Professor of Hispanic Studies
- Ort: Kent
- Disziplinen: Literaturwissenschaft, Medien-/Kulturwissenschaft
- Sprachen: Spanisch
- Frist: 15.04.12
Professor of Hispanic Studies
University of Kent - School of European Culture and Languages
Ref: HUM0235
Location: Canterbury
Job Type: Academic
Contract Type: Open Ended
Salary Type: Per Annum Salary (£)58570
Closing date: 15 Apr 2012
Please note the salary scale starts from £58,570
The Role:
The School of European Culture and Languages is seeking to appoint a Professor and Head of Department to provide research, strategic, and operational leadership for the development of Hispanic Studies. The new Professor will make an outstanding research contribution, further develop postgraduate provision and help guide the strategic development of the Department
The Person:
The successful candidate will have a PhD or equivalent in Hispanic Studies or related area with an inter-disciplinary focus on any area of Iberian or Latin American studies or a combination of both. A sustained record of international excellence in research and publication with a record of research leadership and a strong submission for the 2014 REF (3*- 4* level) are essential. The successful candidate will also have experience in the development of taught programmes of study at undergraduate and postgraduate level, with a strong commitment to personal excellence in teaching, and the ability to lead the Department, as demonstrated by previous leadership experience within an academic institution.
School of European Culture and Languages:
The School of European Culture and Languages (SECL) is one of the largest academic schools at the University of Kent, embracing four modern language subjects (French, German, Hispanic Studies and Italian), English Language and Linguistics, Classical and Archaeological Studies, Comparative Literature, Philosophy and Religious Studies. It offers an extensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and a wide variety of research opportunities. A highly regarded multidisciplinary school with top quality teaching by enthusiastic, inspirational and passionate lecturers in a great learning atmosphere, the School is also home to six research centres where both specialist and multidisciplinary research takes place. Full information about the School can be found at www.kent.ac.uk/secl
Further Information:
Closing date for applications: 15 April 2012
Interviews are to be held: 9 May 2012
The University is keen to ensure we meet our obligations under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage anyone who has the necessary skills, qualities and experience to apply. Currently women are under-represented in this area so we would welcome applications from women.
Publiziert von: Hartmut Duppel