TT at Western Washington University

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Western Washington University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position starting September 2012. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in physics. Successful applicants must complement existing departmental and college-wide research, with preference given to candidates in condensed matter or materials theory. Candidates should be actively engaged in research with a strong publication record; post-doctoral experience is preferred. Candidates should also have a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and enthusiasm for teaching undergraduates. Effective communication skills and an ability to work with diverse populations are highly desired. A successful applicant will be expected to pursue an on-campus research program that will actively and sustainably involve undergraduate students, and to apply for external grant support.

Applications must include (1) a detailed cover letter describing the applicant's background and why she or he would be interested in joining the department, (2) a statement of philosophy and interest in teaching, (3) detailed research proposal with plans for undergraduate involvement, and (4) a full curriculum vitae including the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references. Do not send letters of recommendation; they will be requested only for semi-finalists. Review of applications will begin on November 18, 2011 and the position will remain open until filled. All application materials must be uploaded at http://www.wwu.edu/jobs. Inquiries may be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Kristen Larson, at Kristen.Larson@wwu.edu. Western Washington University is a primarily undergraduate institution in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers bachelor degrees in physics and physics education. Several departments in the College of Sciences and Technology offer Masters degrees. More information can be found at http://www.wwu.edu/physics. WWU is an AA/EO employer.