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THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM

SCHOOL OF PHYSICS & ASTRONOMY



Lectureship in Astronomy







As part of an ongoing commitment to excellent research in astronomy,
applications are invited for the above post in the School of Physics &
Astronomy at the University of Nottingham.

The Astronomy group at Nottingham currently comprises six permanent staff,
five postdoctoral researchers and 12 research students. Its research
programme is focussed on extragalactic astronomy and cosmology, with
particular emphasis on galaxy formation and evolution, and the large-scale
structure of the Universe. A Lecturer is required whose research interests
overlap or complement this existing activity. Our research encompasses the
full spectrum of observation, data analysis, large-scale computer
simulation and analytic theory, so candidates with either observational or
theoretical expertise (or both) are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute effectively to
teaching in the School, which has buoyant student numbers and an innovative
teaching and learning strategy.

Candidates must have a PhD in physics or a related subject.

Salary will be within the range ё22,954 - ё34,838 per annum, depending on
qualifications and experience. This position is available from 1 February
2005, or as soon as possible thereafter.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor P Coles, Email:
Peter.Coles@Nottingham.ac.uk or Professor M Merrifield, Email:
Michael.Merrifield@Nottingham.ac.uk. Further information about the School
of Physics and Astronomy is available on the WWW at:
http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/physics.

Further details and application forms are available on the WWW at:
http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/personnel/vacancies/academic.html or from the
Personnel Office, Highfield House, The University of Nottingham, University
Park, Nottingham, NG7 2RD. Tel: 0115 951 3263. Fax: 0115 951 5205.
Email: Personnel.Applications@Nottingham.ac.uk.


Please quote ref. RUB/628S. Closing date: 1 October
2004.






BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The School of Physics & Astronomy is a flourishing member of the Science
Faculty in this research-led university, which has one of the highest
number of undergraduate applications per place in the United Kingdom. We
are committed to provide teaching of high quality and were rated Excellent
by the Quality Assurance Agency. We continue to attract significant numbers
of well-qualified home and EU applicants to fill our undergraduate courses.
With an international research reputation and Grade 5 in the RAE, the
School has a large portfolio of research contracts from EPSRC, PPARC, MRC,
BBSRC, and the Royal Society, the EU and industry.

The Astronomy group was formed in 1999, and quickly established a strong
reputation for both observational and theoretical aspects of extragalactic
astronomy. The group holds a healthy portfolio of PPARC grants providing
support for a part-time computer manager, a visitors' grant, and a PATT
rolling grant, 5 postdoctoral research assistants, and a 16-node
supercomputer. Research students in astronomy are supported by a PPARC
studentship quota or through University funding.


Staff


There are 34 permanent members of academic staff. Four individual
fellowship holders will join the staff on completion of their fellowships.

Professors: Readers: Senior Lecturers:
P H Beton (Head of School) A AragСn-Salamanca K A Benedict
R M Bowley J L Dunn K J Maxwell (Deputy HoS)
R W Bowtell A J Horsewill C J Mellor
P Coles A J Kent
L Eaves FRS P J King
C T Foxon S J Maddox
T M Fromhold P J Moriarty
B L Gallagher J R Owers-Bradley
M R Merrifield P A Gowland
P G Morris

Lecturers: Research Officers: Emeritus
Professors:
AD Armour M Henini H S Bachelard+
L Dunne R Coxon C A Bates+
S T Francis R Campion L J Challis OBE
J Garrahan S Clough
W K?ckenberger Sir Peter Mansfield FRS+
P M Glover W F Nash CBE+
Y Mao F W Sheard+
A PatanХ K W H Stevens
JN O'Shea
D E Rourke
J Sharp
M R Swift

O Almaini*
K Edmonds*
H L Geen*
F R Pearce*

*EPSRC, Royal Society or PPARC Fellowship holders; + In residence

In addition there are some 30 postdoctoral research associates. Supporting
research and teaching are five administrative staff, 24 technicians and six
secretarial staff.


Undergraduate Admissions

We offer the following courses:

Physics, Physics with Astronomy, Physics with Medical Physics, Physics with
a European Language (BSc and MSci)
Mathematical Physics (BSc and MSci)
Chemistry and Molecular Physics (BSc and MSci)
Joint Honours Physics and Philosophy (BSc)
Physics with Theoretical Physics (BSc & MSci)
Physics with Theoretical Astrophysics (BSc & MSci)


Research Groups

Our current research activities are grouped into the following general
themes:

Astronomy
Granular Dynamics
Magnetic Levitation
Magnetic resonance imaging
Nanoscience
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
Semiconductors
Ultra-low Temperature Physics
Theoretical Physics

The School currently has 75 postgraduate students, spread across these
areas. At present there are 12 PhD students working with the Astronomy
group.


The University


The University of Nottingham first began as a University College in 1881
and benefited greatly by its strong links with the innovatory "giants" of
Nottingham's industrial base such as Boots, Plessey and Raleigh. The
University became independent in 1948 when its Royal Charter was granted.

Expansion has continued up to the present day on University Park, the main
campus that lies at the western boundary of the City of Nottingham. Various
teaching complexes and Halls of Residence are sited within the attractive
and spacious grounds of 330 acres, including the main Physics Building. The
Magnetic Resonance Centre, which is an integral part of the School, is
located a short distance away.

The George Green Library (for science and engineering) is conveniently
adjacent to the School. It is well stocked with research books and journals
in Physics and Astronomy in addition to the texts for undergraduate and
postgraduate teaching. The University also provides comprehensive access to
journals in electronic form.

The University has around 20,000 full-time students and 6,500 part-time
students. There are some 2,150 members of academic staff, 600 academic
related staff, 1,500 technical and manual staff and about 900 clerical
staff.








THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM
School of PHYSICS & ASTRONOMY

Job Title: Lecturer in Astronomy

Salary: ё22,954 - ё34,838 per annum, depending on qualifications and
experience.

Location: The School of Physics & Astronomy

Responsible to: The Head of the School of Physics & Astronomy

Job Outline:

To carry out teaching, research and administration.


Main Duties and Responsibilities:

. To teach Physics and/or Astronomy through the delivery of high quality
lectures, tutorials and demonstrations to undergraduate and postgraduate
students.
. To examine in the assessments for initial and higher degrees of the
University and to act as invigilator in such examinations as required.
. To undertake research of international quality in Astronomy.
. To forge appropriate collaborations within and outside the University.
. To disseminate research findings at national and international
conferences and to publish in high quality refereed journals.
. To secure external funding to support research.
. To supervise research students.
. To deliver research seminars, organise research meetings and undertake
refereeing.
. To undertake training consistent with continuous professional
development.
. To assist with the efficient and effective completion of the work of the
School.
. To undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and role of the
person appointed, as required by the Head of School.

This job description may be subject to revision following discussion with
the person appointed and forms part of the contract of employment.

Additionally, applicants are asked to submit a curriculum vitae that gives
details of academic qualifications, including class of first degree, a
career summary and a full list of publications and research grants. A
statement of not more than 500 words on your research plans is also
required.


















Person Specification:

| |Essential |Desirable |
|Qualifications/|PhD in relevant area. | |
|Education | | |
|Skills/Training|Good communication skills. | |
| |Good time-management skills. | |
|Experience |Proven ability to produce |Teaching in Higher |
| |research of international |Education. |
| |quality. | |
| |Proven track-record in | |
| |publishing research work of | |
| |international quality. | |
|Personal |Originality in research. | |
|Attributes |Enthusiasm for disseminating | |
| |scientific knowledge. | |
|Other |Evidence of long-term research| |
| |strategy. | |
| |Ability to establish | |
| |collaborative projects. | |
| |Flexible approach to new | |
| |methods in teaching and | |
| |research. | |

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor P Coles, Email:
Peter.Coles@Nottingham.ac.uk or Professor M Merrifield, Email:
Michael.Merrifield@Nottingham.ac.uk.

Please quote ref. RUB/628S. Closing date: 1 October
2004.