The Physics Department at Western Michigan University seeks candidates for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level in the area of theoretical nuclear physics to begin Fall 2013, pending budgetary approval. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vigorous research program with opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students, and to secure external funding. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field, and some post-doctoral research experience is desirable. Interest in
the physics of exotic nuclei relevant to the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams is especially welcome. WMU offers bachelor, Masters, and Ph.D. degrees in physics.
See www.wmich.edu/physics for an overview of the department.

Western Michigan University is a Carnegie Classification Research Extensive Institution, and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications should be made electronically through www.wmujobs.org . A cover letter, vita, statement of research and teaching philosophy are required and should be submitted online. Applicants should arrange to have three letters of reference sent to: Prof. Kirk Korista, Chair, (email: kirk.korista@WMich.edu) Department of Physics, MS 5252, Western Michigan University, 1903 W. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5252. Review of applications will begin February, 2013, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.