Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Astrophysics - West Virginia University
No. 26495
Position/Title: Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Astrophysics
Institution: West Virginia University
Submit Resumes To:
Attention: Dr. Duncan Lorimer
URL1: http://www.wvu.edu
(West Virginia University)
URL2: http://physics.wvu.edu
(Physics Department)
URL3: http://astro.wvu.edu
(Astrophysics Group)
Email Submission Address: duncan.lorimer@mail.wvu.edu
Email Inquiries: duncan.lorimer@mail.wvu.edu
The closing date for receipt of applications: 10/01/2010
Job Description:
The Department of Physics at West Virginia University invites applications for a faculty position in astrophysics. The astrophysics group at WVU consists of three professors, one post-doc, ten graduate students, and three undergraduate students. The group specializes in studies of compact objects and galaxy formation and evolution in the local universe (see the astrophysics group website for a description of our current activities) and works in close collaboration with the National Radio Astronomy Observatory, and in particular is a major user of the observatory facilities in Green Bank, WV.Qualified candidates in any area of astronomy and astrophysics are encouraged to apply; a preference will be given to observational astronomers with postdoctoral experience and at least some experience in radio astronomy. Minimum requirements are a Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, or astrophysics; a commitment to teaching astronomy and astrophysics at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; and evidence of potential to achieve a record of excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate is expected to obtain external funding and develop a nationally recognized research program. The WVU Physics Department consists of 18 tenured and tenure-track faculty, three research faculty, seven postdoctoral researchers, and 62 graduate students. The largest research areas are condensed matter physics, astrophysics, and plasma physics. The departmental website contains information about the course offerings in undergraduate and graduate astronomy/astrophysics.
To apply, send (1) a curriculum vitae including a full list of publications and relevant teaching experience, (2) a research plan for the next five years, and (3) a statement of teaching philosophy and experience. Please arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent separately. E-mail applications consisting of a single file in PDF format can be sent to Duncan Lorimer at Duncan.Lorimer@mail.wvu.edu. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2010 and continue until the position is filled. West Virginia University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Applications are encouraged from women and members of historically underrepresented groups. WVU provides support for dual career couples (see http://dualcareer.wvu.edu ).
Included Benefits:
No benefits information has been provided by the employer.
