The University of Arizona Theoretical Astrophysics Program
invites applications for its Prize Postdoctoral Fellowship.

Awarded to a single individual for a period of three years, the postdoctoral fellowship recognizes outstanding potential in original scientific research in theoretical astrophysics, planetary science, or space science.

The Theoretical Astrophysics Program includes over 20 faculty members from the departments of Astronomy, Physics, and Planetary Sciences. The Fellow is expected to interact significantly with faculty in more than one of these departments and will also have the opportunity to tie into a broad range of ground and space-based projects underway at the University of Arizona. The fellowship carries an annual stipend of $50,000 plus $5,000 for research expenditures.

Applicants must apply electronically at http://hr.arizona.edu/ through Job 38886. All optional fields in this form can be left blank. Applicants must then send the following application materials directly to Carmen Ortiz Henley: a cover letter stating they wish to be considered for job 38886, a curriculum vitae (with country of citizenship indicated), a bibliography of publications, and a description of the anticipated research program.

If submitting electronically, all the above should be in a single PDF file.

The applicant must also arrange for at least three letters of recommendation to be sent. Applications and letters of recommendation must arrive before December 1, 2007 for full consideration. Materials can be sent to Carmen Ortiz Henley at chenley@as.arizona.edu or at

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Arizona recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA - M/W/D/V Employer.