Stephen W. Hawking Professorship of Cosmology

The Advisory Committee to the Stephen W. Hawking Professorship of Cosmology invite applications for this Professorship from persons whose work falls within the broad field of cosmology which includes the analysis as to the origins of matter and of the universe, theoretical cosmology and gravitation, and all other fields of academic scholarship as may from time to time be generally considered cosmology and theoretical physics, to take up appointment on 1 October 2021 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Candidates will have an outstanding research record of great international stature. They will have the vision, leadership, experience and enthusiasm to build on current strengths in maintaining and developing a leading research presence. They will hold a PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification.

Standard professorial duties include teaching and research, examining, supervision and administration. The Professor will be based in Cambridge. A competitive salary will be offered.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit:

https://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/28800/

Further information is available at: http://www.hr.admin.cam.ac.uk/professorships or contact the Human Resources, University Offices, The Old Schools, Cambridge, CB2 1TT, (email: [email protected]).

Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Colm-cille P. Caulfield, Head of DAMTP, and Convenor of the Advisory Committee: [email protected]

Application Deadline: 12 April 2021