AAS Committee on the Status of Women
Issue of October 20, 2006
eds. Patricia Knezek & Joan Schmelz
This week's issues:
1. New Book on Women in Physics
2. Postdoctoral Research Position in Extraglactic Astronomy
3. 2 Openings at the Institute for Astronomy in Honolulu, Hawaii
4. Tenure-Track Astronomer Positions at NRAO
5. Assistant Professor at UC Santa Cruz
6. Faculty position at Princeton University
7. Tenure-Track & Scientist-Track Astronomers at STScI
8. Faculty Position in Planetary Science, UC, Berkeley
****** The following positions were taken from WIPHYS **********
9. Faculty Position in Observational Astronomy, UNC at Chapel Hill
10. Physical Scientist, JILA, Boulder, CO
11. Faculty Position in Theoretical Cosmology, Columbia U.
12. How to submit, subscribe, or unsubscribe to AASWOMEN
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1. New Book on Women in Physics
From: Sarah Stevens-Rayburn [library
stsci.edu]
"Out of the Shadows: Contributions of Twentieth-Century Women to Physics,"
edited by Nina Byers and Gary Williams, is an important contribution to the
history of science. It is forty stories of women who made major contributions
to twentieth century physics, written by distinguished scientists who are
themselves actively engaged in the areas of physics about which they write.
Cambridge University Press, produced a beautiful 500-page volume, and the
Sloan Foundation provided a grant that reduced the list price to $35. It
cannot be read without a sense of regret at what the world lost by not having
greater involvement of women in science. Even today, my freshman physics class
averages only 10% women.
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2. Postdoctoral Research Position in Extraglactic Astronomy
From: Gerhardt R. Meurer [meurerpha.jhu.edu]
We announce the immediate opening of a postdoctoral research position to study
the star formation properties of HI selected galaxies. The successful candidate
will obtain and analyze multi-wavelength data and assume the lead in research on
topics which could include the cosmic star formation rate density, the star
formation law, local and global reddening laws, the IMF, and star formation
feedback. Much of the data will come from two on-going surveys: the Survey of
Ionization in Neutral Gas Galaxies (SINGG), consisting of terrestrial H-alpha
and R band imaging and the Survey of Ultraviolet emission in Neutral Gas
Galaxies (SUNGG), consisting of GALEX near- and far-ultraviolet images.
Additional new and archival data may also be obtained and analyzed as part of
the research effort. The successful candidate will continue the development of
the SINGG and SUNGG databases, including populating them with properties
measured from other large scale surveys.
The position requires a Ph.D. in astronomy, astrophysics or a related field, and
extragalactic astronomy research experience. We are especially interested in
candidates that have skills in one or more of the following areas:
* scientific computing: data reduction, analysis, model fitting
* manipulating and analyzing multi-wavelength astronomical data, particularly
imaging and/or 3D data.
* experience in database development and maintenance, analysis of data from
databases.
The position is expected to last two years (contingent on funding), with a
possible extension to a third year. Applications should consist of a curriculum
vitae, the names and contact details of three referees, and a brief statement of
the candidate's interests in the project.
Applications should be sent electronically to Senior Budget Analyst, Tom
Rhatigan (rhatiganpha.jhu.edu) by Dec 1, 2006.
More information on the SINGG and SUNGG surveys can be found at
http://sungg.pha.jhu.edu/
Further information on the position can be obtained from Dr. Gerhardt Meurer
(meurerpha.jhu.edu).
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3. 2 Openings at the Institute for Astronomy in Honolulu, Hawaii
From: Shadia R Habbal [shadiaifa.hawaii.edu]
Beatrice Watson Parrent Postdoctoral Fellow
Closing Date: December 31, 2006
The Institute for Astronomy (IfA) at the University of Hawaii (UH) invites
applications for the Beatrice Watson Parrent Postdoctoral Fellowship. We seek
researchers displaying significant promise in any field of astrophysics,
including observation, theory, and instrumentation. The term of the fellowship
is for up to 3 years, starting around Fall 2007. The IfA has strong research
groups in nearly all areas of astrophysics and has guaranteed access to the
entire suite of observational facilities on the summits of Mauna Kea and
Haleakala. More information is available at http://www.ifa.hawaii.edu. The
Fellow will be provided an annual research budget of $15,000 and may apply for
UH telescope time.
The candidate will undertake a program of independent research in astrophysics
and participate in the academic and scientific life of the IfA. Applicants
should have a Ph.D. in Astronomy or Physics, and outstanding promise as a
researcher as demonstrated by research and letters of recommendation. (Ph.D.
candidates may apply but must submit evidence of Ph.D. completion upon hire).
The annual salary will be $52,800.
For information on how to apply for the position, please see
http://www.ifa.hawaii.edu/position-vacancies/Parrent-26485.html
Assistant Astronomer (Tenure-Track)
Closing date: December 31, 2006
The Institute for Astronomy (IfA) at the University of Hawaii invites
applications for a faculty position at the Assistant Astronomer (tenure-track)
level. This is a professorial type position with both research and reduced
teaching responsibilities, beginning around Fall 2007. We seek applicants in any
field of astrophysics, including observation, theory, and instrumentation.
Applicants should have an outstanding research record, an ability to lead and
support a research program involving students and postdocs, and an ability to
teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The IfA has strong
research groups in nearly all areas of astrophysics and has guaranteed access to
the entire suite of observational facilities on the summit of Mauna Kea and
Haleakala. More information is available at
http://www.ifa.hawaii.edu
Duties include undertaking a program of independent research in astronomy,
teaching an average of one graduate or undergraduate course per year, and
participating in the academic and scientific life of the IFA. Applicants should
have a Ph.D. in Astronomy or Physics and successful experience as a researcher
as demonstrated by publications and letters of recommendation. Prior teaching
experience and at least two years of post-doctoral research are desirable but
not essential. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
For information on how to apply for the position, please see
http://www.ifa.hawaii.edu/position-vacancies/AssistAstron-061231.html
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4. Tenure-Track Astronomer Positions at NRAO
From: Fonda Bryant [fbryantnrao.edu]
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) invites outstanding applicants
for tenure-track astronomer positions. Candidates will be selected primarily on
the basis of excellence in observational, instrumental, computational or
theoretical research in astrophysics and on their ability to further the mission
of the Observatory.
The NRAO currently operates the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA), the Green Bank
Telescope (GBT), and the Very Large Array. It is also the North American lead in
the construction of the Atacama Large Millimeter Array (ALMA), and is building
the Expanded Very Large Array (EVLA). When completed, around the beginning of
the next decade, the EVLA and ALMA will be the forefront facilities for studies
of the non-thermal and thermal universe. Beyond this, NRAO is increasingly
involved in the planning of the next generation of facilities including the
Square Kilometer Array (SKA).
Tenure-track astronomers spend 50% of their time on independent research and 50%
in support of the science mission of the Observatory. The Observatory supports
research travel, computing and publication costs, workshops and science
meetings, and has undergraduate, graduate, postdoctoral and visitor programs.
Appointments will be considered for Charlottesville, VA, where the North
American ALMA Science Center is located on the campus of the University of
Virginia; for Green Bank, WV, site of the 100-m GBT; and for Socorro, NM, the
Operations Center for the Very Large Array (eventually EVLA) and the Very Long
Baseline Array.
The candidates must have a PhD in astronomy, physics, or a related field, and an
established record of active independent research. Women and minorities are
especially encouraged to apply. The appointment is for an initial period of
three years, renewable and with the possibility of eventual tenure, in a system
parallel to that in a research university. In exceptional cases, a more senior
appointment can be considered.
Applications should include a statement of research interests and plans, a
curriculum vitae including a publication list, and the names of three scientists
who have agreed to send in letters of reference. All material should be
submitted as a single PDF file of the form "LastNameFirstInitial.tenure.pdf" via
email to the Director's Office (tenurenrao.edu). Letters
of reference should be sent separately to the same email address. For full
consideration, applications should be received by February 16, 2007. For further
inquiries email Dale Frail (dfrailnrao.edu).
The NRAO is operated by Associated Universities Inc. (AUI) under cooperative
agreement with the National Science Foundation. The NRAO is an equal opportunity
employer.
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5. Assistant Professor at UC Santa Cruz
From: Sissy Madden
The Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics at the University of California,
Santa Cruz invites applications for a faculty position at the Assistant
Professor (tenure-track) level. We particularly seek qualified applicants with
expertise theoretical astrophysics, star formation, planetary astrophysics, and,
long-wavelength observational astronomy (infrared, millimeter, and
submillimeter).
The present faculty has strengths in optical and near-IR observations, theory,
and instrumentation with special concentrations in cosmology and galaxy
formation, Galactic structure, high-energy astrophysics, and star and planet
formation. Relevant programs include the newly formed Center for the Origin,
Dynamics and Evolution of Planets (CODEP) within the Institute of Geophysics and
Planetary Physics, the Center for Computational Astrophysics, and the Santa Cruz
Institute for Particle Physics (SCIPP). We seek candidates who will mesh well
with these programs and at the same time broaden the scope of our faculty in
theory, observations, or both.
UCSC attracts excellent graduate students and is the home of the University of
California/Lick Observatories and the Center for Adaptive Optics. The successful
candidate is expected to develop a first-class research program, teach in the
department's undergraduate and graduate programs, and supervise graduate and
undergraduate student research. For additional information on the department
please see the departmental website
http://www.astro.ucsc.edu/index.html
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 Professor, (9 month basis; salary commensurate with
qualifications and experience).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or equivalent in Astronomy, Physics, Planetary
Sciences, or related field by July 1, 2007; demonstrated record of research
excellence and potential to obtain external funding, and a commitment to and
talent for teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
POSITION AVAILABLE: July 1, 2007. Fall quarter instruction begins September 17,
2007.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research and
teaching interests, and at least three letters of recommendation. Letters of
recommendation will be treated as confidential documents. Please direct letter
writers to the UCSC Confidentiality Statement at
http://www2.ucsc.edu/ahr/policies/confstm.htm
It is the responsibility of the applicant to see that all materials, including
letters, be sent to:
Faculty Search Committee
Astronomy and Astrophysics Department
University of California
1156 High Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Please refer to search #673-07 in your reply.
CLOSING DATE: Applications received before November 15, 2006 will receive full
consideration.
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6. Faculty position at Princeton University
From: Jill Knapp [gkastro.princeton.edu]
Princeton University is searching for a tenured/tenure-track Professor in the
Department of Astrophysical Sciences, to begin in September 2007. The primary
selection criteria will be research achievement, promise and breadth in
astrophysics. While the initial focus of this search is in theoretical
astrophysics, outstanding candidates in all fields of astrophysics are
encouraged to apply for the position. The ability to teach a broad range of
courses and to supervise student research programs are also important criteria.
Information on departmental resources and research programs can be found at
http://www.astro.princeton.edu
or by directly contacting departmental faculty.
Candidates should send their curriculum vitae, bibliography, and a three-page
description of past research and future plans to Professor D. Spergel, Chair,
Department of Astrophysical Sciences, Princeton University, Peyton Hall,
Princeton NJ 08544-1011 USA. They should also arrange for at least three
references to send letters of recommendation to the same address.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled but no later than
December 1, 2006.
PU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. For information about
applying to Princeton and how to self-identify, please link to
http://web.princeton.edu/sites/dof/ApplicantsInfo.htm
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7. Tenure-Track & Scientist-Track Astronomers at STScI
From: Robert Williams [wmsstsci.edu]
STScI is seeking to fill two positions on the scientific staff. Information
about the positions and application procedure can be found at:
http://www.stsci.edu/institute/brc/hr/co/external/Req530.html
and
http://www.stsci.edu/institute/brc/hr/co/external/Req531.html
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8. Faculty Position in Planetary Science, UC, Berkeley
From: Imke de Pater (imkeastro.berkeley.edu)
Pending budgetary approval, the Departments of Earth and Planetary Science,
Astronomy, and Physics at UC Berkeley invite applications for a faculty position
in Planetary Science. We seek an individual to complement our existing strengths
in all three departments and interact effectively with the Space Sciences
Laboratory (SSL) and the Center for Integrative Planetary Sciences (CIPS).
Candidates from all fields of planetary science are invited to apply.
The level of appointment will be commensurate with experience. We
enthusiastically invite applications from qualified women and underrepresented
minority scientists, since we view diversity as an important component of the
overall strength of the Campus. Please send a curriculum vitae, bibliography,
statement of teaching and research interests, and a list of the names and
addresses (email and postal) of at least 3 references to:
Chair, Faculty Search Committee
University of California- Berkeley
601 Campbell Hall MS 3411, Berkeley, CA 94720-3411
Applications should be postmarked by January 31, 2007; late applications will
not be considered. Fax or email applications will not be accepted.
The University of California, Berkeley is an Affirmative Action
Employer/Equal Opportunity Employer
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9. Faculty Position in Observational Astronomy, UNC at Chapel Hill
From: WIPHYS October 12, 2006
We invite applications for a tenure track faculty appointment in Observational
Astronomy. We are searching for an outstanding candidate who can fully exploit
the exceptional observational resources now available to UNC-CH in the Southern
Hemisphere. These include the 4.1-meter SOAR Telescope and the PROMPT telescope
array in Chile, the 11-meter SALT Telescope in South Africa and the Goodman
Laboratory for Astronomical Instrumentation in Chapel Hill. The successful
candidate should have an outstanding research record demonstrating high
achievement and broad interests in observational astronomy and will be expected
to actively participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching. For a summary of
current fields of interest in the department see
http://www.physics.unc.edu/research/astro.
Interested applicants should submit a CV, statements of research and teaching
interests and arrange to have at least four letters of reference sent to
Professor Wayne Christiansen, Chair, Astronomy Search Committee. Electronic
versions are preferred and should be sent as email attachments in either MS-Word
or PDF format to AstroObsSearchphysics.unc.edu.
Hardcopy versions may be addressed to Astronomy Search Committee, Department of
Physics and Astronomy, CB# 3255, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill,
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3255. Review of applications will begin January 10, 2007
and continue until the position is filled. Women and Minorities are encouraged
to apply. UNC-CH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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10. Physical Scientist, JILA, Boulder, CO
From: WIPHYS October 18, 2006
JILA, a premier academic research institute administered jointly by NIST and the
University of Colorado, is searching for an outstanding theoretical or
experimental scientist to fill a principal investigator-level position at JILA.
Successful applicants would be expected to establish an internationally-
recognized research program involving graduate, undergraduate, and postdoctoral
students, and to participate in departmental teaching responsibilities. We have
particular interest in candidates applying advanced techniques to topics related
to JILA's strengths in atomic, molecular and optical science, laser technology,
and precision measurement. Target areas include, but are not limited to, quantum
information, quantum optics, quantum control, high-field physics, chemical
physics, nanoscience, biophotonics, and instrumental astrophysics. JILA has a
number of exceptionally successful faculty from underrepresented groups, and
especially seeks applications from women and minority researchers. More
information about JILA can be found at
http://jilawww.colorado.edu
Interested persons should send a curriculum vitae which includes research and
teaching experience, and a research proposal (1-2 pages), as well as arrange for
three letters of recommendation to be sent to: JILA Search Committee, JILA, 440
UCB, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309-0440. Application review will
begin December 1, 2006.
The University of Colorado at Boulder and NIST are both committed to diversity
and equality in education and employment. For further information, contact John
Bohn at bohnmurphy.colorado.edu, 303-492-5426 or Pam Leland
at lelandjila.colorado.edu,
303-492-4763.
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11. Faculty Position in Theoretical Cosmology, Columbia U.
From: WIPHYS October 18, 2006
Department of Physics at Columbia University intends to make a faculty
appointment at the assistant professor level in the area of theoretical
cosmology. The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. and will have already
demonstrated an outstanding record of research. It is expected that the
successful candidate will develop a vigorous research program and teach in the
undergraduate and graduate programs.
Applicants should submit to the address below a curriculum vitae, a publication
list and a statement of research interests and plans, and should also arrange to
have three letters of reference sent to the same address.
For full consideration completed applications should be received by January 1,
2007, after which screening of applications will begin. Columbia University is
an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Minorities and women are
encouraged to apply.
Applications should be sent to:
Theoretical Cosmology Search,
Columbia Physics Department
538 West 120th Street, Mail Code 5255
New York, NY 10027, U.S.A.
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