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).

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VACANCY: University Lecturer History of Politics and Society (1,0 fte) Groningen university

Location	Groningen
Function types	Professors, associate professors, assistant professors and lecturers, Research, Development, Innovation
Hours	38.0 hours per week
Salary	maximum € 5070
Education	University Graduate
Job number	214064E
Translations	en
About employer	University of Groningen
Short link	www.academictransfer.com/21950

Job description

The ETC degree programme is looking for an enthusiastic university lecturer (UD: universitair docent) in politics and society, who will contribute significantly to the bachelor's degree programme in European Languages.
Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the ETC degree programme, the UD must be able to place European politics and society into a wider cultural and social-scientific context. Although the lecturer will be appointed by the ETC department, due to the nature of the subject field close ties will be maintained with the degree programmes in History and International Relations and International Organization, which have an excellent reputation within the Netherlands and abroad in the fields of teaching and research.
The position will comprise a combination of teaching (60%) and research (40%) in the field of political history, focusing in particular on the above-mentioned areas. In addition to teaching within the ETC degree programme, the UD may also occasionally be asked to teach elsewhere in the Faculty, primarily in the bachelor's and master's degree programmes in History. Research by the UD will take place under the auspices of the Groningen Research Institute for the Study of Culture (ICOG) and its Centre for Historical Studies.

Specific tasks:
- providing teaching in the field of political culture in Europe, particularly European integration and disintegration, nation state and nationalism and the relationship between culture, politics and society within the bachelor's degree programme in European Languages and Cultures and occasionally in the bachelor's and master's degree programmes in History
- supervising Bachelor's and Master's theses in the aforementioned field
- making an active contribution to the evaluation and development of the degree programme and its individual course units
- conducting academic research in the field of European political history
- performing administrative and organisational duties.

Requirements

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 with a PhD in the field of modern political history, and who has an adequate command of Dutch or who is willing to learn Dutch within two years, and who also

in the area of teaching:
- has extensive experience with teaching university-level European political history
- has a sufficiently proficient command of English to be able to teach in English in the European Languages and Cultures degree programme
- has gained the Basic Teaching Qualification or is prepared to do so within a year
- is an excellent teacher, as demonstrated by positive teaching evaluations
- is demonstrably able to make concrete contributions to the development of course units, partly by actively linking teaching to research.

In the area of research:
- has a personal research line as demonstrated by publications in the area of expertise mentioned
- has international experience and an international network.

In the area of management and organisation:
- is able to make a constructive contribution to interdisciplinary collaboration and a friendly atmosphere within the department
- has demonstrable administrative and organization skills. 

 

 

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Vacancy: Lectureship in Modern Chinese History at Leiden University

Function types	Professors, associate professors, assistant professors and lecturers
Scientific fields	Language and Culture
Hours	38.0 hours per week
Education	Doctorate
Job number	13-377
Translations	en
About employer	Leiden University
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Job description

Faculty of Humanities, Leiden University Institute for Area Studies

 The Faculty of Humanities at Leiden University invites applications for a fulltime University Lectureship in modern Chinese history in its (East‑)Asian contexts, from late Qing to the present day. Specialization is open, but we are particularly interested in scholars whose areas of interest include religion, socio-economic history, or intellectual history. Appointment will be fixed-term from August 2014 through July 2016, with the possibility of extensions of up to four years, and of tenure thereafter. Leiden University aims to employ more women in areas where they are underrepresented. Women are therefore especially invited to apply.

Since its founding in 1575, Leiden University has built an internationally recognized record of excellence in teaching and research.  Leiden University is a founding member of the League of European Research Universities (LERU).  Currently, the University has about 17,000 students and 4,000 staff. The Faculty of Humanities consists of the Institutes for Area Studies, the Arts in Society, Creative & Performing Arts, History, Linguistics, Philosophy, and Religious Studies. It has about 4,500 students and 900 staff. Staff and students come from all over the world. The Faculty offers some 30 BA programs and 45 MA programs. Its Graduate School annually awards about 70 PhD degrees.

The Lecturer will hold a position in the Leiden University Institute for Area Studies (LIAS). LIAS is committed to the integration of disciplinary and regional-historical perspectives, on a solid foundation of excellent language skills, and comprises a School of Asian Studies and a School of Middle-Eastern Studies. S/he will teach in Chinese Studies, Asian Studies, International Studies, and other programs and courses as required, including courses on issues, theories, and methods in Area Studies, on undergraduate and graduate levels.

Current staff in Asian Studies have expertise in the fields of Anthropology, Archeology, Art & Visual Studies, Development Studies, Economics, Film Studies, History, International Relations, Language Pedagogy, Law, Linguistics, Literature, Material Culture Studies, Media Studies, Performance Studies, Philology, Philosophy, Political Studies, Religious Studies, and Sociology. The local research environment includes an excellent library, and is enhanced by the Leiden University Asian Modernities and Traditions key research area (AMT), the Modern East Asia Research Center (MEARC), the Kern Institute, the International Institute for Asian Studies (IIAS), the Royal Netherlands Institute for Southeast Asian and Caribbean Studies (KITLV), and the National Museum of Ethnography (MV).

University Lectureship in modern Chinese historyVacancy number 13-377

Duties & responsibilities

• Original research and regular dissemination of the results through appropriate channels;
• Teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, supervision of BA and MA theses, and contributions to curriculum development;
• Supervision of PhD research;
• Acquisition of project funding (NWO, ERC, etc);
• Active involvement in MEARC
• Administrative duties;
• Representation of the field to external audiences and media.

Requirements

• A PhD degree in a relevant field (candidates near completion of the degree will be considered).
• A research and publication record that is commensurate with career stage.
• Commitment to high-quality teaching practice, and wide teaching scope in terms of content.
• Disciplinary expertise in a relevant field, specialist knowledge of modern Chinese history in its (East‑)Asian contexts, and the ability to work from interdisciplinary and comparative perspectives.
• An excellent command of modern Chinese and of premodern Chinese. Proficiency in other (East-)Asian languages is an advantage.
• An excellent command of English. Most MA programs at Leiden University are taught in English, and English may be used in BA teaching as well.
• 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. LIAS will fund her/his Dutch training at the University’s Academic Language Center.
• 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 position of University Lecturer (Universitair Docent) is roughly equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in North-American terms. Salary range from gross € 3.259,- to € 4.462,- per month (pay scale 11), commensurate with qualifications, with additional holiday and end-of-year bonuses. Depending on qualifications, the appointee may start at the appropriate step in scale 10 until s/he fully meets the requirements for scale 11 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

Review of applications will commence by 20 January 2013 and continue until the position is filled or this call is closed. Campus interviews are tentatively planned for early March. Queries to Maghiel van Crevel (m.van.crevel@hum.leidenuniv.nl), with cc to Frank Pieke (f.n.pieke@hum.leidenuniv.nl). Applications should be in English, and be submitted to the Modern Chinese History Search Committee at vacatureslias@hum.leidenuniv.nl, with the items listed below included in this order in *one* PDF document named ‘FAMILY NAME – Given name – 13-377:

• A CV including education and employment history, publications, and courses taught
• A letter of motivation including a personal vision of Chinese Studies and Asian Studies
• A research agenda with clear potential for applications to funding bodies such as NWO and ERC (max 2 pages)
• A teaching statement (1 page)
• Two sample course descriptions
• Names, positions and email addresses of three referees (no reference letters).

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VACANCY 2 PhD Positions in History (1.0 fte)

Leiden University, Faculty of Humanities, Institute for History

The Institute for History is the home of a vibrant community of researchers and lecturers with outstanding track records and successful in attracting national and international research grants. Under the label ‘Global Questions, Local Sources’ scholars affiliated to the Institute combine a deep knowledge of global interactions and of specific localities, regions and states in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas. They use comparative, connective and entangled approaches and resort to qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.

All researchers of the Institute for History are connected to one of the five research specializations: The Unification of the Mediterranean World (400 BC - 400 AD), Collective Identities and Transnational Networks in Medieval and Early Modern Europe, 1000-1800, Political Culture and National Identities, European Expansion and Globalization, and Migration and Global Interdependence.
From April 1, 2014, the Leiden University Institute for History will be appointing two (1.0 fte) PhDs for a four-year period:
 2 PhD Positions in History (1.0 fte)Vacancy number: 13-325

Duties and responsibilities

• Writing a dissertation in Dutch or English within four years.
• Submitting  research results for publication to international peer-reviewed academic journals
• Presenting papers at conferences and workshops.
• Co-organizing conferences and workshops.
• Teaching undergraduate courses in the second and third year of appointment.
• Participating  in PhD training courses.

Requirements

• (Research) MA degree in History.
• Written and oral fluency in English.
• Demonstrable interest in the research program of the Institute for History; a PhD project should convincingly link up to (at least) one of the five research specializations.
• Willingness to work in an international academic community that aspires to the highest levels of scholarly excellence.
• A problem-focused approach to historical research, and demonstrable ability to apply theoretical and comparative frameworks.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of one of the five research specializations.

Conditions of employment

The two PhD positions are full-time (1.0 fte) and for a period of four years (or 0.8 fte for a period of five years). Initially all employees will receive a one year contract. An extension of three years is possible having received positive evaluations of capabilities and achievements.
Remuneration for a full-time working week will be € 2,083,- gross per calendar month in the first year, increasing to € 2,664- gross per calendar month in the fourth year. An appointment with Leiden University includes a pension build-up and facilitates other benefits such as an annual holiday premium of 8% and an end-of-year premium of 8.3%.

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

For more information, please contact Dr. P.J.J. Meel, Director of Research of the
Institute for History: P.J.J.Meel@hum.leidenuniv.nl

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VACANCY: Lecturer/PhD Researcher American Studies (1,0 fte) (212124)

VACANCY: Lecturer/PhD Researcher American Studies (1,0 fte) (212124)
Organisation

The American Studies Department is seeking a lecturer/PhD candidate to service a rapidly expanding undergraduate student body and boost its ambitious research agenda.
The University of Groningen is the only university in the Netherlands to offer a completely independent BA program in American Studies, as well as an MA program in North American Studies. The curriculum is unique in that it is truly interdisciplinary (no monodisciplinary courses) and designed exclusively for American Studies (no cross-listing with other programs). The curriculum is also unique in The Netherlands in that it is entirely delivered in English. The program offers extensive possibilities for doing (under)graduate work and internships in North America.
The Department of American Studies is the national powerhouse for the development of Early American Studies and Hemispheric American Studies in the Netherlands. Groningen's international and internationally renowned American Studies faculty has previously taught at Harvard, Brown, and Louisiana State University (US), University of Glasgow (UK), York University (Canada), Göttingen University (Germany). Our faculty has shaped the way in which American Studies teaching and research is carried out across The Netherlands and beyond. Our courses represent a comprehensive range of fully interdisciplinary theoretical, historical, socio-political, and cultural approaches to North America, with a special focus on three areas: Early American Studies; Hemispheric American Studies; and Media/Popular Culture Studies.
Potential candidates for the position of lecturer/PhD researcher are encouraged to develop and carry out a research project in one of these three areas of specialization.

Job description

This full-time position of lecturer/PhD researcher is a temporary appointment for five years. The successful candidate is expected to spend 40 percent of her/his time on teaching, and 60 percent on a PhD project in one of the research areas in American Studies mentioned above. For legal reasons (related to the different salary scales and job performance requirements pertaining to each position), there will formally be two separate appointments. After the first year of employment there will be an assessment of the appointee's teaching performance and research, on the basis of which it will be decided whether the appointment will be continued.

Candidates are expected to complete a PhD dissertation within the five-year period.

The candidates' eligibility for the position will be assessed on the basis of:

    their potential to carry out PhD research
    quality, originality and relevance of the research proposal
    relevance of the proposal to the Department's research program
    feasibility for the project to be completed within five years.


The successful candidate will be expected to teach within the BA program in American Studies program, for the most part in such areas as popular culture, cultural theory and rhetoric and composition.

The lecturer/PhD candidate will be enrolled in the research training program of the Graduate School of Humanities and will have to complete additional pedagogical training in order to qualify for a "BKO" teaching certificate.

Candidates should submit a research proposal (max. 1500 words, excl. bibliography) which directly relates to the profile of the department as described above.

Qualifications

    MA degree in American Studies, or a related discipline, preferably with honors
    strong motivation to complete a PhD dissertation in five years
    proven research potential
    proven ability to work across disciplines within an interdisciplinary curriculum
    experience with cultural theory, popular culture and rhetoric and composition
    excellent command of spoken and written English (at near-native level)
    demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collegial manner
    prior experience in teaching at university level is preferred.

Conditions of employment

PhD part
The University of Groningen offers a salary of € 2,042 before taxes per month in the first year to € 2,612 before taxes per month from the fourth year for a full-time position, excluding 8% holiday pay and 8,3% end-of-year gratification and participation in a pension scheme for employees. After the first year of employment there will be an assessment of the candidate's research performance. Based on this, it will be decided whether the appointment will be continued.

Lecturer part
The University of Groningen offers a salary depending on prior qualifications and work experience starting from a minimum of € 2,379 before taxes per month to a maximum of € 3,755 before taxes per month (salary scale 11) for a full-time position, excluding 8% holiday pay and 8,3% end-of-year gratification and participation in a pension scheme for employees. After the first year there will be an assessment of the candidate's teaching performance. Based on this, it will be decided whether the appointment will be continued.

The starting date for this position is 1 September 2012.

The university is an equal opportunities employer. Because women are still underrepresented in a number of fields, they are particularly encouraged to apply.

The selection procedure may include a guest lecture or presentation.

Application
Applications should consist of:
1. A letter of interest
2. A curriculum vitae (including date and place of birth, details of secondary school education, academic record, and-if applicable-publication details)
3. A copy of the applicant's passport
4. A certified copy of the applicant's university degree certificate (MA or equivalent), as well as a copy of his/her transcript
5. Names, email- and postal addresses of two academic references
6. A research project proposal of no more than four pages (c. 1500 words, excl. bibliography). The proposal should include:

    a short description of the project, its aims and objectives, and provisional thesis
    an analysis of the relevance of the project to the discipline of American Studies
    assessment of the innovative nature of the topic
    an indication of the methodological and theoretical framework and approach
    a proposed timetable for completion of the dissertation
    a working bibliography.


Applications should be sent before 13 July 2012 by means of the application form.

Information

For information you can contact:
Dr W.M. Verhoeven, Prof. of American Culture and Cultural Theory/Head of the American Studies Dept., +31 50 3635838,  w.m.verhoeven@rug.nl

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Vacancy: Professor of History and Theory of International Relations (1,0 fte)

Professor of History and Theory of International Relations (1,0 fte)

Specifications - (explanation)

Location	Groningen
Function types	Professors, associate professors, assistant professors and lecturers, Research, Development, Innovation
Hours	38.0 hours per week
Salary	maximum € 7142
Education	University Graduate
Job number	212080
Translations	en

Apply for this job within 36 days

Job description

The Faculty of Arts of the University of Groningen is seeking to appoint a Full Professor of History and Theory of International Relations.

The position requires the professor to:
- provide teaching in History and Theory of International Relations at all levels (BA, MA and PhD)
- coordinate and conduct research in the field of the History and Theory of International Relations
- raise external funds for research
- supervise PhD students
- perform administrative and organizational duties
- cultivate and develop national and international contacts to further teaching and research.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be an internationally recognized expert with a broad, interdisciplinary profile who will be able to act as a key figure for the department of International Relations&International Organization and to provide leadership, motivation and supervision in both research and teaching.

Candidates are expected to:
- hold a PhD in International Relations or in a closely related field and to be renowned in their field of expertise
- be an experienced and dedicated lecturer
- have extensive research experience in the field of History and Theory of International Relations, in particular the latest methodological, theoretical and historiographical developments regarding Global Governance
- have a broad, interdisciplinary approach to teaching and research
- possess good managerial, administrative and organizational skills
- be successful at raising external funds for research
- be successful at supervising PhD students
- be able to promote public interest in the field.

Conditions of employment

The University of Groningen offers a full time position as Full Professor 2 preferably as from 1 September 2012. The salary will be € 4,904 (minimum)/ € 7,142 (maximum) gross per month for a full-time appointment (CAO for Dutch universities).

An information package is available from the secretary of the Faculty of Arts, Ms G. Peters-Beuke, phone +31 50 363 5834, e-mail: g.peters-beuke@rug.nl

Application
Interested candidates are requested to submit a letter of motivation, a curriculum vitae (including 2 references) and a list of publications.

Please send your reaction before 13 May 2012, 24:00 CET.

Organisation

Faculty of Arts

Since its foundation in 1614, the University of Groningen has enjoyed an international reputation as a dynamic and innovative centre of higher education offering high-quality teaching and research. Balanced study and career paths in a wide variety of disciplines encourage the 27,000 students and researchers to develop their own individual talents. Belonging to the best research universities in Europe and joining forces with prestigious partner universities and networks, the University of Groningen is truly an international place of knowledge.

Additional information

Prof. Gerry Wakker, Dean of the Faculty
+31 50 3635834,
g.c.wakker@rug.nl 

 

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