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Tenure Track Assistant Professor Experimental Optics for Gravitational Wave Det

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Overview

Tenure Track Assistant Professor Experimental Optics for Gravitational Wave Detection — The Department of Physics at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-accruing position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 16, 2024. The targeted research area is precision interferometry and optical instrument science, generally with a focus on gravitational wave detector instrumentation. Responsibilities

Teach effectively at the graduate and undergraduate levels; supervise graduate students and postdoctoral researchers; contribute to the department, the university, and the profession. Develop innovative projects, enhance the group\'s efforts, and attract external research funding. Collaborate in small and large groups; contribute to projects related to Cosmic Explorer, the Einstein Telescope, LISA, LIGO, Virgo, KAGRA, and similar precision optical experiments. Qualifications

Minimum: Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field. Preferred: Post-Doctoral experience. Application Process

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. A complete application includes (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae with publication list, (3) a research statement, (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, (5) a statement describing the broader impacts of past and planned professional activities, and (6) contact information for at least three confidential reference providers. Reference providers will be provided an upload link once an application is submitted. To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by November 28, 2023, and the position will remain open until filled. All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Salary and Benefits

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package (Health Insurance, Retirement Options, Leave).

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