California Institute of Technology, Burke Institute for Theoretical Physics
Pasadena, CA | #medical #academic
The particle theory group at Caltech invites applications for a position in particle astrophysics, cosmology and direct detection of dark matter, including the connection to novel Condensed Matter systems.
The position will be partly funded through a QuantISED initiative on "New Ideas in Dark Matter Detection"; see http://www.kzurek.theory.caltech.edu.
For full consideration, please also apply to the Burke Fellowships in Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics: https://applications.caltech.edu/jobs/burke.
For information on the theory group at Caltech, please see https://burkeinstitute.caltech.edu The appointment is expected to start as early as September 2022 with competitive compensation, and it requires the completion of a PhD.
The initial appointment will be for two years with expected renewal for one additional year.
To apply, please upload to AJO a CV, publication list, and short statement of research (collated into a single PDF), and have three letters of reference uploaded by December 7, 2021.
Science questions can be addressed to Kathryn Zurek (kzurek@caltech.edu), while administrative questions should be directed to Carol Silberstein, carol@theory.caltech.edu.
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To request disability accommodations for any part of the interview or hiring process, please contact 626-395-6685 for assistance or contact carol@theory.caltech.edu.
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Deadline: Tue, 07 Dec 2021 23:59:59 EST
(6 days left)
Salary:
Location: Pasadena, CA
How to Apply
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