Lecturer B/C-Theoretical Physics

Level B- $111,031-$131,335 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation

Level C -$135,388-$155,696 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation

Continuing position, full time opportunity

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding theoretical physicist to a continuing position of Lecturer Level B or Level C depending on experience. The successful candidate will work alongside the other members of the physics discipline at the University of Adelaide.  We are looking to add to and/or augment areas of existing strengths in theoretical particle and nuclear physics. This includes for example areas such as particle physics, nuclear physics, nonperturbative QCD, particle astrophysics and particle cosmology.

The theoretical physics group at The University of Adelaide has broad interests in Nuclear and Particle physics. The University hosts the Adelaide Node of the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Dark Matter Particle Physics (CDMPP), and the Centre for the Subatomic Structure of Matter (CSSM). The group activities include collider phenomenology of beyond-the-Standard Model theories (at the LHC and future facilities), model building of these theories, particle astrophysics, cosmological tests of fundamental physics, lattice QCD, hadron structure, neutron stars, nuclear structure, and precision tests of fundamental interactions. The School of Physics, Chemistry and Earth Sciences hosts strong groups on the ATLAS, Belle II, IceCube, CTA, HESS, LIGO, SABRE and Pierre Auger experiments.

Close collaboration between theorists and experimentalists is actively encouraged.

To be successful you will need:

• A PhD in Theoretical Physics, or equivalent higher degree, in an area that aligns with and/or augments existing and emerging strengths in theoretical particle and nuclear physics at The University of Adelaide.
• A commitment to excellence in relevant areas of theoretical physics.
• Demonstrated publication track record in relevant areas of theoretical physics in leading academic journals.
• A strong interest in and commitment to the delivery of quality undergraduate education.
• Experience in and/or enthusiasm for the supervision of graduate students.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research in addition to working effectively as a member of a research team in a complex setting.
• Very good verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Very good organisational and management skills.
• Advanced analytic and computational skills, including the demonstrated ability to perform numerical and symbolic calculations.
• Commitment to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs — including significant industry, government and community collaborations — offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature — not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour — provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our core values are honesty, respect, fairness, discovery and excellence. Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity. We are firm believers that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills of our staff.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

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Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Sciences is a multidisciplinary hub of cutting-edge teaching and research in: agriculture; food and wine; animal and veterinary sciences; biological sciences; and physical sciences. It develops future science leaders, and actively partners with innovative industries to solve scientific problems of global significance.

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How to Apply

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Please submit your:

• cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• statement of research interests
• statement addressing the selection criteria as listed in the Selection Criteria document.

To be considered for the role, you will be required to upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research interest and arrange for three reference letters. through the link below:

https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/27947

To complete the application process, you will also need to complete an application form on the University of Adelaide application form, please ensure you submit a copy of your curriculum vitae and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.

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This position will remain open until the role is filled.

For full consideration apply before Sunday 1st September 2024 11:55 pm ACDT, but the position will stay open until filled.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact either:

Professor Anthony Williams
Associate Director CSSM,  School of Physics, Chemistry and Earth Sciences
P: +61 (8) 831 33546
E: anthony.williams@adelaide.edu.au

Professor David Ottaway, Discipline Lead for Physics
School of Physics, Chemistry & Earth Sciences
P: +61 (8) 8313 0998
E: david.ottaway@adelaide.edu.au

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The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply.

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