Faculty position in PUC, Santiago de Chile

Applications are invited for a tenure track position at the Faculty of Chemistry at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. This is a joined position with the Faculty of Physics in the area of nanoscience and nanotechnology for energy conversion. The candidate must have a PhD in chemistry or physics or closely related area. Postdoctoral studies in energy conversion topics are desirable. The candidate must be able to demonstrate experience in interdisciplinary research through publications, projects and national and / or international collaboration. The candidate must be proactive, possess leadership skills and be willing to work in interdisciplinary team. Oral and written communication skills are necessary. The selected candidate must be willing to teach in Spanish at an undergraduate level, as well as in disciplinary courses at a graduate level.

Applicants should send their CV, including copy of relevant publications and copy of the PhD certificate. A cover letter with a brief history of their scientific career. An academic proposal of maximum two pages should also be included. Additionally, applicants should arrange for two confidential letters of recommendation to be sent trought the website «http://www3.uc.cl/seleccionacademicos/php/index.php«, where the postulation documents should also be submitted.

Applications will be received until November 9, and the decision will be announced no later than December 10, 2014.