AAS Committee on the Status of Women
Issue of October 9, 2009
eds. Joan Schmelz, Caroline Simpson & Michele Montgomery
This week's issues:
1. Request for info: Funding for Women Returning to the Field
2. AASWomen Survey for Women in Astronomy 2009 meeting
3. Upcoming APS Annual Meetings - Events of Interest to Women
*** FOLLOWING POSITIONS TAKEN FROM WIPHYS ***
4. Program/Research Manager, CCAS ADVANCE Initiative, University of
Northern Colorado
5. Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Cosmology, Syracuse University
6. Two Assistant/Associate Professor Tenure-Track Positions, University
of Denver
7. How to Submit, Subscribe, or Unsubscribe to AASWOMEN
8. Access to Past Issues of AASWOMEN
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1. Request for info: Funding for Women Returning to the Field
From: Michael Rupen [mrupen
aoc.nrao.edu]
am trying to track down funding possibilities for women who are
returning to astronomy after a several-year hiatus for family reasons (not
necessarily having children, but also delaying her own to follow a partner's
career). I've found a few leads (e.g., the Blewett award) and many
small (few $1000) grants, but I'm sure there's some complete listing out
there that I've entirely missed. I'm intentionally leaving this question
general so responses may be moved to the "Advice" section of the CSWA Web
site, as I suspect they'll be of future interest to many others as well.
Any thoughts?
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2. AASWomen Survey for Women in Astronomy 2009 meeting
From: Adam Burgasser [aburgasserucsd.edu]
We wanted to advertise our survey for the Women in Astronomy meeting on
perceptions of appropriate behavior. Thank you!
In advance of the 2009 Women In Astronomy and Space Science meeting on
October 21-23 in College Park, Maryland (http://wia2009.gsfc.nasa.gov),
Adam Burgasser (UCSD/MIT) and Jacqueline Faherty (AMNH/SUNY Stony Brook)
are conducting a survey to examine perceptions of appropriate behavior
between students and advisors in astronomy. The survey is open to the
full AAS/astronomy community, takes about 10 minutes to complete, and
can be accessed at:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=QuGqrPrt3cxxiwVnvGBkSQ_3d_3d
Your participation is greatly appreciated! We will post our results in
early November at http://www.browndwarfs.org/wia2009.
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3. Upcoming APS Annual Meetings - Events of Interest to Women
From: WIPHYS, October 7, 2009
Watch for information on events of particular interest to women in
physics at the upcoming APS annual meetings in February (Washington, DC)
and March 2010 (Portland, Oregon) at the following:
1) Professional Skills Development workshops for women in physics
(February 12 and March 14). In 2010, these will be offered for post
docs and women faculty.
http://www.aps.org/programs/women/workshops/skills/index.cfm
2) Childcare grants to assist meeting attendees
http://www.aps.org/programs/women/index.cfm
3) Information about receptions, luncheons and breakfasts which the
Committee on the Status of Women in Physics co-sponsors with other
units.
Some of the events require pre-registration, so please note any
deadlines given. For further information, please contact womenaps.org
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4. Program/Research Manager, CCAS ADVANCE Initiative, University of
Northern Colorado
From: WIPHYS, October 5, 2009
The College of Natural and Health Sciences at the University of Northern
Colorado invites nominations and applications for the position of
Program/Research Manager, position #E99538. This is a full-time, fiscal
year (12-month) position associated with the CCAS ADVANCE Initiative, an
NSF-funded project that aims to support the advancement of women science
faculty through professional and leadership development of academic
deans and department chairs.
The four-year initiative focuses on a national association of deans, the
Council of Colleges of Arts and Sciences (www.ccas.net), through which
these development activities are offered.
The successful candidate will be a doctorally-qualified individual with
an understanding of STEM gender equity issues. The full vacancy
announcement and application instructions are available at:
http://www.unco.edu/nhs/employment.html . Screening of applications
begins October 20, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. The
University is an AAEO employer.
The announcement of this employment opportunity was submitted by Denise
A. Battles, Dean of the College of Natural and Health Sciences at the
University of Northern Colorado and current President of the Council of
Colleges of Arts and Sciences. Inquiries regarding the position may be
directed to Denise at denise.battlesunco.edu.
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5. Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Cosmology, Syracuse University
From: WIPHYS, October 8, 2009
The Department of Physics at Syracuse University invites applications
for a postdoctoral position in theoretical cosmology starting September
2010. The successful candidate will work with Prof. Scott Watson and
other members of the Syracuse particle theory and cosmology group. We
are looking for a candidate whose expertise can be in a broad range of
topics, including dark matter, dark energy, theoretical particle
physics, and quantum gravity. Other group members include: Cristian
Armendariz-Picon, A.P. Balachandran, Simon Catterall, Jay Hubisz, Carl
Rosenzweig, Joseph Schechter, and Kameshwar Wali.
The deadline for applications is December 1, 2009, however applications
will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Please visit
http://sujobopps.com -job # 025579 to apply. You will be able to upload
your CV, research statement, publication list, and allow reference
writers to upload reference letters on your behalf.
Syracuse University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer. Members of minority groups and women are especially encouraged
to apply.
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6. Two Assistant/Associate Professor Tenure-Track Positions, University
of Denver
From: WIPHYS, October 8, 2009
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Denver
underwent strong expansion with six new Assistant Professor positions
filled in the last three years. New positions were filled in condensed
matter physics, astrophysics, and biophysics. This announcement invites
applications for two positions: (1) a tenure track assistant
professorship in experimental condensed matter physics; (2) a
tenure track assistant or associate professorship in computational or
theoretical condensed matter physics. For the second position, we will
also consider exceptional candidates in astrophysics with overlapping
interests in nanophysics or biophysics who can participate in the
interdisciplinary initiatives mentioned below.
Both positions will begin in September 2010. We are especially
interested in candidates with research relevant to our involvement in
the university's new interdisciplinary initiatives, the Center for
Nanoscale Science and Engineering and the Molecular Life Science and
Biophysics Program. The successful candidate will have a B.S. in physics
and Ph.D. in physics or related discipline, will develop an extramurally
funded research program, will supervise undergraduate and graduate
research, and will teach undergraduate and graduate courses. Individuals
with postdoctoral experience are particularly encouraged to apply. More
information about the department can be found at
http://www.physics.du.edu . The Department offers degrees through the
Ph.D. and is very female friendly, with women comprising 25% of the
faculty and over 40% of the students at both graduate and undergraduate
levels.
Applicants must apply through the website: https://www.dujobs.org. The
application should include: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements
of teaching philosophy, proposed research program, and names of at least
three references. The selection process will begin on January 15, 2010,
and continue until the positions are filled. The University of Denver is
committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and
encourages applications from women, minorities, people with
disabilities, and veterans. DU is an Equal Employment
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
I will be happy to answer any questions about DU or these positions.
Dr. Jennifer L. Hoffman
Asst. Professor of Physics & Astronomy
University of Denver
jennifer.hoffmandu.edu
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