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Richard N. Claytor Distinguished Professor - Optics/Photonics
The University of Texas at Arlington
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Posted: 20-Apr-24
Location: Arlington, Texas
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 28023
Job Summary:
The Physics Department in the College of Science, at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a Distinguished Professor, Tenure.
Essential Duties:
The successful candidate must meet all expectations of a tenure-track faculty candidate: establish an independent and externally funded research program in optics, photonics, or related physics, provide research and mentoring opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students, and teach physics courses at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have a PhD in Physics, Optics or equivalent or a closely related field.
The individual must have a track record of high level research accomplishments, extramural funding, professional leadership, and excellence in teaching and mentoring of students. Candidates are required to have strong funding record such as more than one PI grant.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to candidates with distinguished scholarly work in experimental quantum optics, nonlinear optics, optical materials, photonics, bio photonics, optical sensing, optical imaging, or laser physics.
Special Instructions:
To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/28023 and submit the following materials:
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Contact information for 3 references
- Statement of Research Interest
- Statement of Teaching
- Research Funding History (other documents)
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Questions may be addressed to the chairman of the committee
Associate Professor Nevin Weinberg nevin@uta.edu.
Associate Professor Nevin Weinberg nevin@uta.edu.
For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta.
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.
Open Until Filled: Yes
Location: Arlington
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as... both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
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