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Assistant Professor of Experimental Applied Physics

School Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department/Area Applied Physics
Position Description

The Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) seeks applicants for positions at the level of tenure-track assistant professor in the field of Experimental Applied Physics with an emphasis on applications of new materials, with an expected start date of July 1, 2012. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to significant and innovative applications in engineering and applied sciences.

Basic Qualifications

Candidates are required to have a PhD or an equivalent terminal degree, or to be able to certify that they will receive the degree within one year of the expected start date.

Additional Qualifications

In addition, we seek candidates who have an outstanding research record and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and graduate training.

Harvard University is committed to increasing its investment in engineering, as exemplified by the recent creation of the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, construction of new teaching and research facilities and recruitment of new faculty members. SEAS benefits from outstanding undergraduate and graduate students and a collaborative research environment without departmental boundaries.

Special Instructions

Required documents include a CV, a statement of research plans, a statement of teaching interests, copies of up to three representative papers, and names and contact information for at least three references.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit applications by January 15, 2012. However, applications will continue to be accepted until January 30, 2012. Harvard is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged.

Contact Information

Jill U. Larson, Area Administrator

Contact Email jlarson@seas.harvard.edu