An international search is underway to identify outstanding candidates for Head of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Texas A&M University. Texas A&M, one of the two flagship research universities in Texas, is among the largest universities in the United States. The Department of Physics and Astronomy recently underwent tremendous growth in research faculty and moved into two beautiful new buildings.
The Department has research programs in astronomy, atomic physics, condensed matter physics, high energy physics, nuclear physics, and quantum optics. The Department collaborates with the Cyclotron Institute, the Institute for Quantum Science and Engineering, the Munnerlyn Astronomical Laboratory, and the Mitchell Institute for Fundamental Physics and Astronomy. Candidates with drive, vision, and effective management skills are sought to lead this diverse department. The new head need not fit into one of the existing research areas but must have the broad background to lead the entire department.
Applicants should send a CV and a statement of research accomplishments and administrative philosophy via e-mail to headsearch@physics.tamu.edu (.pdf, .doc, or .docx). Application review will begin on 1 Sept. and continue until position is filled.
Texas A&M University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. The university is dedicated to the goal of a culturally diverse, pluralistic faculty and staff and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. The university is particularly responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
