Southern Illinois University - Physics - 3 Assistant Profs (tenure track)

INSTITUTION: Southern Illinois University
HIRING DEPARTMENT: Physics
POSITION: (3) Assistant Professors (tenure track)
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The Department of Physics (www.siue.edu/PHYSICS) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville seeks candidates for three tenure-track Assistant Professor positions higher academic ranks may be considered) in the areas of Biophysics, Atomic-Molecular-Optics Theory, and Condensed Matter beginning Fall 2011. SIUE has a tradition for teaching excellence. Candidates are expected to demonstrate: a passion for teaching, a capability of teaching at all levels of the curriculum, and develop and sustain a program of research. The department requires the participation of undergraduates in its research programs. All faculty members are expected to mentor students, engage in productive scholarship, and serve on departmental committees. The department plans to develop a professional graduate program.

**The department welcomes applications from couples or partners.**

Biophysics: SIUE seeks to start a biomedical/biophysics program to complement strong basic science, health science and engineering programs. The successful candidate is expected to develop an independent research program in any subfield of biophysics. Preference will be given to candidates whose research interests complement current SIUE research programs.

Atomic-Molecular-Optics Theory: The Department of Physics seeks a candidate who will develop an independent research program in AMO theory. Preference will be given to candidates whose research interests complement
the departmental strength in optics/photonics.

Condensed Matter: The Department of Physics seeks a candidate who will develop an independent research program in any subfield of condensed matter physics. Preference will be given to candidates whose research interests complement current faculty research.

The successful candidates must hold a Doctorate. This may be in Physics or a closely related field. The doctoral degree must be complete prior to the candidate commencing employment at SIUE. Experience working in the field (in scholarship and/or teaching) beyond that associated with the doctoral degree is highly desirable.

Review of applications will begin on November 22, 2010 and continue until the positions are filled. Each candidate is required to send (e.g. USPS, UPS, or FedEx) to the relevant search contact an application packet that contains: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcript, statement of research interests, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Each applicant should also arrange to have three letters of reference sent to the appropriate search contact listed below. *Note: Electronic applications or letters of reference will not be considered and will be deleted without notice to the applicant.*

FOR BIOPHYSICS: Dr. Tom Foster, Search Committee (BIO), Department of Physics, SIUE, Edwardsville, IL 62026-1654L
FOR AMO: Dr. Hernando Garcia, Search Committee (AMO), Department of Physics, SIUE, Edwardsville, IL 62026-1654L
FOR CONDENSED MATTER: Dr. Jeffrey Sabby, Search Committee (CM), Department Of Physics, SIUE,Edwardsville, IL 62026-1654L

SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants may be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment. SIUE is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.