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REU Undergraduate Intern

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Title: REU Undergraduate Intern
Description: Undergraduate students work with faculty mentors on an individual research project focused on some aspect of the computational properties of complex systems. Each student works with one or more faculty mentors on a specific, mutually selected project. The project may be based on a suggestion from the SFI mentor, an idea from the student intern, or a combination of the two. Possible focus areas include adaptive computation; computational aspects of complexity; energy and information in biological computation; scaling laws in complex phenomena; network structure and dynamics; robustness and innovation in biological and social systems; and the dynamics of human social interactions including state and market formation, economics as a complex system, and the evolution of language. Program application deadline is February 7, 2010. Required Experience: Participants must be enrolled in a degree program (part-time or full-time) leading to a bachelor‘s degree.
This Job Requires the Follow Skills: Mathematical or computational skills or experience are favorably considered.
Education Required: Undergraduate Student
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time Temporary
Position reports to: Faculty Mentor; Program Director

Contact info:

GInger Richardson (Add to Contacts)
http://www.santafe.edu/reu

Santa Fe Institute

1399 Hyde Park Rd.

Santa Fe, NM 87501
USA

Assistant Professor-Physics

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Assistant Professor-Physics Description: Title: Assistant Professor - Physics Job Opening ID: 2329 Job Family: Faculty Closing Date: April 5, 2010 Location: Queensborough CC Full/Part Time: F Regular/Temporary: R GENERAL DUTIES: Performs teaching, research, and guidance duties in area(s) of expertise as noted below. Shares responsibility for committee and department assignments, performing administrative, supervisory, and other functions as may be assigned. CONTRACT TITLE: Assistant Professor FLSA: Exempt CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION Queensborough Community College offers a unique opportunity for research involving undergraduates in a community college setting and is the first NSF sponsored REU physics site at a community college. Among the active areas of research are astronomy, biophysics, imaging and physics education. The Physics Department sponsors the A.A.S. degree in Laser...

National Astrophysics and Space Science Programme

Sat, 06 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: National Astrophysics and Space Science Programme Description: South Africa has a long history of excellence in astronomy, a sound high-tech infrastructure and clear skies. Researchers from around the region have joined forces to create a cooperative, combined graduate programme, hosted at the University of Cape Town where South African students and students from around Africa and the rest of the World can study under the guidance of some of South Africa's leading scientists. Three degree programmes are on offer: Honours in Astrophysics and Space Science Masters in Astrophysics and Space Science PhD in Astrophysics and Space Science Lectures will be given by staff in the NASSP consortium and will cover most areas of modern Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology. In addition to lecture courses, students will be expected to take a substantial practical component which will involve several field trips to some of southern Africa's space science research facilities. These include...

Assistant Professor

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Assistant Professor Description: Faculty Position in “Experimental X-ray Condensed Matter” Stanford University and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory The Departments of Applied Physics of Stanford University and Photon Science of SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory invite applications in the general area of experimental condensed matter physics – with emphasis on photon-based scattering and spectroscopy. The tenure-track appointment will be made at the junior level (Assistant Professor). Applicants should hold an earned doctorate in a core science or engineering discipline and should have outstanding potential for establishing an independent research program. The individual should have broad knowledge about the physics of materials and demonstrated capability to develop sophisticated x-ray and related tools for condensed matter physics research. We expect the candidate’s research program to be based in significant part in utilizing premier...

Coordinator of Science Education Programs

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Coordinator of Science Education Programs Description: THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT BERKELEY SPACE SCIENCES LABORATORY COORDINATOR OF SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS. The Space Sciences Laboratory at UC Berkeley seeks applicant to serve as Coordinator of Science Education Programs. The incumbent will join the Center for Science Education @ Space Sciences Laboratory (CSE@SSL) team composed of space scientists, educators, and multi-media designers. The successful applicant will coordinate the development of products and programs for teachers and students, museums and science centers, community groups, amateur astronomers, and other general public audiences. Through such work, the incumbent will support existing projects funded by NASA and NSF that have the goals of improving the effectiveness of science education and increasing the scientific literacy of educators and the general public, particularly underserved and diverse communities. The position is 1 year with the possibility...

REU summer internship

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: REU summer internship Description: Are you an undergraduate majoring in physics or a related field? Spend your summer at Case Western Reserve University on a cutting-edge research project mentored by a notable faculty researcher, and take part also in professional, cultural and social activities with other undergraduate researchers. The ten week program, sponsored by the National Science Foundation, runs from May 24 through July 30. The Cleveland, Ohio location offers an urban environment with outstanding cultural resources. The deadline for application is March 20, 2010. Additional information and the application materials can be found at www.phys.cwru.edu/reu. Our summer 2009 REU interns on Presentation Day Required Experience: Participants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, undergraduates in good academic standing and majoring in physics or a related field. Underrepresented minorities and students from institutions with limited research opportunities are...

Committee Member- Committee on Reactor Safeguards

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Committee Member- Committee on Reactor Safeguards Description: The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is seeking qualified candidates for appointment to its Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards (ACRS). The ACRS is an advisory group, mandated by the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, which provides independent technical review of/advice on matters related to the safety of existing/proposed nuclear facilities, and on the adequacy of proposed reactor safety standards. The ACRS’ primary focus is on safety issues associated with the operation of 104 commercial nuclear power plants in the United States. For complete details about this appointment, please visit: http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2010/pdf/2010-494.pdf. Interested individuals should submit their resume describing their educational/professional background, including any special accomplishments, publications, and professional references. Résumés will be accepted until April 13, 2010 and should be sent to:...

Committee Member--Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Committee Member--Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards Description: The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is seeking qualified candidates for appointment to its Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards (ACRS). The ACRS is an advisory group, mandated by the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, which provides independent technical review of/advice on matters related to the safety of existing/proposed nuclear facilities, and on the adequacy of proposed reactor safety standards. The ACRS’ primary focus is on safety issues associated with the operation of 104 commercial nuclear power plants in the United States. For complete details about this appointment, please visit: http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2010/pdf/2010-494.pdf. Interested individuals should submit their resume describing their educational/professional background, including any special accomplishments, publications, and professional references. Résumés will be accepted until April 13, 2010 and should be...

Cornell Accelerator Science REU 2010 Program

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Cornell Accelerator Science REU 2010 Program Description: We seek talented undergraduate science major interested in attending our summer 2010 Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program at the Cornell Laboratory for Accelerator-based Sciences and Education (CLASSE), which encompasses the Laboratory for Elementary-Particle Physics (LEPP), the High-Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS), and the Energy Recovery Linac (ERL) project. Under this program, approximately ten science and engineering students from around the country will be invited to participate in research at the Laboratory. In addition there are several other REU programs on campus with whom we share housing and entertainment programs. The ten-week program will start Monday June 7, 2010 and end Friday August 13, 2010. In addition to participation in research, the program will include informal seminars, formal lectures, tours of research facilities, social and recreational events, and a forum at summer's end in...

REU Participant

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: REU Participant Description: The Princeton Institute for the Science and Technology of Materials (PRISM) and the Princeton Center for Complex Materials (PCCM) are sponsoring research opportunities for undergraduates in disciplines related to Materials Science summer of 2010. Potential projects span a broad range of topics under the guidance of faculty from the departments of Physics, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, and Civil and Environmental Engineering. The research topics are chosen each year to complement the research of faculty associated with the Princeton Center for Complex Materials. Mrs. Wandee Brennan (Ventura College) worked on Coatings for delayed-release in basic solution Ms. Katherine Carrasquillo (University of Puerto Rico - Humacao) worked on Modifying Chalcogenide Using Gold Nanoparticles Ms. Danielle Haynes (Clark Atlanta...

REU program in physics

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: REU program in physics Description: Normal 0 0 1 154 879 7 1 1079 11.773 0 0 0 Normal 0 0 1 154 879 7 1 1079 11.773 0 0 0 Normal 0 0 1 154 879 7 1 1079 11.773 0 0 0 The Department of Physics at Boston College invites applications from students majoring in physics or a related area to our summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program. The program is sponsored by the National Science Foundation and will run June 9 – August 13. This summer, we will host eight visiting students together with two of our own physics majors who will serve as peer-hosts. The theme of our program is physics of complex materials. Participants will work closely with faculty and lab personnel on projects in one of the departmental active research areas such as superconductors, nano-materials, and biophysics. For more information, eligibility...

Tenure Track Assistant Professor

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Tenure Track Assistant Professor Description: The Department of Astronomy at Boston University invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in planetary, solar, or space physics. The successful candidate will be expected to lead a robust research program and to participate fully in the department’s undergraduate and graduate teaching missions. We especially encourage applications from scientists whose research focuses on planetary atmospheres, exoplanets, heliophysics, and space plasma physics. Details about the department may be found at www.bu.edu/astronomy. Applicants should send a curriculum vita, a brief (3 pages or fewer) summary of research and teaching plans, and the names of three potential professional referees to Prof. James Jackson, Chair, Boston University Astronomy Dept., 725 Commonwealth Ave., Boston, MA 02215. Applications are encouraged to be submitted as soon as possible, but will be accepted until March 31, 2010. Questions can...

Undergraduate Researcher

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Undergraduate Researcher
Description:

REU Program in Interdisciplinary Scientific Computation at Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, Ohio.

Ten week research experience with computational projects in astronomy, computer science, mathematics, and physics.

Project descriptions and on-line application at http://reu.owu.edu

Required Experience:

No previous research experience required.

One to two years of college coursework with an emphasis in physics, math, and/or computer science.

Education Required: Undergraduate Student
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time Temporary

Contact info:

Brad Trees (Add to Contacts)
http://reu.owu.edu

Ohio Wesleyan University

Dept of Physics and Astronomy

Delaware, OH 43015
US

Research Experience for Undergraduates

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Research Experience for Undergraduates Description: REU Experience at a National Laboratory The Synchrotron Radiation Center, a national lightsource facility funded by the National Science Foundation, uses an electron storage ring to provide synchrotron light as a tool for doing scientific research. Participants in the program will work directly with researchers on a hands-on project chosen from a variety of science fields. Examples of previous projects include ultrananocrystalline diamond, studies of the physics of Free Electron Lasers, exotic low dimensional materials, studies of molecules found in the interstellar medium, biological disease research, atomic photo-ionization, and environmental problems such as the effects of global warming on algae. Mentors, graduate students, SRC staff, and other scientists will serve as a resource to students as they complete their research projects. Required Experience: No research experience required. This Job Requires the Follow...

REU Student

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: REU Student Description: REU: THE SUMMER INSTITUTE FOR NANO AND BIOMATERIALS RESEARCH The Materials Science and Engineering Department at Carnegie Mellon University hosts a 10 week summer research program to expose undergraduates to cutting edge materials research. The student research projects are highly interdisciplinary, allowing the REU students to interact with faculty, graduate and undergraduate students from a wide variety of disciplines. The program provides students with the opportunity to gain valuable research experience by participating in research projects with engineering faculty and graduate students. Throughout the program, students will learn about ethical research techniques and be exposed to exciting materials research areas such as carbon nanotube bio-toxicity and photocatalytic materials for energy applications. Students will also have the opportunity to interact with other participants through other activities such as career development workshops and...

Particle-Cosmology Theory Position

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Particle-Cosmology Theory Position Description: The Department of Physics at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level with a start date of September 2010. We are searching for an outstanding researcher in High Energy Theory who will contribute both to the existing High Energy Theory effort and to the Astrophysics effort. Exceptional candidates from other areas of physics may also be considered. The successful candidate is expected to establish an excellent research program, to acquire external funding to support it, and to develop into a high quality teacher at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Startup funds will be available. Applicants must have a PhD and should have post-doctoral research experience and a record of substantialresearch accomplishments. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by February 15, 2010 are...

Particle-Cosmology Theory Position

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Particle-Cosmology Theory Position Description: The Department of Physics at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level with a start date of September 2010. We are searching for an outstanding researcher in High Energy Theory who will contribute both to the existing High Energy Theory effort and to the Astrophysics effort. Exceptional candidates from other areas of physics may also be considered. The successful candidate is expected to establish an excellent research program, to acquire external funding to support it, and to develop into a high quality teacher at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Startup funds will be available. Applicants must have a PhD and should have post-doctoral research experience and a record of substantial research accomplishments. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by February 15, 2010 are...

Research Scientist

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Research Scientist Description: WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY CYBER DEFENSE LABORATORY RESEARCH SCIENTIST Western Kentucky University, Cyber Defense Laboratory, is seeking applicants for a Research Scientist. This position is responsible for developing an active and sustainable research program within the investigative domain of the Cyber Defense Laboratory’s field of development. Such support can include funding from government, military, federal or other funding agencies that support the development of cyber defense initiatives. This position coordinates efforts in research and development with the Cyber Defense Laboratory’s Research and Development Manager, and reports to the Director and Assistant Director of the lab. Responsibilities: The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted, and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs. Grant writing and...