Wednesday, September 1, 2010

TT at Trinity University

The Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as Assistant Professor of Physics, to begin in August 2011. Requirements include a Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field. The successful candidate will be dedicated to undergraduate teaching and establish a research program that includes participation by students. Candidates in experimental, theoretical, or computational research are all encouraged to apply. Many opportunities exist for interdisciplinary work in the sciences, math, and engineering.

Please submit a CV and detailed statements of experience and interests in teaching and research to: Chair of the Search Committee, Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Trinity University, One Trinity Place, San Antonio, TX 78212. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to the Search Committee. Review of complete application files, with letters, will begin on November 1, 2010.

The Department of Physics and Astronomy (http://www.trinity.edu/physics) has 6 faculty and attracts outstanding students. Active research areas include gravitational-wave detection, nanomaterials/plasmonics, dynamics and pattern formation in soft matter and biological systems, atmospheric physics, and astrophysics/cosmology. Trinity University is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from qualified women and minority candidates.