The Department of Physics announces a tenure-track faculty opening at the assistant professor level, in Condensed Matter/Materials (CMM) Physics Theory. The search will focus on outstanding candidates in the area of electronic structure calculations of materials properties, although exceptional candidates in other areas of CMM theory will also be considered. This is the third new hire in CMM theory, designed to enhance the activities of Washington University’s cross-disciplinary Center for Materials Innovation (CMI). This position requires teaching Physics or related courses, conducting research and publishing in peer-reviewed journals. We are seeking candidates whose research achievements, relative to their experience, are extraordinary and who exhibit a strong aptitude for teaching, and mentoring and supervising the research of students at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Applicants must have a doctorate in Physics or a related field. The appointment will begin Fall 2009. Information on our department and the CMI can be found at physics.wustl.edu. Applications should consist of the following: cover letter, current resume including publication record, statement of research interests and plans (up to 5 pages), statement of teaching interests and approach (up to 3 pages), and names and complete contact information of three referees (including email addresses).

Application materials must be submitted electronically by email as a single file in editable (e.g. not password protected) PDF format to CMMTsearch@physics.wustl.edu. For full consideration applications should be submitted on or before November 15, 2008.