KAVLI INSTITUTE FOR THEORETICAL PHYSICS

Professor and Permanent Member

 

Job #JPF00439

 

The Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics at the University of California, Santa

Barbara seeks applications for a Permanent Member with a start date of July 1,

2015. The Institute is supported principally by the National Science Foundation

and has the responsibility of contributing to progress in all areas of theoretical

physics. A successful applicant will be offered a joint appointment as a member

of the Institute and as a ladder faculty member of the University of California,

Santa Barbara’s Physics Department.

 

Duties of the Permanent Member will be to carry out research and to provide

scientific leadership for the Institute. S/he will have minimal teaching duties with

the Physics Department while a working member of the Institute.A Ph.D. in physics is required. Additional qualifications include: Outstanding research in theoretical physics; highly active current research program; teaching excellence; commitment to academic service.

 

To apply, please go to https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00439

Applicants should submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, and

at least three names of references. Letters of reference will be requested for final

candidates. To receive full consideration, please apply by March 1, 2015. The position will remain open until filled.  Persons interested in the position, or wishing to nominate candidates, should contact the Director, Professor Lars Bildsten, at bildsten@kitp.ucsb.edu.

 

The Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics and the Physics Department are

especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and

excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service.

 

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard

to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected

by law including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.