2 Lecturer Positions at University College London

The atomic molecular, optical and positron physics group (AMOP) at University College London has advertised two academic positions for theorists in the following or related areas:

• Positron-, Positronium-, Electron-Collisions
• Ultracold Gases
• Ultrafast laser spectroscopy and Strong Laser Interactions
• Biological Physics and Optical Tweezers
• Theoretical Physics of Molecules and Quantum Systems
• Quantum Information

Lecturer in Theoretical AMOP Physics x2
University College London – Physics & Astronomy

Full Time
The appointment will be on UCL Grade 8. The salary range will be £39,510 to £46,635 per annum depending on experience, inclusive of London Allowance.

Duties and Responsibilities
UCL invites applications for two lectureships in the Atomic, Molecular, Optical and Positron Physics (AMOPP) group (http://www.ucl.ac.uk/phys/amopp/) from theorists with an excellent record of academic research and promise for future achievements. The successful candidates are expected to enhance one of our existing areas of research, to develop new research initiatives and to generate the external income to support them. This position will also involve taking part in the Department’s teaching programme at undergraduate and graduate level including: Lecturing, tutoring, laboratory demonstrating and dissertation supervision.

Key Requirements
The successful candidates will have a PhD or equivalent qualification in AMOP Physics and a track record of international research excellence and publishing in peer-reviewed journals in the field of AMOP Physics. Proven ability to raise funds for their own research (e.g. through a personal fellowship) would be an advantage.

Further Details
For further details about the vacancy and how to apply on line please go to http://www.ucl.ac.uk/hr/jobs/ and search on Reference Number 1175976. If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact Ms Christine Johnston, , +44 (0)20 7679 3943. UCL Taking Action for Equality

Closing Date 14 Mar 2011

Latest time for the submission of applications 5pm

Interview date 4th -15th April