Tuesday, 26 May 2015

VACANCY / vacature: University Lecturer Modern English Literature and Culture (1.0 fte) (Groningen, The Netherlands)

The department of European Languages and Cultures of the Faculty of Arts of the University of Groningen is seeking a University Lecturer in Modern English Literature and Culture from a European comparative perspective. The university lecturer focuses particularly on English culture and literature within a historical, social scientific and societal framework. We are looking for an enthusiastic and versatile colleague who is able to contribute to our teaching and research programme in the field of modern English literature and culture based on his/her expertise and skills. In addition, he/she can contribute to teaching in English language proficiency and is open to working across disciplines within the Faculty of Arts and beyond.

The candidate should be capable of attracting students to the European Languages and Cultures programme through an open personality and inspiring teaching methods.

His/her research will form part of the Groningen Research Institute for the Study of Culture (ICOG).

Specific tasks:
- teaching courses in the field of European literature and culture within the bachelor’s degree programme in European Languages and Cultures and in the master’s degree programme European Literature
- teaching courses in the field of English language proficiency
- teaching courses within the minor programme Europe: Culture and Literature
- conducting research at an international recognized level in the above-mentioned field
- external grant acquisition
- supervising bachelor's and master's theses in the above-mentioned field
- performing administrative and organizational duties.

Functie-eisen

In addition to a number of basic requirements set by the University of Groningen, such as excellent social and communication skills, presentation skills, coaching skills and a results oriented attitude, we are looking for a candidate who has a PhD in the field of modern English literature and culture and an excellent proficiency in English.

In the area of teaching:
- has at least three years of teaching experience in the field of modern English literature and culture at various levels, preferably in a European comparative perspective
- has teaching experience in the field of English language proficiency at all levels (CEFR)
- has obtained the University Teaching Qualification (BKO) or is prepared to do so within one year
- is an excellent teacher, as demonstrated by positive teaching evaluations
- is able to make concrete contributions to the development of course units, actively linking teaching and research.

In the area of research:
- is the author of at least two publications every year, preferably in international, peer-reviewed journals
- is able to set up his or her own research line, dovetailing with the profile of the research institute
- has international experience and an international network
- is willing to contribute to the supervision of PhD projects.

In the area of management and organization:
- has a good command of Dutch or is willing to learn the language within two years
- is able to make a constructive contribution to interdisciplinary collaboration and a friendly atmosphere within the department
- has demonstrable administrative and organization skills.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

The University of Groningen is offering a salary based on qualifications and experience of between € 3,324 (scale 11 Dutch Universities) and € 5,171 (scale 12) gross per month for a fulltime position. The appointment will initially be for a period of two years, with the prospect of tenure. This will be determined based on an appraisal, after two years. The conditions of employment comply with the Collective Labour Agreement for the University of Groningen (CAO, Collective Labour Agreement Dutch Universities 2011-2013, available in English at www.vsnu.nl).

Date of entry into employment is 1 August 2015.

Job interviews will be held in the week of 29 June.

How to apply
You may apply for this position until 14 June 2015 / before 15 June Dutch local time by means of the application form (click on "Apply" below on the advertisement on the university website).

Your application letter should include your motivation, curriculum vitae and a list of publications, a list of courses you have taught, including evaluations, and the names and addresses of three references.

Unsolicited marketing is not appreciated.

Organisatie

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen (RuG)
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Afdeling

Faculteit der Letteren
The Faculty of Arts is a large, dynamic faculty in the heart of the city of Groningen. It has more than 5000 students and 700 staff members, who are working at the frontiers of knowledge every day. The Faculty offers a wide range of degree programmes: 15 Bachelor's programmes and over 40 Master's specializations. Our research, which is internationally widely acclaimed, covers the following fields: Archaeology, Cultural Studies, History, International Relations, Journalism, Language and Literary Studies, and Linguistics.

Additionele informatie

Dr A.M. Bollmann, Chair of the Appointment Advice Committee
+31 50 3635930,
a.m.bollmann@rug.nl 

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