Penn State Berks invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Theoretical Hadron Physics starting in August 2015. The initial appointment will be as a bridge position with the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility for a period of up to five years. During this period, the faculty member will be expected to actively engage in projects that contribute to the Jefferson Lab 12 GeV physics program.

We encourage applications from individuals whose research complement and enhance our current research programs at Penn State Berks in Theoretical Nuclear Physics and Phenomenological Data Analysis, in particular in building a multi-dimensional image of the internal structure of the nucleon within the framework of Quantum Chromodynamics. A high priority will be placed on developing a research program involving undergraduate students. A commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level is essential.

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in physics, with at least two years of research experience beyond the Ph.D. degree, a published research record in theoretical hadron physics, and a demonstrated potential to teach effectively at the undergraduate level.

Application materials should include: a letter describing the individual`s qualifications for the position; curriculum vitae that includes the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references; a vision statement addressing research and teaching; and three letters of recommendation. Applications received by March 5, 2015 will be given full consideration; however review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants must apply online in order to be considered. Copies of these materials can also be sent to lpg10@psu.edu and michaelp@jlab.org. Email inquiries to lpg10@psu.edu.

For information about Penn State Berks, visit our website at www.bk.psu.edu. Information about Physics at Penn State Berks can be found at http://physics.bk.psu.edu/.
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