2 positions:
(1) Associate Professor in Philosophy of ScienceDepartment of Science Studies, Aarhus University, Denmark (http://www.ivs.au.dk) invites applications for a permanent position as Associate Professor in philosophy of science beginning January 1, 2011.
The Department of Science Studies forms part of the Faculty of Science and is responsible for research and education in history and philosophy of science. The department is currently developing a new graduate program in science studies and is therefore working at broadening its research profile. The department aims at a high degree of collaboration between history, philosophy and sociology of science, and priority will be given to candidates with profiles that include such collaboration or similar forms of proven cross-disciplinary interests.
Candidates must document a strong international research record within philosophy of science. In addition, candidates must document teaching experience at both undergraduate and graduate level. Experience with academic administration is desirable.
The Department offers courses in philosophy of science for all science programs at Aarhus University. All courses are based on extensive use of historical and contemporary cases, and faculty members from the Department of Science Studies collaborate on developing the course format. Duties will include participation in this activity with a special responsibility for the courses in the physical-chemical sciences, as well as participation in the development of the department’s new graduate program in science studies. The successful candidate is also expected to participate actively in the strategic development of the departments research focus on studies of contemporary science, and to participate actively in fundraising.
The successful candidate will be expected to participate in all aspects of the Department’s activities and to be present on a daily basis.
A complete list of publications, a description of future research plans, information about previous research activities and management experience, description of teaching qualifications and of the applicant’s views on or ideas for teaching philosophy of science to science students, and a sample of publications (max 5) (see here for the recommended level of detail).
For more information please contact the Head of Department Hanne Andersen, phone +45 8942 3514; e-mail: hanne.andersen@ivs.au.dk
Formalities and salary range
The Faculty of Science refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities under the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation.
Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities.
The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans and information about research activities, teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any). The recommended level of detail.
Salary depends on seniority as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Confederation of Professional Unions.
Deadline
All applications must be made online and received by: 20/08/2010
The full add with link to the online application system can be found at http://science.au.dk/en/positions-and-fellowships/academic-positions/
(2) Associate Professor in Science Studies
Department of Science Studies, Aarhus University, Denmark (http://www.ivs.au.dk) invites applications for a permanent position as Associate Professor in Science Studies beginning January 1, 2011.
Department of Science Studies, Aarhus University, Denmark (http://www.ivs.au.dk) invites applications for a permanent position as Associate Professor in Science Studies beginning January 1, 2011.
The Department of Science Studies forms part of the Faculty of Science and is responsible for research and education in history and philosophy of science. The department is currently developing a new graduate program in science studies and is therefore working at broadening its research profile. The department aims at a high degree of collaboration between history, philosophy and sociology of science, and priority will be given to candidates with profiles that include such collaboration or similar forms of proven cross-disciplinary interests.
Candidates must document a strong international research record within science studies. Preferred qualifications include expertise in one of the following areas a) science communication, public understanding of science and history of popular science; b) science, technology and innovation; or c) scientific uncertainty and scientific advice. In addition, candidates must document teaching experience at both undergraduate and graduate level. Experience with academic administration is desirable.
Duties will include participation in the development of the department’s new graduate program in science studies and to provide individual courses in science studies for students at the Faculty’s science programs. The successful candidate is also expected to participate actively in the strategic development of the departments research focus on studies of contemporary science, and to participate actively in fundraising.
The successful candidate will be expected to participate in all aspects of the Department’s activities and to be present on a daily basis.
Applications must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, a complete list of publications, a description of future research plans, information about previous research activities and management experience, description of teaching qualifications and of the applicant’s views on or ideas for teaching science studies to science students, and a sample of publications (max 5) (see here for the recommended level of detail).
For more information please contact the Head of Department Hanne Andersen, phone +45 8942 3514; e-mail: hanne.andersen@ivs.au.dk
Formalities and salary range
The Faculty of Science refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities under the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation.
Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities.
The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans and information about research activities, teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any). The recommended level of detail.
Salary depends on seniority as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Confederation of Professional Unions.
Deadline: All applications must be made online and received by 20/08/2010
The full add with link to the online application system can be found at http://science.au.dk/en/positions-and-fellowships/academic-positions/
Candidates must document a strong international research record within science studies. Preferred qualifications include expertise in one of the following areas a) science communication, public understanding of science and history of popular science; b) science, technology and innovation; or c) scientific uncertainty and scientific advice. In addition, candidates must document teaching experience at both undergraduate and graduate level. Experience with academic administration is desirable.
Duties will include participation in the development of the department’s new graduate program in science studies and to provide individual courses in science studies for students at the Faculty’s science programs. The successful candidate is also expected to participate actively in the strategic development of the departments research focus on studies of contemporary science, and to participate actively in fundraising.
The successful candidate will be expected to participate in all aspects of the Department’s activities and to be present on a daily basis.
Applications must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, a complete list of publications, a description of future research plans, information about previous research activities and management experience, description of teaching qualifications and of the applicant’s views on or ideas for teaching science studies to science students, and a sample of publications (max 5) (see here for the recommended level of detail).
For more information please contact the Head of Department Hanne Andersen, phone +45 8942 3514; e-mail: hanne.andersen@ivs.au.dk
Formalities and salary range
The Faculty of Science refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities under the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation.
Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities.
The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans and information about research activities, teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any). The recommended level of detail.
Salary depends on seniority as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Confederation of Professional Unions.
Deadline: All applications must be made online and received by 20/08/2010
The full add with link to the online application system can be found at http://science.au.dk/en/positions-and-fellowships/academic-positions/
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