Faculty
Position in Space Plasma Physics
University of Minnesota
The School of Physics and Astronomy at the University
of Minnesota, Twin Cities invites applications for a tenure
track position in the area of Experimental Space Plasma Physics.
The appointment is expected to be at the Assistant Professor
level. This position is supported by a grant from the National
Science Foundation for Faculty Development in the Space
Sciences. Candidates are expected to hold a Ph.D. in physics,
astrophysics or a related discipline and should have
demonstrated the potential to conduct a vigorous and significant
experimental research program as evidenced by their publication
record and supporting letters from recognized leaders in the
field. The ability to teach physics effectively at both the
graduate and undergraduate levels is required. The successful
applicant will be joining a department with active programs in
both experimental and theoretical space plasma physics. The
experimental space physics group has played important roles in
instrument development and/or scientific analysis of data from
NASA and ESA funded projects including Ulysses, Polar, FAST,
Wind, Cluster, and rocket flights. The group is currently
involved in the Van Allen Probes Mission, STEREO, and Solar
Probe Plus. Experimentalists in any field in space plasma
physics are encouraged to apply. Applicants in Solar Physics,
Heliospheric Physics, Planetary and Terrestrial Magnetospheric
Physics, and Ionospheric Physics are of special interest. The
successful applicant will be expected to play a leadership role
in new programs involving spacecraft, Cube-Sats, sub-orbital
rockets, or balloons. The starting date for the position is
negotiable and could be as early as July 1, 2015.
-- Julie Murphy Assistant To the School Head Academic Affairs, Human Resources and Communications School of Physics and Astronomy University of Minnesota 145 Tate Laboratory of Physics 116 Church Street SE Minneapolis MN 55455 Phone: 612-625-6928 Email: jjmurphy@physics.umn.edu