Directorship at Perimeter Institute

Perimeter Institute is currently seeking a dynamic, ambitious and visionary leader to assume the position of Academic Program Director in spring 2014. This is a full time opportunity for an exceptional Theoretical Physicist and Educator, who has a passion for interactive, student-centered, discovery based learning, has senior administrative experience at the university level and thorough knowledge of the physics curriculum at the undergraduate, masters and PhD levels.

Applicants are invited to apply online at https://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/applications/283 to submit a cover letter detailing their suitability for the position along with a CV and the names and contact information of three work related references. The application deadline is October 31, 2013, however applications will be considered until the position has been filled.

Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics is a leading international research centre located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, whose goal is to catalyze breakthroughs in our understanding of the physical universe. In keeping with its three pronged mandate of research, training and outreach, Perimeter Institute provides outstanding research training opportunities to students at various stages in their education, from Undergraduate to Master’s and Doctoral levels. The Institute offers a dynamic environment and exceptional opportunities to the students accepted into its programs. Further information on Perimeter’s training programs can be found at the following link:https://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/training.

If you have any questions regarding the above, please contact our Director, People & Culture, Sheri Keffer at skeffer@perimeterinstitute.ca.