these innovative fields.

Research Interests

Atomic Physics Optical Physics Molecular Physics Femtosecond Frequency Combs XUV Spectroscopy Precision Spectroscopy

Experience

Associate Professor

2010-07-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Physics & Astronomy.

Assistant Professor

2004-01-01 — 2010-06-30

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Teaching and research activities in the Department of Physics & Astronomy.

Senior Research Associate

2001-10-01 — 2003-12-31

JILA, University of Colorado • Boulder, CO, USA

Research in precision optical measurements.

Senior Optical Engineer

2000-07-01 — 2001-09-30

PhotonEx Inc • Boston, MA, USA

Engineering responsibilities focused on optical technologies.

NRC Research Associate

1998-10-01 — 2000-07-31

JILA, University of Colorado • Boulder, CO, USA

Research in atomic and molecular physics.

Research Assistant

1994-09-01 — 1998-09-30

RLE Lincoln Laboratories, MIT • Cambridge, MA, USA

Assisted in various research projects in electrical engineering.

Awards

#2000

JILA Scientific Achievement Award

2003-01-01
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National Research Council Research Associateship Award

1998-01-01
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Winston Churchill Fellowship

1993-01-01
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Barry Goldwater Scholarship

1992-01-01

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.