The James Madison University Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a
tenure track faculty position in soft condensed matter and/or non-linear dynamics at the rank
of Assistant Professor beginning August 2010.
The successful candidate is expected to initiate and maintain a vigorous research program involving
undergraduates and be an effective teacher at all levels of the undergraduate physics curriculum, including
courses for non-science majors. Departmental research interests include soft condensed matter, materials
science, computational physics, nuclear/particle physics and astronomy. A demonstrated record of
teaching physics or mentoring undergraduates and an earned Ph.D. with relevant postdoctoral experience
are required.
The department has 19 full-time faculty members and ~120 students in our multi-track baccalaureate program.
In 2005, the department moved into a new Physics and Chemistry building. In excess of $2.7M has been spent
equipping the department in this modern facility. Additional information is available online about JMU at
www.jmu.edu and about the department at
http://csma31.csm.jmu.edu/physics/.
Applications are submitted via the web. For details on applying for this position, visit
csm.jmu.edu/physics/html/application.html.
Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2009. Applications will be accepted until the position is
filled.
JMU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access employer and especially encourages
applications from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.
