Job Advertisement: Closing Date 30th November 2014

Faculty positions
Kavli Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics, Peking University

Full details at:
http://kiaa.pku.edu.cn/opportunities/faculty-vacancies

The Kavli Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics (KIAA) at Peking 
University (PKU), Beijing, China invites applications for two faculty 
positions, starting on September 1, 2015.

KIAA is designed to be an international center of excellence to promote 
basic astrophysical research. KIAA's programs are focused in four major 
areas: (1) observational cosmology, galaxy formation and evolution; (2) 
interstellar medium, star formation, stellar and planet systems; (3) 
gravitational physics and high-energy phenomena; (4) and computational 
astrophysics (N-body, hydrodynamics, and MHD simulations). KIAA members 
have access to a variety of domestic and international observing 
facilities and computational resources (including a GPU cluster). 
Current recruitment is open to qualified applicants in any of the above 
areas of expertise. KIAA seeks strong candidates in observations and 
theory who will contribute to and help develop these programs.

With English as its working language, KIAA is developing an intellectual 
environment for scientific exchange. In partnership with the National 
Astronomical Observatories and other astronomical centers and 
universities in China, KIAA is engaged in theoretical and observational 
initiatives, development and utilization of facilities, and training of 
students and postdocs. KIAA regularly sponsors thematic workshops, 
conferences, and special-topic training programs. KIAA is establishing 
exchange and visiting programs with other Kavli institutes and a network 
of universities and astronomy centers worldwide. The institute, in 
conjunction with the Department of Astronomy, has a total of about 25 
faculty, 15 postdoctoral fellows, 45 graduate students, and 120 
undergraduates. For more information, see http://kiaa.pku.edu.cn/

RANK: We seek well-qualified applicants at the level of tenure-track 
assistant professor or full professor. Particularly meritorious 
candidates will be considered at the level of chair professor.

SALARY: Depending on qualifications and experience.

START DATE: September 1, 2015

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in astronomy, physics, planetary sciences 
or related fields completed or expected by effective date, a 
demonstrated record of research excellence, and potential to obtain 
external funding. PKU is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of 
any nationality are encouraged to apply.


APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants should submit the following by email to 
[log in to unmask]: CV, brief summary of research and teaching 
experience, plan of future scientific goals, and at least three 
confidential letters of recommendation.

DEADLINE: Applications received prior to November 30, 2014, will receive 
full consideration.

CONTACT FOR INQUIRIES:

Ms. Jie Yao
Email: [log in to unmask]
Tel: +86 10 6275 6630
Fax: +86 10 6276 7900
http://kiaa.pku.edu.cn

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