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[Damien Easson]

Assistant/Associate Professor with The Beyond Center

The Beyond Center at Arizona State University seeks applications for a tenure-track assistant or associate professor. The Beyond Center is a research unit within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences that explores fundamental questions in science; led by Dr. Paul Davies, Director and Dr. Lawrence Krauss, Associate Director. Current prime areas of interest with active and growing research programs include mathematical biology (the latter with a particular focus on the physical basis of cancer), cosmology, particle theory, foundational questions in quantum mechanics, and astrobiology: additional details can be found on the center’s website HTTP://BEYOND.ASU.EDU. The successful candidate will have a tenure home in a relevant academic unit (e.g., Physics, Life Sciences, Earth and Space Exploration). Candidates should have a PhD and at least two years of postdoctoral research experience in one of the prime areas of interest or a related field, an outstanding record of research accomplishments with a clear potential to establish a vigorous externally funded research program and show a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and public outreach. The successful candidate should be a “big thinker” with a strong interest in foundational scientific questions, and should have good organizational skills for running several scientific workshops and associated public outreach events each year. Demonstrated experience in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment is desired.

Complete applications will include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae a research and teaching plan, and contact information for at least three references. Materials should be submitted electronically at http://physics.asu.edu/employment.php or by clicking on the APPLY HERE button below.

Applications will be considered until January 15, 2010. The appointment may begin as early as August 16, 2010.

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Arizona State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.