PhD Technology and religion: Neuroscience (fulltime) University of Twente (UT) - Enschede — AcademicTransfer

PhD Technology and religion: Neuroscience (fulltime) University of Twente (UT) - Enschede — AcademicTransfer

Specifications - (explanation)

Location	Enschede
Function types	PhD positions
Scientific fields	Behaviour and Society
Hours	38.0 hours per week
Salary	€ 2083 - € 2664
Education	University Graduate
Job number	695215
Translations	en nl
About employer	University of Twente (UT)
Short link	www.academictransfer.com/25101

Job description

The
aim of the project is to develop a closer understanding of the relations
between technology and religion. It will do so by investigating the
ways in which technologies help to shape human experiences of
transcendence, of what is beyond the grasp of human understanding and
manipulation. In order to do this, it will connect philosophy of
technology and philosophy of religion to an empirical study of
technologically mediated practices that involve experiences of
transcendence. Two cases will be studied, one in the realm of brain
technologies and one in reproductive technologies. To what extent do
technologies exclude transcendence, and to what extent do they help to
shape new forms of it? How do such technologies reorganize the
boundaries between fate and responsibility, between transcendence and
makeability? And what does this imply for the potential role of
technology in the philosophy of religion?

Requirements

A
master’s degree or equivalent degree in philosophy, preferably with a
background in philosophy of technology or philosophy of religion.
Consideration will also be given to candidates with a multidisciplinary
master’s degree on a topic relevant to the project and some background
in philosophy. Demonstrable interest in philosophical issues relating to
technology and religion, and in empirical approaches to technology,
particularly Conversation Analysis (but previous work in these areas not
required). Good analytical skills. Good communication skills in
English, in writing as well as orally. Good team spirit. Creativity,
open-mindedness, and an ability to develop new ideas.

Information and applicationA description of the PhD project, the overall project of which it is a part and a FAQ can be retrieved from www.utwente.nl/gw/wijsb/organization/verbeek/vici.
Applicants are advised to read these texts before applying. For
questions not answered on the website please contact Peter-Paul Verbeek
(e-mail: p.p.c.c.verbeek@utwente.nl). Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Your
application should contain the following documents: (1) a letter of
application, explaining your interest in the position and your
qualifications, and describing how you would want to approach the
project you apply for; (2) a curriculum vitae, including the name and
e-mail address/telephone number of one of your professors (preferably
the supervisor of your master's thesis) and a list of subjects taken and
grades received (this may be an unofficial version or scanned copy; we
can request the original later); (3) a copy of your master's thesis and
copies of publications, if any. Optionally, you can also attach letters
of recommendation from your professors.

Your application should be uploaded no later than November 15, 2014 via www.utwente.nl/vacatures/en. Since this website only accepts three documents per application, please combine documents into max. three files.

Conditions of employment

We
offer you a four-year full-time Ph.D. position, starting March 1, 2015
(or sooner, if possible). The gross salary is € 2.083,- per month in the
first year going up to € 2.664,- in the fourth year. Additionally, the
university provides excellent facilities for professional and personal
development, a holiday allowance (amounts to 8% of the annual salary),
an end-of-year bonus (amounts to 8,3%) and a number of additional
benefits. The position comes with a budget for travel and conference
attendance.

Organisation

The University of Twente.
We stand for science and technology, high tech, human touch, education
and research that matter. New technology which drives change, innovation
and progress in society. The University of Twente is the only campus
university in the Netherlands; divided over five faculties we provide
more than fifty educational programs. The University of Twente has a
strong focus on personal development and talented researchers are given
scope for carrying out pioneering research. The Faculty of Behavioural,
Management and Social Sciences strives to hold a leading position in
their fields in relation to the science and technology research programs
of the University of Twente. In all these fields, the faculty provides
bachelor, master and professional development programs.

Faculty of Behavioural, Management and Social sciences The
Faculty of Behavioural, Management and Social sciences (BMS) strives to
play a pivotal role in understanding, co-engineering and evaluating
innovation in society. Innovation is driven by advances in technology.
Through ‘social engineering’ these technological advances are embedded
in society befitting human needs and behaviour, within proper public and
private management and business structures. For this the faculty of BMS
upholds high quality disciplinary knowledge in psychology,
business administration, public administration, communication
science, philosophy, educational science and health sciences. All with a
focus on the challenges in society. Research is strongly connected to
our Institutes on Governance (IGS), ICT (CTIT), Health (MIRA) and Nanotechnology (MESA+).

University Lectureship in Christianity in the Modern World (1.0 fte) Vacancy

The tThe Faculty of Humanities, Leiden University Center for the Study of Religion, vacancy 14-200

The Faculty of Humanities at Leiden University invites applications for a:

University Lectureship in Christianity in the Modern World (1.0 fte)
Vacancynumber: 14-200

We welcome applications by scholars of religion whose work reflects sensitivity to historical and socio-cultural contexts and the ability to position Christianity in local and global configurations, with attention to its interactions with other cultures and communities. Appointment will be fixed-term from January 2015 through December 2016, with the possibility of extensions of up to four years, and of a permanent position thereafter. Leiden University is committed to diversity, inclusiveness, and equal opportunities.

Since its founding in 1575, Leiden University has built an internationally recognized record of excellence in teaching and research. A founding member of the League of European Research Universities ( LERU ), the University currently has about 23,000 students and 4,000 staff. The Faculty of Humanities consists of subdivisions for the Arts in Society, Creative & Performing Arts, History, Linguistics, Philosophy, Area Studies, and the Study of Religion. 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 Center for the Study of Religion ( LUCSoR ), whose mission statement reflects the notion of ‘religion in the world,’ as a nutshell summary of the study of religion at Leiden University. Scholars in LUCSoR structurally work together with colleagues in the Leiden University Institute for Area Studies ( LIAS ). This collaboration is embodied in the Religion & Philosophy network . The lecturer will teach in the BA and MA program in Religious Studies, the BA program in International Studies, and other programs and courses as required. Current staff in the study of religion have expertise in various fields in the Humanities and the Social Sciences. The local research environment includes an excellent library, and is further strengthened by the Leiden University Center for the Study of Islam and Society ( LUCIS ).

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);
• 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 Christianity in the modern world, from the perspectives outlined above; a broad view of the study of religion, including theories, methods, and research history; the ability to work from interdisciplinary and comparative perspectives.
• An excellent command of English. Most MA programs at Leiden University are offered 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 for practical matters within two years from taking up duty. The University will fund her/his Dutch training at the 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.

Terms of emplyment

The rank of University Lecturer ( Universitair Docent ) is roughly equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in North-American terms. Salary range from € 3.259 to € 4.462 gross per month (pay scale 11), commensurate with qualifications, with substantial holiday and end-of-year bonuses. Depending on qualifications, the lecturer 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.

Applications

Applications must be received by 1 September 2014. Campus interviews are tentatively planned for early October. Queries to Maghiel van Crevel ( m.van.crevel@hum.leidenuniv.nl ), with cc to Ernestine van der Wall ( e.g.e.van.der.wall@hum.leidenuniv.nl ). Applications should be in English, and be submitted to the Christianity 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 – 14-200’:

• A CV including education and employment history, publications, and courses taught;
• A letter of motivation including a personal vision of the study of religion, and specifically of Christianity in the modern world;
• 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).

http://werkenbij.leidenuniv.nl/vacatures/wetenschappelijke-functies/14-200-university-lectureship-in-christianity-in-the-modern-world-vacancy-leiden-university.html