Published: 2024-03-06
At the Department of Literature and Rhetoric there are two main subject areas: literature and rhetoric. In both, education is provided at all levels, from A-level courses to postgraduate studies. Literary research in Uppsala has a great breadth in time and space, as well as in terms of theoretical positions and methodological approaches. The researchers' interests range from antiquity to the present day, and they study both theoretical issues and historical or contemporary materials. Information about the department can be found at www.littvet.uu.se .
The current position as a postdoctoral fellow is primarily directed towards someone who can work within and strengthen the department's interdisciplinary research group in gender and literature. The ideal candidate should be interested in exploring themes that run across disciplinary boundaries and contribute to new insights in the field.
Duties
To carry out research, including within the group with a focus on gender and literature. The position also includes actively contributing to application design of major research projects. Teaching (max 20%) may occur.
Requirements
PhD degree in literature or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD degree in literature. The degree needs to be obtained by the time of the decision of employment. Those who have obtained a PhD degree three years prior to the application deadline are primarily considered for the employment. The starting point of the three-year frame period is the application deadline. Due to special circumstances, the degree may have been obtained earlier. The three-year period can be extended due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, duties in labour unions, etc.
Additional qualifications
- Experience in applying for external research funding.
- Specialization in one or more of the following areas: interdisciplinary gender studies, young people's reading, digital methods
Application procedure
The application must contain:
- CV, incl. list of publications
- Personal letter
- Degree certificate
- Research plan (max two pages)
- 5 publications relevant to the employment
- Contact details for 2 references
About the employment
The employment is a temporary position of 2 years according to central collective agreement. Full time position. Starting date 2024-09-01 or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala
For further information about the position, please contact: Jon Viklund, [email protected]
Please submit your application by April 2 2024, UFV-PA 2024/780.
Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international position. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all of our 7,600 employees and 53,000 students who, with curiosity and commitment, make Uppsala University one of Sweden’s most exciting workplaces.
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Placement: Department of Literature
Type of employment: Full time , Temporary position
Pay: Individual salary
Number of positions: 1
Working hours: 100%
Town: Uppsala
County: Uppsala län
Country: Sweden
Union representative:
Seko Universitetsklubben
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ST/TCO
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Saco-S-föreningen
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Number of reference: UFV-PA 2024/780
Last application date: 2024-04-02
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