An independent international research organization affiliated with the International Society of Wave Physics (ISOWP), dedicated to frontier research in acoustic, electromagnetic, quantum, and gravitational wave physics.
Mission: To promote academic exchange and academic research in wave physics across all scales, from microscopic quantum fluctuations to macroscopic cosmic gravitational waves, in close collaboration with ISOWP and the flagship journal Wave Physics X.
At the international frontier, gathering global wisdom.
The International Center for Modern Wave Physics (ICMWP) is an independent international research organization affiliated with the International Society of Wave Physics (ISOWP). The Center maintains partnership relationships with multiple top global research institutions, conducting collaborative research projects, academic conferences, and personnel exchanges, while always preserving its independent organizational identity and decision-making autonomy.
The Center conducts full-spectrum wave physics research from microscopic quantum fluctuations to macroscopic cosmic gravitational waves, covering acoustics, elastic waves, electromagnetic waves, quantum waves, and gravitational waves, dedicated to exploring the fundamental laws of wave phenomena and driving innovation in basic physics and interdisciplinary sciences.
Upholding the development philosophy of "Openness, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence," the Center actively participates in international big science programs (LIGO, Virgo, LISA, Taiji, etc.) and has achieved a series of internationally influential original results in gravitational wave detection, plasma physics, space weather forecasting, nonlinear wave theory, and ultrasonic engineering.
ICMWP is proudly affiliated with ISOWP (International Society of Wave Physics). Together, we jointly advance the discipline of wave physics through academic exchange, collaborative research, and the publication of our flagship journal Wave Physics X.
Focusing on core issues in wave physics and pioneering new interdisciplinary frontiers
Linear/nonlinear acoustics, structural acoustics, underwater acoustics, ultrasonics, acoustic/elastic metamaterials and phononic crystals, surface acoustic waves, Lamb waves, Rayleigh waves, stress waves, structural vibration and waveguides.
Classical electromagnetic theory, terahertz waves, microwaves and millimeter waves, optics and photonics, electromagnetic metamaterials, plasmonic waves, guided and radiated waves, propagation and scattering, antenna theory.
Quantum wave mechanics, matter waves, wave-particle duality, quantum interference and diffraction, quantum acoustic and electromagnetic waves, wave-function-based state engineering, quantum wave modulation and control.
Gravitational wave theory and numerical relativity, detection technologies and observational data analysis, propagation in curved spacetimes, black hole astrophysics, strong-field gravity tests, multi-messenger astronomy.
Theoretical and numerical methods for wave propagation in nonlinear media, soliton dynamics, turbulence cascades, wave-particle interactions, fluid wave dynamics, nonlinear wave chaos, and transient wave dynamics.
Topological wave physics, paraxial and non-paraxial propagation, artificial structured wave systems, multi-physics coupled wave effects, acoustic/electromagnetic/gravitational multi-wave coupling.
Building an integrated innovation system of basic research, technology translation, and talent cultivation
Undertaking international major scientific research projects, conducting frontier basic theoretical research in wave physics, publishing high-level academic papers, organizing international conferences and seminars.
Participating in the development, operation, and data analysis of big science facilities including gravitational wave detectors, space plasma monitoring, and large-scale ultrasonic inspection platforms.
Promoting the engineering application of wave detection, precision measurement, space weather warning, non-destructive testing, medical ultrasound, and other technologies.
Cultivating master's and doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers, offering international courses and summer schools, building a talent hub for wave physics.
Maintaining close ties with top global research institutions, conducting joint research, personnel exchanges, and data sharing with the International Society of Wave Physics.
Organizing popular science lectures, open days, and online outreach to disseminate wave physics knowledge to the public and enhance scientific literacy.
The Society's flagship international journal, to be published with Gold Open Access. The "X" represents interdisciplinary integration and exploration of uncharted territories, making it the world's first comprehensive forum that systematically unifies acoustic, electromagnetic, quantum, gravitational, and engineered wave systems.
ICMWP is affiliated with the International Society of Wave Physics (ISOWP), working together to jointly advance the discipline of wave physics through academic exchange and collaborative research.
Gold Open Access · Affiliated with ISOWP
International open recruitment for senior leadership appointment
| Position Title | Director, ICMWP |
|---|---|
| Institute | International Center for Modern Wave Physics (ICMWP) |
| Affiliation | Affiliated with ISOWP (International Society of Wave Physics) |
| Employment Type | Full-time, Senior Leadership Appointment |
| Reports to | ICMWP Board of Holders / Governing Board |
| Direct Reports | Deputy Directors, Department Heads, Center Administrators |
The International Center for Modern Wave Physics (ICMWP) is a world-leading research institute dedicated to the theoretical, computational, and experimental study of wave phenomena across disciplinary boundaries. The Center integrates fundamental physics, advanced mathematics, and emerging engineering to address frontier questions in wave physics, general relativity, quantum acoustics, geometric mechanics, electromagnetic waves, and their intersections.
As an independent research organization affiliated with ISOWP, ICMWP works hand-in-hand with the Society to promote academic exchange and academic research, jointly advancing the discipline of wave physics and publishing the flagship journal Wave Physics X.
The Director will provide visionary scientific and administrative leadership to position ICMWP at the global forefront of cross-disciplinary wave science.
To lead ICMWP as its chief scientific officer and executive head, responsible for:
| Academic Credentials | Ph.D. (Doctorate) in Wave Physics, Theoretical Acoustics, Electromagnetism, or an equivalent foundational discipline. |
|---|---|
| Professorial Standing | Current appointment (or equivalent) as Full Professor at a recognized world-class university or premier national research laboratory. |
| Professional Experience | More than 25 years of active professional work experience in research, academia, or related scientific leadership roles following the award of the doctoral degree. |
| Editor-in-Chief Experience | More than 10 years of cumulative experience serving as Editor-in-Chief (or equivalent top editorial leadership role) of a recognized peer-reviewed scientific journal. |
| Research Eminence | Internationally recognized as a world-class scientist with sustained, high-impact contributions to wave physics. |
| Domain Expertise | Deep expertise in General Relativity (GR) and Quantum Acoustics, plus demonstrated work at the intersection of general relativity acoustics, geometric mechanics, electromagnetic waves, and cross-disciplinary wave sciences. |
| Leadership Experience | Proven track record as a director, department head, center lead, or equivalent senior administrator in a major research organization. |
| Funding Record | Demonstrated success in securing large-scale competitive research grants and managing multi-year, multi-investigator budgets. |
| Interdisciplinary Fluency | Documented ability to lead or substantially contribute to cross-disciplinary research bridging physics, mathematics, and engineering. |
| Communication | Exceptional skills in scientific writing, public presentation, and stakeholder engagement; fluency in English (mandatory). |
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ICMWP reserves the right to appoint the Director internally or through alternative selection processes at its sole discretion. The issuance of this vacancy description does not constitute a commitment to external recruitment, and ICMWP may identify and appoint a candidate from within its existing academic or affiliate network without conducting a full external search.
We look forward to academic exchange, collaborative research, and joint talent development
The International Center for Modern Wave Physics
WA 6000, Australia
General: info@isowp.org
Collaboration: icmwp@isowp.org
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Official: www.icmwp.org
Society: ISOWP
Journal: Wave Physics X