Assistant Professor
University of Chicago - Chicago, IL
Position Type:
Faculty

Division/School:
PHYSICAL SCIENCES DIVISION

Hiring Unit:
PHYSICS

Position Description:
The Enrico Fermi Institute and the Department of Physics at the University of Chicago invite applications for the position of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in experimental gravitational wave physics and particle astrophysics. The search includes, but is not limited to, the areas of gravitational wave detection, high and ultra-high energy cosmic rays, neutrino astrophysics, and gamma-ray astronomy. In special circumstances a tenured appointment may be considered. The appointment is expected to start in or after the fall of 2013.

Candidates must have a doctoral degree in physics or a related field prior to appointment and are expected to contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching programs while engaging in forefront research.

Applicants must apply online at The University of Chicago academic jobs website at http://tinyurl.com/bua5x63 and upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae with a list of publications, and a brief research statement. The cover letter should be addressed to Professor Stephan Meyer, Chair, EFI Search Committee. In addition, three reference letters will be required. Reference letter submission information will be provided during the application process.

Review of completed applications will start in the fall of 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, applications and recommendation letters should be received no later than November 1, 2012.

Additional Information or Requirements:
Statement:
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Applicant Documents:
Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Other Document

Research Statement

Optional Applicant Documents:
Other documents to attach:
List of Publications

Posting Link:
http://tinyurl.com/bua5x63

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