In case any CER folks might fit the bill.

--John


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Subject: 	Looking for a postdoc
Date: 	Thu, 21 Jul 2011 09:46:56 -0400
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We are looking for a new postdoc in PER / BER at the UMd PERG/BERG group 
to work on a project called: "Creating a Common Thermodynamics."  The 
idea is that students in biology and pre-med learn thermo in physics, 
bio, and chemistry, but they look different in each venue as a result of 
different (often tacit) assumptions.  The project is a collaborative 
effort between the group at Maryland and researchers at the University 
of Colorado, the University of New Hampshire, and Swarthmore College.

The ideal candidate will have:
         -- a PhD in PER with experience in assessment and curriculum design
         -- studied biology, chemistry, and statistical mechanics
         -- an interest in interdisciplinary curriculum reform
         -- a good understanding  of thermodynamics
         -- have "take charge" management and organizational skills.

Since the people having all these characteristics is an empty set, a 
good candidate should have at least a few of them.

The position will pay $45,000 for the first year and be renewable for a 
possible second and third year given a mutually satisfactory experience 
and the continued availability of federal funds. The position includes 
subsidized health benefits. More information about these benefits can be 
found at <http://uhr.umd.edu/benefits>.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter that includes a 
statement of long-term goals, a resume, and the names of three references.

We would like someone to start as soon as possible.  Applications will 
continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Information about the PERG/BERG research groups at Maryland can be found 
at <http://www.physics.umd.edu/perg/>.

Please fell free to forward this announcement to other lists and 
individuals.

For more information, contact

Edward F. (Joe)  Redish
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Department of Physics, U. of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742-4111
Voice: 301-405-6120; Fax: 301-314-9531
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