Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Employer
- The University of Alabama
- Location
- Tuscaloosa, AL
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Candidates for this position are expected to exhibit potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate is expected to develop a high quality, externally funded research program, as well as teach and mentor at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Ad Text:The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in astronomy and astrophysics. The successful candidate will be engaged in observational and/or theoretical studies which are aligned with and extend current research in the group. These fields include formation of galaxies and large-scale structure, formation of the first stars, structure and evolution of galaxies, stellar explosions, variable stars, active galactic nuclei, and high-energy emission from black holes, neutron stars, galaxies, and clusters of galaxies. We are particularly interested in applicants working in time-domain astronomy (such as supernovae, gamma-ray bursts, accretion phenomena around massive black holes, exoplanet observations, and new types of astrophysical transients). The appointment will begin August 16, 2020. In addition to faculty working in observational and theoretical astrophysics, we have related research groups in astroparticle physics (IceCube, VERITAS, CTA), experimental particle physics (dark matter detection, CERN), experimental nuclear physics and theoretical particle physics. The UA astronomy group is part of the SARA consortium, remotely operating 1- meter telescopes at 3 sites, and operates its own well-equipped 0.4m telescope locally. More information about the department can be found on the department’s website physics.ua.edu.
The minimum qualifications for this position are a Ph.D. or equivalent, postdoctoral experience, scholarly publications, and experience with modern techniques in astronomy and astrophysics. Candidates for this position are expected to have an outstanding research record and exhibit potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate is expected to develop a high quality, externally funded research program, as well as teach and mentor at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
We will begin reviewing applications on December 1, 2019, and the review process will continue until the position is filled. Applications should consist of a curriculum vitae, including descriptions of the applicant’s accomplishments, research interests, teaching philosophy, and a list of publications with citation counts. Applicants should also arrange for at least three letters of recommendation to be sent electronically to astrosearch@ua.edu or by mail to Prof. Jeremy Bailin, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Box 870324, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35487. Applications must be submitted online at the University of Alabama website https://facultyjobs.ua.edu/postings/45966/. The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
For additional information, contact the search committee chair, Prof. Jeremy Bailin, at jbailin@ua.edu or (205) 348-4613.
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Search Initiation Date:10/21/2019Expected Starting Date:08/16/2020Special Instructions to Applicants:College/School/Division:Arts and SciencesPost To IheYesSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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