Observational Astronomer, ladder-rank faculty position-UNIVERSITY OF
CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ
No. 11661
Observational Astronomer, ladder-rank faculty position
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ
1156 High Street
Natural Sciences II Annex
Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Tel: 831-459-2991
FAX: 831-459-5244
Email Inquiries: director@ucolick.org
URL: http://www.ucolick.org/
Attention: Dr. Joseph S. Miller, Director (Please refer to provision # 276 in your reply)
The University of California Observatories/Lick Observatory and the Department
of Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of California, Santa Cruz, invite
applications for a ladder-rank position in the UCO/Lick Observatory, 80%
(research and service), and in the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, 20%
(teaching). Contingent on the availability of funding, the appointment will be
filled at the level of Assistant Astronomer/Assistant Professor, tenure-track,
with a starting date of 1 July 2001. The appointee will be expected to develop
a first-class research program in infrared or optical astronomy using the
observational facilities at the Lick Observatory and at the Keck Observatory.
The campus is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the
diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research,
teaching, and/or service.
RANK: Assistant Astronomer/Assistant Professor
SALARY: $53,600-$59,600, 11-month basis
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: PhD or equivalent in astronomy or a closely-related
area. Applicants must have shown a strong and energetic commitment to infrared
or optical observational astronomy and a publication record which reflects those
interests. Applicants must also have the knowledge and ability to teach
graduate and undergraduate courses and to direct student research. Candidates
with a demonstrated ability to develop infrared or optical instrumentation are
especially encouraged to apply.
POSITION AVAILABLE: 1 July 2001
APPLY TO: Applicants should send a vita and the names of at least three
professional referees who have been asked by the applicant to submit letters of
recommendation or appraisal to Dr. Joseph S. Miller at the above address. Please refer to provision # 276 in your reply.
CLOSING DATE: All materials, including reference letters solicited by the
applicant, must be received no later than 31 January 2001. For more
information about this position, see website: http://www.ucolick.org/general/employment/faculty.html.
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