mardi 27 octobre 2009

Lecturer in Biological Anthropology

Hiring Organization:
University of Kent

Position Description:
University of Kent - School of Anthropology and Conservation

The School of Anthropology and Conservation at The University of Kent wishes to appoint a lecturer (equivalent to Assistant Professor) in biological anthropology with a particular focus in primate behaviour &/or ecology. The successful applicant will hold a doctorate or equivalent qualification in biological anthropology or an allied discipline, research experience in biological anthropology with a strong publication record, and teaching ability of a high standard at undergraduate level in the areas required. Experience of applying for research grant funding would be an advantage. The position is a fixed-term appointment for 2 years, from January 2010.

The teaching undertaken will provide teaching replacement cover in the Biological Anthropology group and the successful candidate will be required to teach up to 10 contact hours per week contributing to various undergraduate modules including Evolutionary Anthropology, Primate Behaviour & Ecology, and undergraduate project supervision. The majority of the teaching will be at undergraduate level but some postgraduate teaching may be required.

Informal enquiries can be directed to the Head of School, Prof. Douglas MacMillan [D.C.Macmillan@kent.ac.uk], or to Dr Nicholas Newton-Fisher [N.E.Newton-Fisher@kent.ac.uk].

For further information and to apply on-line please visit the University of Kent\'s website at http://www.kent.ac.uk/jobs/.

Closing date for applications: 8 November 2009
Interviews are expected to be held: 19 November 2009

Qualifications/Experience:
You will hold a doctorate or equivalent qualification in biological anthropology or an allied discipline along with a teaching qualification.

Salary/funding:
Salary (£) 30594 – 35469 per annum

Term of Appointment:
2 years, full time

Application Deadline:
Closing date for applications: 8 November 2009

Contact Information:
Louise Barlow
Human Resources,The Registry, University of Kent
Canterbury, Kent, England CT2 7NZ
United Kingdom

Telephone Number:
+44 1227 823674

Fax Number:
+44 1227 823999

Website:
http://www.kent.ac.uk/sac

E-mail Address:
l.j.barlow@kent.ac.uk