Professor in Astronomy (Cosmology), Queen Mary University of London

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Jim Emerson
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Joined: July 26 2005
Affiliation: Queen Mary, University of London

Professor in Astronomy (Cosmology), Queen Mary University of

Post by Jim Emerson » July 26 2005

Professor in Astronomy

Queen Mary University of London

Applications are invited for a permanent post as a Professor in the Astronomy Unit of the School of Mathematical Sciences at Queen Mary, University of London, with an associated lectureship available in due course.

Applicants should have an outstanding record of research achievement and leadership preferably in either Cosmology or Planet Formation, although strong candidates in other areas may be considered if they focus, complement, and enhance the existing programmes of the Unit. Appointees will also be expected to teach in the School of Mathematical Sciences, which has buoyant student numbers.

The Professorial salary (minimum £45,647 per annum inclusive of London allowance) depends on qualifications and experience. The post is available from 1 January 2006 or as soon as possible thereafter.

For any further details on the Astronomy unit which has a current faculty of 14 and computing facilities including a 156 CPU high performance cluster please visit the website: www.maths.qmul.ac.uk/Astronomy, and for an application form:
www.maths.qmul.ac.uk/Astronomy/jobs/ or alternatively visit the Human Resources website on www.admin.qmul.ac.uk/humanresources/vacancies/.

Informal enquiries to: Professor Jim Emerson, Astronomy Unit Director.
Tel: +44-(0)20-7882-5040; Fax +44-(0)20-8981-9587; mailto:[Log in to view email],
or to Professor David Arrowsmith, Head of School (+44-(0)20-7882-5464) mailto:[Log in to view email]

Completed application forms and CVs should be returned quoting reference number 05260/FD to Mariana Carter, School of Mathematical Sciences, Queen Mary, University of London, Mile End Road, London E1 4NS (mailto:[Log in to view email]).

Applications will be considered until the post is filled, with the first review covering applications received by 01 October 2005.

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