University of California Santa Barbara - Materials Department - Multiple Positions

INSTITUTION: University of California Santa Barbara
DEPARTMENT: Materials Department
POSITION: Assistant Professor - Bio & Macromolecular Materials; Assistant Professor - Inorganic Materials
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The Materials Department at University of California Santa Barbara is seeking applicants for the following two positions:

Assistant Professor – Bio & Macromolecular Materials

The Materials Department in the College of Engineering at the University of California at Santa Barbara is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of Bio and Macromolecular Materials.

Outstanding candidates should demonstrate the ability to build a world-class experimental or theoretical research program in the area of soft materials. Application areas of interest include synthetic polymers, biomaterials, and polymer composites. It is expected that the candidate would demonstrate the potential for collaborative, interdisciplinary research with the broader Materials community at UCSB and take a leading role in advancing the world-class facilities at UCSB.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in materials science and engineering or a closely related field.

Applications comprising a resume, statement of teaching philosophy, a brief (3-page limit) statement of research interests, and names and addresses of at least three references should be submitted online at: https://ucsb-coe.redbrickrs.com/apply/biomolecular.

Assistant Professor – Inorganic Materials 

The Materials Department in the College of Engineering at the University of California at Santa Barbara is seeking applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in the area of Inorganic Materials.

Candidates should demonstrate the ability to build up an interdisciplinary, experimental research program in the areas of design, growth, and science of new and forward-looking functional inorganic materials. In addition, a commitment to education should be demonstrated. Truly exceptional candidates will also be considered at the Associate Professor level.

Applications consisting of a resume, a statement of teaching philosophy, a brief (3-page limit) statement of research interests, and the names and addresses of at least three references, should be submitted online at:  https://ucsb-coe.redbrickrs.com/apply/inorganic

For primary consideration for either position, please apply by November 13, 2012. The positions will remain open until filled.

The Materials Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service.

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