English speaking vacancies in Holland: VACANCY in Holland: Job Leiden University - Lecturer in International Studies / European Union Studies

Wednesday, 14 May 2014

VACANCY in Holland: Job Leiden University - Lecturer in International Studies / European Union Studies

Job description

The MA International Relations at the Faculty of the Humanities offers two specializations or programs: International Studies and European Union Studies. International Studies is primarily concerned with the interrelationship between global, regional and national ideas and policies, across time and space. The programme focuses on multiple levels of analysis, bridging the gap between relations among states (international relations) and developments within states (comparative politics). European Union Studies focuses on the processes of European integration from an interdisciplinary angle (History, Law, Economics, and Politics), by a mix of specialist, academic researchers and experts with direct experience in policy-formulation and policy-making.

The candidate will be expected to teach in both programmes. We especially invite International Relations specialists or historians of contemporary international relations with a clear interest in / experience with the external policies of the European Union, to apply. The MA International Relations at the Faculty of the Humanities is a new programme, and offers ample opportunity to the candidate to give substance to his/her own teaching.

The lecturer will hold a position in the Institute for History.

Duties

Original research and regular dissemination of the results through appropriate channels;
Teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, in lecture and seminar formats, and supervision of BA and MA theses in the European Union Studies and International Studies programs, and in other programs and courses as required;
Co-supervision of PhD research;
Acquisition of project funding (NWO, ERC, etc);
Administrative duties, commensurate with career stage;
Representation of the field to external audiences and media.

Requirements

A PhD degree in International Relations, European Union Studies, History or any other relevant field, and a publication record that is commensurate with career stage;
Demonstrable commitment to high-quality teaching practice, and wide teaching scope in terms of content;
An excellent command of English;
If the successful applicant is not Dutch-speaking, s/he is expected to acquire a good command of Dutch within two years from taking up duty, through tuition at the University’s Academic Language Center (funded by the employer);
Upon appointment, depending on experience and formal qualifications to date, the lecturer may be required to enter a nationally standardized tertiary teaching skills certification trajectory (BKO or Basis Kwalificatie Onderwijs), successful completion of which is a condition for extensions and tenure.

Conditions of employment

The appointment is for 1.0 fte (38 hours per week) in temporary employment for two years, with the possibility of extension / tenure. The rank of lecturer (Universitair Docent) corresponds roughly to that of assistant professor in North-American terms. The salary is in accordance with the collective
salary agreement of the Association of Dutch universities (CAO) and depending on qualifications and experience, the gross monthly salary is € 3.259 (scale 11) to € 5.070 (scale 12) for a full working week. Leiden University also offers an annual holiday premium of 8% and an end-of-year premium of 8.3%.

Depending on qualifications, the appointee may start at the appropriate step in scale 10 until s/he fully meets the requirements for scale 11/12 as specified by the Faculty of Humanities, particularly with regard to teaching skills certification and the number of years of relevant work experience. Candidates from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a substantial tax break.

Organisation

Leiden University

Leiden is a typical university city, hosting the oldest university in the Netherlands (1575). The University permeates the local surroundings; University premises are scattered throughout the city, and the students who live and study in Leiden give the city its relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere.
Leiden University is one of Europe's foremost research universities. This prominent position gives our graduates a leading edge in applying for academic posts and for functions outside academia.

Additional information

Further information regarding this position can be obtained from the chair of the programme Prof André W.M. Gerrits (a.w.m.gerrits@hum.leidenuniv.nl).

Found here: https://www.academictransfer.com/employer/LEI/vacancy/23024/lang/en/

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