DATE: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:01:17 +1100 SUBJECT: Ohio State faculty opening in particle astrophysics and cosmology Andrew Hopkins (AAO) has asked me to circulate the following ad for a position overseas that may be of interest to some ASA members. ============================================= Faculty Position in Particle Astrophysics and Cosmology Department of Physics, The Ohio State University The Department of Physics at The Ohio State University anticipates a tenure track faculty appointment effective Fall Quarter 2010. Highly qualified candidates in all areas of particle astrophysics and cosmology are invited to apply. While we are primarily searching for a junior experimentalist, exceptionally well-qualified candidates at all levels in either theory or experiment will be considered. The position is affiliated with the Center for Cosmology and AstroParticle Physics, a joint venture between the Departments of Physics and Astronomy, and a joint appointment in the Department of Astronomy is possible. Additional information about CCAPP can be found at http://ccapp.osu.edu. Applicants should have a Ph.D. and an outstanding research record. A commitment to excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels is essential. The Department currently has 55 faculty and approximately 60 postdoctoral researchers and research scientists, 160 graduate students, and 250 undergraduate majors. Our expanding research operation is located in the new Physics Research Building, which contains state of the art office, meeting and laboratory space. Additional information about the department may be found at http://www.physics.ohio-state.edu. All applications should be submitted electronically at http://www.physics.ohio-state.edu/jobs/facultyapp/ Candidates should submit a letter of application, a complete curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a brief description of research plans, and a teaching statement. Senior applicants should provide contact information for at least four people from whom letters of reference may be requested. Junior applicants should arrange for at least four letters of reference to be sent to one of the addresses below: astrosearch09@mps.ohio-state.edu (Please note applicant's name in subject line.) Astrophysics Search Committee Department of Physics The Ohio State University 191 West Woodruff Avenue Columbus, OH 43210 Applications received by 1 December 2009 are assured of full consideration. Job application assistance is available for dual career situations. To build a diverse workforce, Ohio State encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Flexible work options are available. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE Institution, EEO/AA employer. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- John Beacom Associate Professor Department of Physics and Department of Astronomy Ohio State University email: beacom@mps.ohio-state.edu phone: (614) 247 - 8102 fax: (614) 292 - 7557 Dept. of Physics, OSU, 191 W. Woodruff Ave., Columbus, OH 43210 ----------------------------------------------------------------------