University of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP)
Department-Department of Mathematics, Physics and Statistics
Position Title: Assistant Professor of Physics

The Department of Mathematics, Physics, and Statistics at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics starting August 15, 2008. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Physics and a background or expertise in biophysics, medical physics or condensed matter physics. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, to initiating a research program, and to involving undergraduate students in research. The Department is located in state of the art facilities in the new McNeil Science and Technology Center along with the Departments of Biological Sciences and the Department of Bioinformatics & Computer Science.

USP is a private University with an enrollment of 2,600 undergraduate and graduate students, with programs in the natural sciences, pharmacy, and other health related areas.

To apply, please submit (email submission is acceptable) a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a description of teaching philosophy, a brief description of planned research activities, and three letters of reference to:

Prof. Elia Eschenazi, Chairman
Department of Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia,
600 S. 43rd St.,
Philadelphia, PA 19104.
physics@usip.edu

Evaluation of applications will continue until the position is filled.

USP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Background check will be required.

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