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Stirling Management School
Economics Division
Reader/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Development Economics
£29,853 - £52,347
We are looking for an experienced researcher or an emerging research talent in the field of development economics. The Economics Division has a long track record in environmental economics, and we would be particularly interested in applications from individuals working on the links between environment and development. We are also interested in people working in the inter-face between development economics and labour or human capital, and in development finance and emerging markets.
The new appointment would take on responsibilities in teaching courses in development economics, and the economics of transition. Teaching responsibilities will include courses within our MSc in Banking and Finance, and on the School of Management’s new MBA programme. Inputs to undergraduate courses will also be required, and the candidate will have opportunities to teach on the Scottish Graduate Programme in Economics
Depending on the quality and track record of the successful candidate, we are able to offer this position at Reader, Senior Lecturer or Lecturer level. This is a full time, open ended post.
For informal enquiries, please contact the Chair of Division, Professor Nick Hanley on 01786 466410 or at n.d.hanley@stir.ac.uk or Professor Roger Sugden, Director, Stirling Management School on 01786 467370 or at roger.sugden@stir.ac.uk
Further particulars are available by using the links below or by email hr-services@stir.ac.uk
Closing date for applications is Thursday, 25 March 2010 at 12 noon.
Please Quote ref: 487/7186
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Stirling Management School
Institute for Social Marketing
Lecturer for Development of MSc in Social Marketing (Fixed Term)
£29,853 - £43,840
An opportunity has arisen for a two-year fixed term lecturing position to provide dedicated resource to develop and launch an MSc in Social Marketing at the Institute for Social Marketing, Stirling Management School.
The job offers significant career opportunities because the successful candidate will make a mark on social marketing education. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter, highly motivated and committed to the launch of a high quality and successful MSc. S/he should have a well developed understanding of the post-graduate education needs of the sector and experience of delivering high quality social marketing teaching, preferably at various educational levels. We expect the post holder to have their own social marketing research portfolio, ideally including externally funded projects and international experience, which they will pursue through joining the work of the longstanding and excellent social marketing research group at Stirling.
For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Gerard Hastings, Director, Institute for Social Marketing on 01786 467393 or at gerard.hastings@stir.ac.uk or Professor Roger Sugden, Director, Stirling Management School on 01786 467370 or at roger.sugden@stir.ac.uk
Further particulars are available by using the links below or by email hr-services@stir.ac.uk
Closing date for applications is Thursday, 25 March 2010 at 12 noon.
Please Quote ref: 16286/7180
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Department of Psychology
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Child Development / Early Years)
Salary £29,853 - £52,347 p.a.
The Department of Psychology is looking to appoint a Lecturer to build on an existing area of excellence in Child Development, although allied disciplines will be considered. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a research-led department and to help enhance and develop our research and teaching expertise.
For this post we are looking for candidates with an existing track record of high quality research in child development, in particular those with established research in cognitive or linguistic development and also the ability to develop a coherent future research strategy. Experience of teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate level is essential and the post holder will be expected to supervise postgraduate research. Excellent communication and team working skills are also vital requirements of this role.
This full-time post is an open ended position, with a proposed start date of 1st August 2010, although the starting date can be varied by mutual agreement.
Informal enquiries can be made to Phyllis Lee on Tel. No. 01786 467656 or by email to phyllis.lee@stir.ac.uk
Further particulars are available by using the links below or by email hr-services@stir.ac.uk
Closing date for applications is Wednesday, 14 April 2010
Interviews are likely to be held on week commencing 17 May 2010
Please Quote ref: 16278/7162
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Department of Psychology
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Social Psychology)
Salary £29,853 - £52,437 p.a.
The Department of Psychology is looking to appoint a Lecturer to build on an existing area of excellence in Social Psychology, although allied disciplines will be considered. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a research-led department and to help enhance and develop our research and teaching expertise.
For this post we are looking for candidates with an existing track record of high quality research in general social psychology, including those with established research interests in socio-cognitive psychology, cultural psychology, social communication and quantitative or qualitative research amongst others. Successful candidates will have the ability to develop a coherent future research strategy and develop innovative research programmes. Experience of teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate level is essential and the post holder will be expected to supervise postgraduate research. Excellent communication and team working skills are also vital requirements of this role.
This full-time post is an open ended position, with a proposed start date of 1st August 2010, although the starting date can be varied by mutual agreement.
Informal enquiries can be made to Phyllis Lee on Tel. No. 01786 467656 or by email to phyllis.lee@stir.ac.uk
Further particulars are available by using the links below or by email hr-services@stir.ac.uk
Closing date for applications is Wednesday, 14 April 2010
Interviews are likely to be held on week commencing 17 May 2010
Please Quote ref: 16277/7162
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Department of Philosophy
Lecturer in Epistemology or Philosophy of Mind
£29,853 - £43,840
The Department of Philosophy is looking to appoint a Lecturer in Epistemology or Philosphy of Mind. This is a full time open ended position.
Applicants should have a strong research record (including a PhD) commensurate with their career stage, within the broad area of the theory of knowledge and philosophy of mind. The person appointed will complement the Department’s existing research activity in these areas, and will be expected to:
- Pursue research projects that will strengthen the Department’s research activity and reputation, and make a positive contribution to its submission to the Research Excellence Framework;
- Contribute to the Department’s teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
- Join in collaborative research activities, including the development of applications for external grants;
- Assist with departmental administration.
Further particulars are available by using the links below or by email hr-services@stir.ac.uk
Closing date for applications is Friday, 26 March 2010
Interviews will be held week commencing Monday, 3 May 2010
Please Quote ref: 16263/7168
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Department of Philosophy
Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Legal, Moral or Political Philosophy
£29,853 - £52,347
The Department of Philosophy is looking to appoint a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Legal, Moral or Political Philosophy. This is a full time open ended position.
Applicants should have a strong research record (including a PhD) commensurate with their career stage, within the broad area of legal, moral and political philosophy. A readiness to engage with the Department’s collaborative projects in legal or political philosophy would be especially welcome. The person appointed will be expected to:
- pursue research projects that will strengthen the Department’s research activity and reputation, and make a positive contribution to its submission to the Research Excellence Framework;
- contribute to the Department’s teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
- join in collaborative research activities, including the development of applications for external grants;
- assist with departmental administration.
Further particulars are available by using the links below or by email hr-services@stir.ac.uk
Closing date for applications is Friday, 26 March 2010 at 12 noon.
Interviews will be held week commencing Monday, 3 May 2010
Please Quote ref: 16262/7174
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Institute of Aquaculture
Marine Alliance for Science & Technology, Scotland (MASTS)
Chair of Virology
£attractive salary package
The University of Stirling invites applications for a newly established Chair of Virology in the Institute of Aquaculture associated with funding from the Marine Alliance for Science & Technology, Scotland (MASTS).
The University seeks to appoint a scientist of the highest international standing to increase the research momentum in virology of the Institute of Aquaculture. The appointee should have a distinguished research record in virology, and will be expected to participate in the research involving fish diseases within the Institute and the MASTS consortium.
It is expected that the appointee will provide inspiring academic leadership and enhance the international research standing of the Institute.
The appointee must have an established track record of publication in prestigious journals, and have demonstrated the ability to acquire substantial research funding.
This post is full time on 5 year fixed term basis, in the first instance.
The appointee will be expected to develop and lead a strong research group and to form productive collaborations with MASTS.
Applicants can obtain more information from Professor Brendan McAndrew (bjm1@stir.ac.uk).
Further particulars are available by using the links below or by email hr-services@stir.ac.uk
Closing date for applications is Monday, 19 April 2010 at 12 noon.
Please Quote ref: 16385/7199
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