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The International Research Training Group (IRTG) „Diversity: Mediating Difference in Transcultural Spaces“ (Trier, Montréal, Saarbrücken), funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG), is accepting applications for

10 doctoral research positions (TVL 13, 50%)
at the University of Trier and at Saarland University
for the period of 18 months, starting 1st April 2016,
with a possible contract renewal for 18 more months
pending the continuation of funding by the DFG

The IRTG „Diversity“ is a joint German-Canadian doctoral education program of the University of Trier, Saarland University, and the Université de Montréal. On the German side, it has its offices at the University of Trier. The IRTG „Diversity“ proposes an innovative research program in the contested fields of diversity, multiculturalism, and transnationalism by examining paradigmatic changes and historical transformations in interpreting multicultural realities in North America (Montréal, Québec, Canada, North America) and Europe (Saar-Lor-Lux, Germany, France, Europe) since the 18th century. Focusing on dynamic processes that engender diversity, the IRTG Diversity’s analytical framework offers new perspectives for transnational and area studies as well as cross-cultural research. Through the transversal analytic lenses of politics, practices, and narratives, the IRTG investigates the mediation and translation of cultural differences in micro-, meso. and macro-level empirical constellations. Following the principle of herméneutique croisée, the researchers in Europe focus on the sliding-scaled spatial zones of Montréal – Québec – Canada – North America, while the researchers in Canada focus on the Saar-Lor-Lux region – Germany/France – Europe. The IRTG „Diversity“ thus is especially interested in PhD projects focusing empirically on Canada and/or Quebec. Projects with a comparative approach are also encouraged.

Research-oriented Curriculum

The IRTG „Diversity’s“ three-year research-oriented curriculum is based on regular meetings of the doctoral students and the IRTG’s researchers, including intensive summer and winter schools, a mid-term international conference, and a dissertation workshop in the third year of the program. PhD candidates will have access to the research facilities of all three participating universities. The IRTG offers financial support for research trips to the Canadian partner university, to Canadian archives, and to Canadian research institutions during the mobility phases. PhD candidates will be supervised by professors who are members of the Research Training Group (see website). The IRTG therefore requires that applicants enroll as doctoral students at the Universit of Trier or at Saarland University, depending on the location of the first supervisor, and to take residence in Trier or Saarbrücken. To ensure regular scholarly exchanges, the IRTG requires PhD candidates to work at the offices we provide at the University of Trier for three days a week.

For further information about the IRTG Diversity’s research and qualification program, please consult the IRTG’s website.

Applications

The IRTG „Diversity“ invites the application of highly qualified applicants from diverse fields, including history, political science, literature, linguistics, intercultural communication and media studies, cultural studies, philosophy, sociology, cultural anthropology, gender studies and human geography. Applicants are expected to be fluent in at least two of the IRTG „Diversity’s“ official languages (German, English, French).

Applications can be submitted in German, French, or English and are due January 6, 2016. They should include:

• a statement of purpose (no longer than three pages)
• an exposé outlining the dissertation project (max. 10 pages)
• a curriculum vitae
• contact information for two referees
• copies of earned degrees (including copy of higher education entrance qualification)
• proof of language skills (English, French, German)
• a writing sample (preferably the MA thesis)
• the DFG-based date survey questionnaire (see website)

The IRTG „Diversity“ welcomes applications from researchers of all nationalities. The University of Trier and Saarland University strive to increase the share of women in research and strongly encourage women to apply. Both universities are certified family-friendly employers. Applicants with disabilities who are equally qualified will be favoured.

Please include all application material in one pdf or zip-file and send your applications via e-mail (subject: IRTG „Diversity“) to:

Dr. Lutz Schowalter
Academic Coordinator, IRTG Diversity
DM 240
54286 Trier
e-mail: schowalter[at]uni-trier.de

Universität Marburg, Fachbereich Fremdsprachliche Philologien, Institut für Anglistik und Amerikanistik

Am Fachbereich Fremdsprachliche Philologien, Institut für Anglistik und Amerikanistik, AG Prof. Dr. Martin Kuester, ist zum 1.10.2015 befristet auf 3 Jahre, mit der Möglichkeit der Verlängerung, die Teilzeitstelle (50% der regelmäßigen Arbeitszeit) einer/eines wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiterin/Mitarbeiters zu besetzen.

Es handelt sich um eine befristet zu besetzende Stelle, die – im Rahmen der zugewiesenen Aufgaben – auch die Möglichkeit zur wissenschaftlichen Weiterqualifizierung bietet.

Zu den Aufgaben gehören wissenschaftliche Dienstleistungen in Forschung und Lehre (BA, Master und Lehramts-Studiengänge) sowie die Organisation im Bereich englischer und kanadischer Literaturwissenschaft. Das Aufgabengebiet umfasst weiterhin die Mitarbeit und Organisation im Rahmen des Marburger Zentrums für Kanada-Studien und im Bereich des Lehrangebots des Studiengangs Europäische Literaturen.

Informationen zu Voraussetzungen, Bewerbungsfrist etc. finden Sie hier.

Institut für Amerikanistik, Karl-Franzen-Universität Graz (A)

Bewerbungsschluss: 15. Juli 2015

Das Institut für Amerikanistik der Karl-Franzen-Universität Graz sucht eine/n Universitätsassitent/in ohne Doktoat (20 Stunden/Woche; befristet auf 4 Jahre; zu b esetzen ab 01. September 2015).

Aufgabenbereich:

• Eigenständige Forschungs- und Publikationstätigkeit sowie Mitarbeit bei Forschungsprojekten im Bereich „Amerikanistische Literatur- und Kulturwissenschaft“
• Lehre im Bereich „Nordamerikanische Literatur- und Kulturwissenschaft“
• Organisations- und Verwaltungstätigkeiten des Instituts und im Rahmen der Studierendenbetreuung

Fachliche Qualifikation:

• Abgeschlossenes Diplom- oder Magister/ra- oder Masterstudium der Anglistik/Amerikanistik mit Schwerpunkt Amerikanistik
• Hervorragende Kenntnisse in Nordamerikanischer Literatur- und Kulturwissenschaft
• Kenntnisse in American Urban Studies und Anglophone Canadian Studies (wünschenswert)

Persönliche Anforderung:

• Soziale Kompetenz und Freude am Umgang mit Studierenden
• Hohe persönliche Motivation und wissenschaftliche Neugier
• Kommunikations- und Organisationsfähigkeit
• Teamfähigkeit

Folgen Sie diesem Link für weitere Informationen und Bewerbungskriterien.

The University of Bremen invites application for the position as Assistant Researcher/Professor within the field of Postcolonial Literary and Cultural Studies
(starting as soon as possible, limited until 31 October 2017 with the option of renewal)

Research Responsibilities:

• personal further qualification (completion of a qualification project)
• as well as supportive and proactive participation

• in the development and coordination of research projects
• in the organisation of guest lectures, conferences and other academic activities
• in the expansion of international research contacts
• in the acquisition of third-party funds

Teaching Responsibilities:

• independent teaching of seminars (2 seminars) in the field named above
• mentoring of seminar papers and examination theses in the Bachelor and Master programs of this faculty

Responsibilities in Academic Administration:

• participation in the management of Bachelor and Master programs
• committee work
• participation in the further development of Bachelor and Master programs

Requirements for employment:

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in the fields of English, American or Anglophone Postcolonial Studies
• if possible, PhD degree in the fields of English, American or Anglophone Postcolonial Studies
• research focus in the field of Anglophone Postcolonial Studies (preferably in African Diaspora Studies or related research fields), in transnationality studies and latest culture theories
• pedagogical suitability.

The University of Bremen follows a diversity strategy. It strives to increase the number of women in the academy and strongly encourages applications from suitably qualified female candidates. International applications and applications of academics with a migration background are explicitly welcome. Disabled persons with the same professional and personal qualifications will be given preference.

Please send your application including the usual documents (CV, certificates, teaching portfolio, list of publications [publications only on request], exposé of research project and, if applicable, of completed research projects) by June 15, 2015, citing the above-mentioned reference number, to:

Universität Bremen, Fachbereich 10, Prof. Dr. Kerstin Knopf, Postfach 330 440, 28334 Bremen.

Please send only copies of your application documents (no folders) as they cannot be sent back for financial reasons. Upon conclusion of the selection process these documents will be destroyed.

For further information please visit Job Vacancies at the University of Bremen or contact:

Prof. Dr. Kerstin Knopf
FB 10 – Sprach- und Literaturwissenschaften
Universität Bremen
E-mail: kknopf(at)uni-bremen.de.

The Department of History of The University Of Winnipeg offers a 3-Year Term Position

The Department of History of the University of Winnipeg in partnership with the Winnipeg Art Gallery invites applications for a 3-year term position in the History of Indigenous Arts of North America at the rank of Assistant Professor and Assistant Curator beginning August 1st, 2015. Applications are encouraged from all research specialities.

A completed Ph.D. in the History of Art or related discipline is preferred, but ABDs will be considered. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to research, undergraduate teaching, and curatorial and museum work, particularly with contemporary Indigenous art. In addition to the academit requisites, a proven record in curatorial work with a regocnized museum or gallery is an asset.

Candidates should submit a covering letter, curriculum vitae, research sample, and teaching portfolio (including syllabi and course evaluations if applicable), and arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly to the Department. The search committee will begin reviewing applications on May 15th, 2015. The deadline for receipt of completed applications and references is May 30th, 2015. The search will continue until such time as the position is filled.

Applications, citing this posting, should be directed to:

Dr. Eliakim Sibanda, Chair
Department of History
University of Winnipeg
515 Portage Ave.
Winnipeg, MB. R3B 2E9
Canada

or be mailed to e.sibanda[at]uwinnipeg.ca