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Experimental Optics, Photonics, or Fiber Optic
Sensing
Tenure-Track
The Physics Department at California State University, Fullerton
is seeking applicants for a tenure-track position at the Assistant
Professor level beginning August, 2008.
Position
The department offers both B.S. and M.S. degrees and is seeking
an experimental physicist with research specialties in optics and
related fields including light-matter interactions, photonics and
nanophotonics, high sensitivity/precision optical measurements,
fiber optic sensing, guided wave optics, photonic crystal fibers,
and optical data storage. The successful candidate will be expected
to develop an active, externally-funded research program involving
undergraduate and Master's level students. A substantial amount
of existing equipment is available plus startup funds. More details
can be found on the Physics Department's website http://physics.fullerton.edu.
Qualification
- A Ph.D. in physics and a minimum of one year of postdoctoral
experience (two years preferred) is required
- Candidates must also indicate a strong commitment to excellence
in teaching a diverse population of students and to curriculum
development at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Prior teaching experience is desirable.
Rank & Salary
The position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, tenure-track.
Salary is highly competitive and commensurate with rank, experience,
and qualifications. Limited startup funds are available. An excellent
comprehensive benefits package is available which includes health/vision/dental
plans; spouse, domestic partner and /or dependent fee-waiver; access
to campus child-care as well as an affordable housing program; and
a defined-benefit retirement through the state system along with
optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description
of benefits, refer to http://hr.fullerton.edu/Benefits/CompareBenefits.aspx
Job Control Number
23603G-08-024
Appointment Date
August 2008
Application Procedures
Applications must include a curriculum vitae, a 500-1000 word description
of teaching experience and interests, a 500-1000 word description
of research plans and goals, which includes minimum start-up needs,
and a list of three references who can provide letters upon request.
Applications should be sent to:
Chair, Search Committee, Department of Physics
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA 92834-6850
Only complete applications will be reviewed.
Application Deadline
Priority consideration will be given to applications received by
Friday, November 2, 2007.
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