The Department of Physics invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in nanoscale biophysics to begin in the Fall of 2009. We seek candidates who will establish a vigorous, externally funded research program and will collaborate with the existing nanoscale research groups within the Department as well as contribute to an NIH supported campus initiative to foster interaction between the physical and biological sciences. The position is open to both theorists and experimentalists. Our current research programs are active in nonlinear optical properties of organic and inorganic materials, surface science, and atomic layer deposition. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the areas of molecular electronics, nano-biophysics, nano-biotechnology, and nanophotonics. In exceptional cases, the appointment may be made at a higher rank. A Ph.D. in Physics, Biophysics or in a closely related field and the ability to effectively teach across the undergraduate and graduate physics curriculum are required. The Department of Physics plans to create a biologically motivated introductory physics sequence for life science majors; candidates for this position are expected to contribute to this effort. Postdoctoral experience is desirable and competitive start-up funds are available. The department currently consists of 21 tenure-track and 25 research faculty, about 50 graduate students and 120 undergraduate majors, and offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Applied Physics and in Atmospheric Physics. Research expenditures currently exceed $7M per year. (For more information see: http://physics.umbc.edu).

Please submit an application letter, a resume, a research plan, a teaching plan, and the names and addresses of at least three references to Prof. Laszlo Takacs, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Physics, UMBC, 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore MD 21250, Email: takacs@umbc.edu. Review of the applications will begin on December 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service. UMBC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.