The Niels Bohr Institute for Astronomy, Physics and Geophysics
University of Copenhagen

Faculty Renewal Program

Associate Professorship in Planetary Physics

As part of its program for faculty renewal, the Niels Bohr Institute for Astronomy, Physics and Geophysics (NBIfAFG) announces the availability of an associate professorship in planetary physics. The position will be open from September 1, 2004. The NBIfAFG constitutes the physics department of the University of Copenhagen with a faculty of 65. Details of the research activities of the institute may be found on the home page www.nbifafg.ku.dk

The Danish Space Research Institute and NBIfAFG have recently created a Center for Planetary Science, an interdisciplinary environment for theoretical and experimental projects related to planetary physics. The current activities of the Center include planetary magnetic fields, ice on the planets, in situ magnet experiments on Mars, and the physics of the Earth-Moon system. Scientists from all areas of planetary physics are encouraged to apply.

The Institute seeks candidates with a record of outstanding and independent research. Successful candidates should have a research profile driven by the desire to understand physical phenomena and their origins. While having a solid foundation in one or more current fields of research, he/she should demonstrate scientific breadth and have the capacity to inspire others and to engage in research in new directions. Candidates are expected to develop a research program in which the interplay between theory, experiment, observation, data analysis and/or modelling is central. The applicant should have a strong interest in all facets of university teaching, including the  supervision of MSc and PhD students, and in contributing to the Institute’s visibility through public outreach activities. The successful candidate must be able to teach undergraduate courses in Danish within two years of appointment.

In accordance with the Ministerial Circular on Job Structure, appointment to the position of associate professor requires documented scientific production at an international level and documented teaching qualifications. In the event that the applicant lacks sufficient teaching experience through an appointment as assistant professor or acquired corresponding teaching experience, the appointment will be probationary for a period of up to 1½ years.

Terms of appointment and salary are set by agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) on Academics in the State. In addition to the salary based on seniority, the successful applicant will receive an annual pensionable supplement of DKK 70.447,42. Negotiation for further supplement will be possible.

The application must be in English and must include:

• Research plan
• Curriculum vitae.
• A complete list of publications indicating a maximum of 10 papers of particular relevance.
• A copy of each of the selected papers. In the case of publications with more than one author, a statement regarding the applicant's contribution must be provided.
• Documentation for teaching experience and other qualifications.

It should be noted that:

• The applicants will be notified regarding the composition of the assessment committee.
• The assessment committee may require supplementary documentation, which the applicant must then provide.
• The assessment committee may base the assessment on any publication on the publication list. While the committee's assessment cannot be based on letters of recommendation, which are not regarded as scientific material, these can be considered in the Dean's final appointment decision.
• Applicants may be summoned for an interview and/or a trial lecture.
• When the assessment committee's report is submitted, each applicant will receive only that part of the report relating to him/herself. Information about other applicants is confidential, according to the rules, and may not be revealed to other applicants.

Inquiries about research plans, facilities, and staff should be directed to the Director, Professor Nils O. Andersen, The Niels Bohr Institute for Astronomy, Physics and Geophysics, Blegdamsvej 17, DK-2100 Copenhagen Ø, Denmark, E-mail: director@nbi.dk

The application must be marked 221-138/04 and formally addressed to the Rector of the University of Copenhagen.

Applicants will be considered for appointment without regard to race, sex, national origin, or religion.

The original application (with enclosures but without the selected papers) must be sent to the Faculty of Science, Øster Voldgade 3, DK-1350 Copenhagen K. 3 copies of the complete application must be sent to The Niels Bohr Institute for Astronomy, Physics, and Geophysics, Blegdamsvej 17, DK-2100 Copenhagen Ø, Denmark.

The deadline for application is March 16, 2004 at 12.00 a.m.. Material received after this time will not be considered. Application via e-mail will not be accepted.