Recruitment
Edward Teller Chair of Applied Science
Department of Applied Science, University of California at Davis
The Department of Applied Science at the University of California, Davis, invites applications from, and nominations of, outstanding individuals as candidates for the Edward Teller Chair of Applied Science.
The department is seeking a senior distinguished scholar with an outstanding record in physical or applied science and a strong commitment to the education and teaching mission of the department. Apart from two undergraduate majors, Optical Science and Engineering and Computational Applied Science, the department has a strong diverse graduate program in applied physics, computational science, optics and lasers, plasma physics, biophysics, and materials science, reflecting the academic backgrounds of the faculty. The graduate program has traditionally interacted closely with the University of California managed National Laboratories, particularly the Lawrence Livermore and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratories.
The position is open until filled. For full consideration, applications should be received on or before February 1, 2006. Applications, nominations, and inquiries should be directed to Prof. Ann Orel, Chair of the Edward Teller Chair Search Committee, Department of Applied Science, University of California, One Shields Avenue, Davis, CA 95616, U.S.A. A complete application consists of a Curriculum Vitae with a list of at least 5 professional references and a statement of research interests and goals. Applicants must hold a PhD degree to be considered for this position. The Department is interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for disadvantaged students.
The University of California is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.