Applications are invited for the above positions which will primarily be of interest to theorists working in subatomic and strong interaction physics. Staff members leading the research efforts of the CSSM include Derek Leinweber, Lorenz von Smekal and Tony Williams. The current activities of the CSSM are primarily focused on nonperturbative QCD and include lattice gauge theory, chiral effective field theory, and nonperturbative methods in quantum field theory. This is complemented by studies of quark models and matter under extremes of density and temperature and phenomenological work using weak and electromagnetic probes to investigate strongly interacting systems.
First position: We specifically seek one candidate to join the research efforts of the CSSM Lattice Collaboration. Current research in this area is focused on revealing and understanding the nonperturbative properties of QCD via numerical simulations on a space-time lattice. Of particular interest is the role of vacuum structure in the observed properties of hadrons. We have established expertise in a broad range of forefront areas including: lattice action improvement, hadron form factors, quark and gluon propagator structure, baryon resonance phenomenology and exotic hadrons in general. We seek a candidate interested in extending these exciting areas of study. The CSSM has generous access to massively parallel supercomputers to support its research in lattice gauge theory.
Second position: This position may be in any area relevant to the Centre, but preference will be given to candidates having demonstrated knowledge and expertise in at least two of the following fields: chiral effective field theory, topology and confinement, Schwinger-Dyson equations, and lattice gauge theory as described above.
You should have:
Salary: AU$56,184 - AU$60,310 pa
These fixed-term positions are available from 1 September, 2006 (but an earlier starting date may be possible). Appointments are normally for a period of two years, but an extension for a third year may be negotiated in certain circumstances.
Further details about the duties of the position, including selection criteria, may be obtained from either:
Prof. Tony Williams (Director) or A/Prof. Derek Leinweber (Deputy Director) or Dr. Lorenz von Smekal CSSM telephone +61 8 83033546 email: Anthony.Williams@adelaide.edu.au; dleinweb@physics.adelaide.edu.au; Lorenz.Smekal@adelaide.edu.au.
Further information on the CSSM is available at the CSSM website CSSM researchers have access to the extensive supercomputer facilities managed by the South Australian Partnership for Advanced Computing (SAPAC) and by the Australian Partnership for Advanced Computing (APAC).
Applications, addressing the selection criteria, including curriculum vitae, list of publications, statement of research interests and including the names, addresses and/or email details of three referees, should be forwarded to
Search Committee CSSM University of Adelaide, SA 5005 Australia e-mail: cssm@adelaide.edu.au*** Electronic applications are welcome ***
The review of applications will begin on the 15th of January 2006. Applications will continue to be received until the position is filled.