The prospective University Lecturer/Assistant Professor will join the new (as of 1 September 2011) History of Christianity and Philosophy department and will have the following duties:
- combining expertise on religion, conflict and the public domain for teaching and research purposes
- conducting such research (0,7 fte)
- contributing to teaching.
There is a strong emphasis on acquiring research funding to further future research efforts in this field.
Requirements
The following should apply to the candidate:
- academic expertise, as proven in a PhD thesis and/or publications in the field of 'religion and the public domain', with a clear emphasis on the contemporary Western world
- the relationship between religion, conflict and the public domain may be approached in various manners: from a historical, philosophical, social sciences (including political science), legal, religious studies or theological perspective
- expertise regarding religious sciences and/or theology is a recommendation
- well versed in interdisciplinary collaboration
- in addition to the focus on 'religion and the public domain', the role of religion in conflicts and 'peace building' is also point of interest
- a strong international network and preferably experience in attracting indirect and contract funding
- excellent social and communication skills.
Conditions of employment
The University of Groningen is offering a salary based on qualifications and experience of between € 3,195 (scale 11 of the CAO Dutch Universities 2010-2011) and € 4,970 (scale 12) gross per month for a full-time position. It is a temporary appointment, initially for a period of two years, with a possible extension for another three years upon positive assessment in the second year. The position will be ranked according to the University Job Ranking System (UFO) taking qualifications and relevant experience into account.
Interviews with candidates are planned in the week of 27 June - 1 July 2011.
The preferred starting date is 1 September 2011.
University of Groningen - Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies
Within our complex society, the importance of academic knowledge concerning the interrelations between religion, culture and society is increasing. Perhaps now more than ever, we need specialists who can explain the meaning and background of conflicts and differences of opinion where religion plays a role - experts who know what various religions concern, who are able to defend their positions with facts and sound arguments and understand the cultural and social dynamics of religion and religious phenomena. Such specialists work at the Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies in Groningen.
The Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies recently established a Research Centre for 'Religion, Conflict and the Public Domain'. The research it will engage in will focus on the contentious role of religion in the public sphere in modern Western society. The Research Centre will combine historical, philosophical, social sciences (including political science), legal, religious studies and theological approaches. Funds allocated by Sustainable Humanities (NWO) will be used by the Faculty to appoint a University Lecturer/Assistant Professor of 'Religion, Conflict and the Public Domain' for five years, who will represent the Research Centre and initiate new research concerning religion, conflict and the public domain.
Additional information
Prof. A.L. Molendijk, Head of the department, phone +31 50 3635580, e-mail: a.l.molendijk@rug.nl
Closing date: June 6th, 2011.
To apply for this position please visit AcademicTransfer for the original positing, and many other scientific vacancies
- combining expertise on religion, conflict and the public domain for teaching and research purposes
- conducting such research (0,7 fte)
- contributing to teaching.
Requirements
The following should apply to the candidate:
- academic expertise, as proven in a PhD thesis and/or publications in the field of 'religion and the public domain', with a clear emphasis on the contemporary Western world
- the relationship between religion, conflict and the public domain may be approached in various manners: from a historical, philosophical, social sciences (including political science), legal, religious studies or theological perspective
- expertise regarding religious sciences and/or theology is a recommendation
- well versed in interdisciplinary collaboration
- in addition to the focus on 'religion and the public domain', the role of religion in conflicts and 'peace building' is also point of interest
- a strong international network and preferably experience in attracting indirect and contract funding
- excellent social and communication skills.
Conditions of employment
The University of Groningen is offering a salary based on qualifications and experience of between € 3,195 (scale 11 of the CAO Dutch Universities 2010-2011) and € 4,970 (scale 12) gross per month for a full-time position. It is a temporary appointment, initially for a period of two years, with a possible extension for another three years upon positive assessment in the second year. The position will be ranked according to the University Job Ranking System (UFO) taking qualifications and relevant experience into account.
Interviews with candidates are planned in the week of 27 June - 1 July 2011.
The preferred starting date is 1 September 2011.
University of Groningen - Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies
Within our complex society, the importance of academic knowledge concerning the interrelations between religion, culture and society is increasing. Perhaps now more than ever, we need specialists who can explain the meaning and background of conflicts and differences of opinion where religion plays a role - experts who know what various religions concern, who are able to defend their positions with facts and sound arguments and understand the cultural and social dynamics of religion and religious phenomena. Such specialists work at the Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies in Groningen.
The Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies recently established a Research Centre for 'Religion, Conflict and the Public Domain'. The research it will engage in will focus on the contentious role of religion in the public sphere in modern Western society. The Research Centre will combine historical, philosophical, social sciences (including political science), legal, religious studies and theological approaches. Funds allocated by Sustainable Humanities (NWO) will be used by the Faculty to appoint a University Lecturer/Assistant Professor of 'Religion, Conflict and the Public Domain' for five years, who will represent the Research Centre and initiate new research concerning religion, conflict and the public domain.
Additional information
Prof. A.L. Molendijk, Head of the department, phone +31 50 3635580, e-mail: a.l.molendijk@rug.nl
Closing date: June 6th, 2011.
To apply for this position please visit AcademicTransfer for the original positing, and many other scientific vacancies