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PSi Digest 36 (October 2008) Situations Vacant (Items 65 - 72) 65. Two Postdoctoral Vacancies on Arts Council Project, Victoria & Albert Museum, UK Apologies for cross postings, but I would like to draw attention to two new posts currently being advertised on the V&A website: http://www.peoplebank.com/pbank/owa/vam.vacancies Please pass on these details to any suitable candidates. Applications are invited for two Post-doctoral Research Associates to research and catalogue the new writing, regional and touring strands of the Arts Council of Great Britain archive held at the Victoria & Albert Museum collections centre at Kensington Olympia. The posts are funded by the AHRC for a three year period and offer an exciting opportunity to research a rich and under-explored area of post-war British theatre. The project team consists of Dr Kate Dorney (V&A Theatre Collections), Dr Graham Saunders and Professor John Bull (University of Reading). The first year of the post will be spent surveying and cataloguing the new writing, regional and touring strands of the Arts Council archive, enhancing the areas of the existing electronic catalogue and assessing the material within the archive in relation to Freedom of Information legislation (full training will be provided). In the second and third years, you will undertake and publish your own research on the areas defined by the project as well as conduct interviews with former Arts Council staff and panel members and assist in the planning of symposia and related public events. Informal enquiries should be directed to me (k.dorney@vam.ac.uk) and/or Graham Saunders (g.saunders@reading.ac.uk) Thanks, Dr Kate Dorney, Tel: 0207 471 9872 66. Postdoctoral Fellowships, European University Institute, Florence, Italy Max Weber Fellowships / Jean Monnet Fellowships Postdoctoral Fellowships at the European University Institute, Florence (Italy) The Max Weber Programme (http://www.eui.eu/MaxWeberProgramme/) is the largest postdoctoral programme for researchers in the social sciences, funded by the European Commission (DG Education). Max Weber Fellowships are for 1 or 2 years and are open to candidates who have received a doctorate in the social sciences (economics, law, political science, sociology, history and related fields) within the last five years. The Max Weber fellowships are designed for junior post-docs who would like to pursue an academic career, concentrate on their own research and enhance their academic practice in a multidisciplinary environment. Fellows are selected on the basis of their research accomplishments and potential, their academic career interests, and the availability of the EUI faculty to provide mentorship. Each year 40 - 45 postdoctoral fellows are part of the programme. For more information on how to apply please see: http://www.eui.eu/Servac/Postdoctoral/MaxWeberFellowships/ Jean Monnet Fellowships Through its Jean Monnet Fellowship Programme the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies offers yearly approximately 20 fellowships to post-docs in an early stage of their academic career. During their stay at the RSCAS, fellows work on a research topic that fits well in the overall research profile of the RSCAS (http://www.eui.eu/RSCAS/Research/) and participate in the academic life of the Centre and of the EUI. Each fellow is assigned a professorial mentor. Jean Monnet Fellowships are for 1 year and are open to candidates who have received a doctorate within the last 7 years. The main criteria during the selection procedure are the CV, the overall scientific quality of the proposal, and the fit of the proposal with the research programme of the Centre. For more information please see http://www.eui.eu/Servac/Postdoctoral/JeanMonnetFellowships/ 67. Fellowships, U of Texas-Austin, US The Institute for Historical Studies at the University of Texas at Austin announces its first year of programming in 2008-09 for the first year of its current two year theme of Global Borders. For a complete calendar of events this year, please visit: The Institute also seeks four residential fellows at all ranks for the 2009-10 Deadline for applications is January 15, 2009. Please contact Julie Hardwick, Associate Professor & Director of the Institute for Historical Studies, at historyinstitute@austin.utexas.edu, with any questions. The Institute for Historical Studies 68. Assistant Professor in English and Drama, U of Athabasca, Canada Centre for Integrated Studies and Centre for Language and Literature The Centre for Integrated Studies invites applications for a tenurable Assistant Professorship in interdisciplinary Postcolonial Theory and World Drama. The position will be equally distributed between the MA Program in Integrated Studes and the undergraduate Centre for Language and Literature. It will involve the development, coordination and delivery of graduate courses in interdisciplinary postcolonial and globalization theory, with an emphasis on literature and drama as political action. The committee would also welcome those with expertise in the critical study of digital media as an element of globalization and of political and creative experimentation. The candidate will coordinate and deliver undergraduate courses in the history of drama, including Shakespeare, Canadian drama, and postcolonial drama. He or she will also help in the development and coordination of a graduate concentration in interdisciplinary Literary Studies within the MA Program in Integrated Studies, involving the collaboratiion of the Centre for Language and Literature. Candidates will have the ability to work with adult students from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds. The incumbent will be efficient in electronic communications and familiar with learning management systems; have a strong interest in online learning and adult education; have experience teaching at the university level; and provide evidence of research accomplishment and potential. Experience in distance delivery will be a distinct asset. A demonstrated ability to work in a network environment as a team member is essential. Ability to work in a second language will be favorably regarded. The successful candidate must possess a PhD in a related field. All educational qualifications must be recognized in Canada. Click here to view the full job profile. This is a tenure track AUFA appointment, located in Alberta. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, supplemented by a generous benefits package. Further information about this position may be obtained from Dr. Mike Gismondi or Dr. Veronica Thompson at 780-675-6218 or 1-866-412-5042 or via e-mail: mikeg@athabascau.ca or thompson@athabascau.ca. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority. Applicants should forward a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three referees by November 1, 2008, quoting competition #A00330. Applications should be e-mailed to the Human Resources Advisor, Human Resources at resume@athabascau.ca. 69. Assistant Professor of Theatre Studies, U of British Columbia, Canada The Department of Theatre and Film at the University of British Columbia invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Theatre Studies. The Department seeks a scholar who can contribute broadly to the undergraduate and graduate programs in Theatre Studies. To complement the strengths of the Department, additional expertise in Asian, Aboriginal, or pre-19th century Theatre will be considered an asset. Applicants must have a PhD (or be near completion) in Theatre, Drama, Performance Studies or a cognate discipline, plus publications, conference presentations, and some university teaching experience. They are expected to demonstrate potential for high quality research and teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels. The successful candidate will teach introductory and senior undergraduate courses in theatre history and theory, and graduate courses in his or her specialization, supervise MA and PhD theses, and contribute to curricular development. She or he will be expected to maintain an active program of research, teaching, and service. The Department of Theatre and Film at UBC maintains an international reputation for excellence with 16 full-time faculty and numerous part-time faculty and guest artists, and is a significant centre for research, creation and production. Opportunities for multi-disciplinary collaboration are abundant with scholars and artists within the Department and across the campus. For more information on the Theatre Program in the Department of Theatre and Film, go to www.theatre.ubc.ca. The position is subject to budgetary approval. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The start date is 1 July 2009. Applicants must include an application letter, CV, a sample of their scholarly work, and evidence of teaching effectiveness, plus letters from three referees (under separate cover). Application materials must be received no later than 5 December 2008 and should be addressed to: Professor Jerry Wasserman, Chair The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply. However, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Applicants may elect to identify their citizenship and immigration status in Canada. 70. Assistant Professor in Theatre – History and Theory, U of Ottawa, Canada The Department of Theatre of the Faculty of Arts of the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to commence July 1, 2009. For more detail on our programs, please visit: http://www.uottawa.ca/academic/arts/theatre/eng/index.html. The University of Ottawa is located in the heart of the National Capital which is home to a wealth of artistic institutions and is ideally situated between Montreal and Toronto. The Department of Theatre is a rapidly growing department with an exciting MFA program in Directing and a new MA in Theatre, in the area of theory and dramaturgy, which will be inaugurated in September, 2008. At the undergraduate level the Department offers a Minor, a Major comprising two streams, and an Honours Specialist in Theatre. Each of these programs is available in French and in English. Qualifications: a PhD in Theatre; with specialization in Theatre History and additional expertise in English Canadian theatre; a proficient knowledge of theatre theory is an asset; scholarly publications are required; experience in University teaching at a variety of levels is expected. The University of Ottawa is justly proud of its 150-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language. At the time of tenure, professors are expected to have the ability to function in a bilingual setting. The successful candidate will be able to contribute to the MA program and teach undergraduate courses in the areas outlined above. Salary is in accordance with the Collective Agreement. The deadline for receipt of applications is December 1st , 2008. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Equity is a University of Ottawa policy; Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 71. Assistant/Associate Professor in African American gender topics, U of Missouri-Columbia, US The Women's and Gender Studies Department (WGST) at the University of Missouri-Columbia seeks a scholar whose primary research and teaching interests focus on African American and gender topics. This is a tenure track position beginning in August 2009. Requirements include an advanced A.B.D. or PhD, evidence of ability to conduct a program of research on African American gender issues, and commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Applicants should have research and teaching interests in one or more of the various intersections of race, ethnicity, region, culture, class, gender, age, sexuality, disabilities. The teaching load in the department is four courses per year. The department provides excellent research support, mentoring and offers an exciting The University of Missouri-Columbia is committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and curriculum. In relation to this, candidates who support those goals are encouraged to apply and to identify their relevant strengths and experiences, indicating these in the cover letter. We are interested in candidates who work in the intersections of African American Studies and Women's & Gender Studies. To apply, submit a cover letter that includes a statement of your research, future research program and teaching interests or experience, a curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and publication(s) or writing sample(s) to: Dr. Tola Olu Pearce, Chair of Search Committee, Women's and Gender Studies Department, 325 The review of applicants will begin on November 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Please direct questions to Dr Tola Pearce (pearcei@missouri.edu), Dr. Jacquelyn Litt (Littj@missouri.edu) Director of WGST, or Administrative Assistant The University of Missouri is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 72. Open Rank: Director and/or Performance Creator, Stanford U, US The Department of Drama at Stanford University is seeking applicants for a tenure-line faculty position as Director and/or Performance Creator. Areas of expertise include, but are not limited to: directing, performance making and/or devised theatre. M.F.A. (will be considered) or Ph.D. (preferred). Stanford Drama emphasizes the intersections of creative and critical thinking and is dedicated to balancing rigor and experimentation. In addition to innovative creative work, candidates must have a strong record of publishing and teaching. Applicants will be expected to teach courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Term of appointment would begin September 1, 2009. Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from, women and minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university's research and teaching missions. |
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