The Quantum Pontiff

David Kribbs sends along info about a quantum information position at the University of Guelph:

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Guelph invites applications for a full-time tenure track position to start 1 July 2009 or thereafter, at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to become a member of the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research program in Quantum Information Processing. Guelph is centrally located in southern Ontario, and the candidate will have the opportunity to participate in activities at the nearby Institute for Quantum Computing and Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics in Waterloo, and the Fields Institute for Mathematical Sciences in Toronto. Minimum qualifications are a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline, outstanding promise in research, and evidence of strong teaching potential. The successful candidate will be expected to actively participate in our graduate programs emphasizing applied mathematics and statistics. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A review of applications will begin April 3, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should submit curriculum vitae, research statement and teaching statement and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to

Professor David W. Kribs
QIS Appointments Committee
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario N1G 2W1.
Fax (519)837-0221.
E-mail: qispos [[[(at)]]] uoguelph.ca

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Guelph is committed to an employment equity program that includes special measures to achieve diversity among its faculty and staff. We therefore particularly encourage applications from qualified aboriginal Canadians, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and women. The position is subject to final budgetary confirmation.