The study of globalization from the perspective of the humanities is
particularly focused on how cultural practices =E2=80=93 including literature, fi=
lm,
new media, the visual and performative arts and philosophical and other
kinds of theorizing =E2=80=93 engage with the increasingly transnational orientat=
ion
and organization of contemporary society. Of special concern are the ways i=
n
which everyday experiences of transnationalism generate new forms and
expressions of subjectivity and collectivity. Within this context, we are
looking for a 2-year postdoctoral project that connects one or more of the
four main research clusters of the Faculty=E2=80=99s globalization program:
mobility, sustainability, aesthetics, and/or connectivity. The project is
expected to be theoretically driven by an interdisciplinary humanities
approach, while engaging with clearly defined objects of analysis and/or
conceptual problems. Preference may be given to candidates working in one o=
r
more of the following disciplines: art history, literary studies, film and
media studies, philosophy, or theatre and performance studies.

Tasks
The postdoctoral researchers will execute their research projects within th=
e
broader context of the research priority area and will occasionally be
called upon to participate in teaching and supervision tasks. The
researchers will cooperate with other members of the priority program that
have backgrounds in various relevant fields, and contribute to organizing a=
n
international conference. Furthermore, candidates are expected actively to
apply for external funding related to the research priority area.

Requirements
* Completed Doctoral degree in a relevant field;
* Publications in peer-reviewed journals or with established academic
publishers;=20
* Excellent academic writing and presentation skills;
* Excellent social and organizational skills;
* Experience with external fundraising is an advantage.

Further information
A detailed description of the Research Priority Area can be found on the
website, please see the 'Refer To'-section below. For further information
about the positions please contact Jeroen de Kloet (b.j.dekloet@uva.nl), or
the Faculty=E2=80=99s research department at onderzoek-fgw@uva.nl.

Appointment
The Postdoc positions will be on a temporary basis for the period of two
years. The starting date will be March 1st 2012 at the latest. The gross
monthly salary will be between =E2=82=AC 3195 and 4374 (=E2=80=98Onderzoeker 3=E2=80=99; sala=
ry
scale 11, according to the collective labour agreement Dutch universities)
in the case of a full-time position (38 hours/week). Depending on experienc=
e
and date of completion of the PhD an appointment as =E2=80=98Onderzoeker 4=E2=80=99 (be=
tween
=E2=82=AC 2379 and =E2=82=AC 3755; salary scale 10, according to the collective labour
agreement Dutch universities) may (initially) be necessary. A contract of
0.8 fte is possible as well. Secondary benefits at Dutch universities are
attractive and include holiday pay and an end of year bonus.

Job application
Applications including a cover letter, complete academic CV, and project
proposal (maximum 1800 words in length) should be submitted at the latest o=
n
Monday November 28th 2011, 08.00 hrs.

Please send your documents to onderzoek-fgw@uva.nl. Interviews with selecte=
d
candidates will be held on Wednesday December 14.

Please state the vacancy number and =E2=80=98strictly confidential=E2=80=99 in the uppe=
r
left corner of the envelope or in the subject field of your e-mail.

Refer to

http://www.uva.nl/vacatures/vacatures.cfm/11D3B8B5-E2AB-48CD-A2ED8B9CEDAC62=
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B

Research Priority Area description
<http://www.hum.uva.nl/onderzoek/zwaartepunten.cfm>