Northwestern U Qatar job ad

NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY IN QATAR
Associate Dean for Research

Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q), Northwestern University’s only international campus, seeks an Associate Dean of Research to join and help lead this exciting educational experiment in Education City of Doha, Qatar. This is a tremendous opportunity to participate in leading a high-quality endeavor, serving as part of a one-of-a-kind media school that is a world-class entity.

As a result of creative collaborations between the universities within Qatar Foundation, Northwestern University is one of six leading American universities that have established campuses in Education City, Doha. Each of those American universities brings to Qatar educational programs for which those institutions are especially renowned. Northwestern accepted the invitation to leverage its excellence in journalism and communication and establish this school as the university’s first independent degree program overseas and created a unified media-centric school with degree programs in journalism and communication as well as collaborative work in Liberal Arts.

NU-Q has launched an ambitious institutional research program with major projects especially relevant to Middle East media, and other topics of global interest as well. Projects are organized to create new knowledge especially relevant to the School’s mission. Reporting to the Dean and CEO of NU-Q, the new Associate Dean will provide leadership in developing a strategic plan for research with the objective of increasing both faculty and student research opportunities and developing partnerships across the departments and disciplines, supporting global and digital research related to media in all its forms. To that end, the new Associate Dean will lead NU-Q’s program of institutional research of school-wide projects involving collaboration of faculty and staff and occasional outside researchers aimed at developing a research profile for NU-Q; support and assist individual faculty on research matters, including mentoring and strategic advice; steward the research office including grants administration both for NU-Q projects and others involving NU-Evanston projects, including regular relationships with the Qatar National Research Fund and other local sources; and coordinate NU-Q collaborations with the World Internet Project and local partnerships as needed.

This is a high impact position for an institutionally ambitious and creative professional. Qualifications for the position include commitment to the mission of NU-Q and to the quality of its programs and their representation; a doctorate in a media field or the social sciences along with an interest in and commitment to research in media and related fields; demonstrated leadership and administrative ability; a documented record of funded research and significant successful experience in facilitating research, developing partnerships, and addressing critical issues for the research community; and cross-cultural experience and a willingness to work within the cultural traditions of the Middle East.

Inquiries, nominations, and applications are invited. Review of applications is under way and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should provide a professional resume, a letter of application that addresses the responsibilities and requirements described in the Leadership Statement, and the names and contact information of five references. References will not be contacted without prior knowledge and approval of candidates. These materials should be sent electronically via e-mail to the NU-Q’s consultants Robin Mamlet and Ann Yates at email address NUQAssocDnResearch@wittkieffer.com.

Northwestern University in Qatar values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.

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Global Dialogue prize 2013 awarded

The Global Dialogue Prize, introduced in 2009 as one of the world’s most significant awards for intercultural dialogue and value research, will be awarded at the opening day for the XXIII World Congress of Philosophy in Athens, August 4, 2013. The Award Committee of the Global Dialogue Prize has decided to bestow this year’s award on the Council for Research in Values and Philosophy, in particular recognition of the Council’s longstanding efforts in addressing sensitive issues of cultural heritage and contemporary change. Over the course of four decades the Council has grown to become the currently largest network for intercultural value research, with over 400 associated members from 65 countries. Since 1998, the Council has produced over 150 academic events and published 300 volumes of scholarly monographs and anthologies on values from a cross-culturally comparative or intercultural perspective.

The Council’s President Professor George F. McLean and its Executive Director, Dr Hu Yeping, who have built and directed the Council throughout four decades, will accept the award on behalf of the organization. For details see here. Read the statement of the award committee here.

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The glass sculpture symbolizing the prize was designed by artist Silvana Nannini

U British Colombia job ad

UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
Liu Institute for Global Issues/Graduate School of Journalism
Assistant Professor

The Liu Institute for Global Issues and the Graduate School of Journalism at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver, Canada) invite applications for a jointly appointed tenure-track Assistant Professor position, with anticipated start date as early as January 1, 2014.  Candidates must have a PhD and a research record in global affairs and digital media. The ideal candidate will have an active research profile and possess a broad understanding of global issues, with research interests that could include (but are not limited to):  international relations, human security, peace and disarmament, the environment, development, global health, and international justice issues. We will consider candidates working on any part of the world and from any disciplinary or interdisciplinary background; we particularly encourage those involved in policy analysis and implementation.  The Liu Institute for Global Issues is an important part of UBC’s vision with a mission to pursue interdisciplinary and policy-relevant research on global issues. The Emmy-Award winning Graduate School of Journalism conducts research on media, science, health, ethics and society. For full details of this advertisement and to submit an application, go here. Deadline: September 1, 2013.

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Euro-Med Dialogue Award 2013

The Anna Lindh Euro-Mediterranean Foundation for Dialogue between Cultures (ALF) and Fondazione Mediterraneo (FM) are launching the Eighth edition of the Euro-Mediterranean Award for Dialogue between Cultures, an annual prize which recognizes the achievements of individuals and organisation working for the promotion of intercultural dialogue. This year’s theme is ”Migrants as Ambassadors for Mutual Understanding”.

The Anna Lindh Foundation invites all its network members in the 42 countries across the Euro-Med Region to nominate the best candidates for this year’s award which will bestow organisation(s) or individual enhancing dialogue involving migrants as main target group and actors for mutual understanding, taking into account the multiple facets and the interactions existing between development, democracy, diversity and dialogue. The deadline for nomination is 10 September 2013.

The selection of the winner of the Euro-Med Award is a participatory process which involves the Heads of the Networks and the members alike. The Anna Lindh Foundation for Inter-Cultural Dialogue promotes knowledge, mutual respect and inter-cultural dialogue between the people of the Euro-Mediterranean region, working through a network of more than 3,000 civil society organisations in 43 countries. Its budget is co-funded by the EU (7 million euros) and the EU member states (6 million euro).

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U Mass job ads

The Department of Communication at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions to begin September 1, 2014, with responsibilities for teaching and supervision at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The Department offers BA, MA, and PhD programs on a multicultural campus. For both positions, the ability to collaborate on and eventually lead interdisciplinary, grant-funded projects is desirable. The newly established Institute for Social Science Research is available to provide support for the appointed scholars’ research.

POSITION ONE: MEDIA EFFECTS (R41076)

We invite applications from scholars who theorize and conduct research on the ways in which media shape the lives of children, adolescents, families, or other populations. An emphasis on digital media is welcome, as is attention to international contexts. Expertise in quantitative methodology is required, including the ability to instruct and supervise graduate research. The successful applicant’s work will complement current faculty strengths in media influence on identity and stereotypes, violence, and perceptions of social reality.

POSITION TWO: SOCIAL INTERACTION AND CULTURE (R41077)

We invite applications from scholars who theorize and conduct research at the nexus of communication and the environment, health, the family, religion, or related social concerns. Expertise in qualitative methodology is required, including the ability to instruct and supervise graduate research. The successful applicant’s work will complement current faculty strengths in the ethnography of communication, social interaction, and intercultural communication.

Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2013 and will continue until the positions are filled. Applications should include a letter of interest, a CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness, one article-length example of research, and three letters of reference. All materials should be submitted through the Academic Jobs Online website. A completed PhD in Communication or closely allied field is required by the start of the appointment. For more information, visit our website or contact Debra Madigan, Office Manager, at dmadigan AT comm.umass.edu.The University seeks to increase the diversity of its professoriate, workforce and undergraduate and graduate student populations because broad diversity is critical to achieving the University’s mission of excellence in education, research, educational access and service in an increasingly diverse globalized society. Therefore, in holistically assessing many qualifications of each applicant of any race or gender, we would factor favorably an individual’s record of conduct that includes students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives, experiences and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities. Among other qualifications, we would also factor favorably experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career or degree.

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.

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Stanford Qualitative Research Assoc

The John Gardner Center in the Graduate School of Education at Stanford University seeks a Qualitative Research Associate to be responsible for conducting qualitative research with an emphasis on policy-relevant and actionable topic areas.

Qualifications:
A doctorate (or equivalent) in a relevant field (education, public policy, sociology, anthropology, psychology, or related field) is required as is capacity to oversee graduate students as they design, carry out, and write about their research projects. Experience with qualitative data collection and analysis is required. Demonstrated experience with designing qualitative studies is required, as is proficiency with data analysis software such as NVIVO. Excellent oral, analytic, organizational, and interpersonal skills are required; writing as demonstrated in the candidate’s own writing and publications is essential. Ability to write for multiple audiences, including policy makers and practitioners, is preferred. The candidate must have strong interpersonal and collaboration skills in working with researchers and practitioners as well as organizational skills that demonstrate her/his ability to handle multiple tasks, timelines and priorities in a team environment. Familiarity with California K-12 education context, and English language learners is preferred. This may be substituted with familiarity with juvenile justice, mental health or foster care systems or a related youth policy issue. Familiarity with school enrichment and youth development programs, such as after-school programs is a plus.This is a one-year, fixed term appointment with an end date of 09/01/2014.

To apply, visit http://stanfordcareers.stanford.edu/job-search/#secondary and search job number 60252. Final candidate will need to successfully pass a background check before being employed by Stanford University.

Mellon Postdocs @ U IL

Andrew W. Mellon Post-Doctoral Fellowships in the Humanities, 2014-2016

The Illinois Program for Research in the Humanities (IPRH) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, supported by a grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, seeks to hire two Post-Doctoral Fellows for two-year appointments starting in Fall 2014.

The Mellon Post-Doctoral Fellows in the Humanities will spend the two-year term in residence at Illinois, will conduct research on the proposed project, and will teach two courses per year in the appropriate academic department. The Fellows will also participate in activities related to their research at the IPRH, in the teaching department, and on the Illinois campus. Each Post-Doctoral Fellow will give a public lecture on his or her research.

The search for Mellon Fellows is open to scholars in all humanities disciplines, but we seek applicants whose work falls into one of the following broad subject areas:
*       Race and Diaspora Studies
*       History of Science/Technology
*       Empire and Colonial Studies
*       Memory Studies

The fellowship carries a $45,000 annual stipend, a $2,000 research account, and a comprehensive benefits package. To be eligible for consideration, applicants must have received their Ph.D. between January 1, 2009 and August 31, 2013 (i.e., PhD in hand by application period).

Application Deadline: October 28, 2013

Detailed eligibility requirements and application guidelines can be found here.

Applications must be submitted online. The submission period opens September 1, 2013.

Please address questions about these fellowships to: Dr. Nancy Castro, Associate Director of IPRH, at ncastro AT illinois.edu

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EIUC programme director job ad

JOB OPPORTUNITY:
E.MA Programme Director for the academic year 2013/2014

The European Inter-University Centre for Human Rights and Democratisation (EIUC) is seeking a qualified individual for the position of E.MA [European Master’s Programme in Human Rights and Democratisation] Programme Director for the academic year 2013/2014.

The position, which is being posted at the level of university professor or senior researcher, involves a combination of teaching, organisation, and various academic and practical responsibilities connected with the E.MA programme.

Working under the instructions of the E.MA and EIUC governing bodies and in cooperation with the EIUC Secretary General, the candidate selected will assume primary responsibility for the academic coordination of the E.MA programme a.y. 2013/2014. He or she will furthermore be involved in the development of new academic and research-based activities in the context of the EIUC.

Functions and tasks
The E.MA Programme Director will work as member of the permanent EIUC staff, based in Venice-Lido. Tasks will include the following:
*To coordinate the advanced planning of the E.MA programme;
*To oversee in the daily management of the E.MA programme – including the first semester field trip, which in recent years has been going to Kosovo – with a view to maintaining the excellent standards and academic coherence of the first semester courses;
*To establish advance contact with academic responsibles, lecturers and experts, and assist the academic responsibles and other lecturers in carrying out the scientific and educational programme;
*To supervise and coordinate E.MA Fellows in the performance of their tasks;
*To organise and teach seminars introducing one of the core disciplines (law, political science, international relations) of the E.MA programme;
*To set up and lead working groups and workshops incorporated in the academic programme;
*To oversee the assessment of student assignments;
*To exercise a proactive role in identifying and rectifying problems of an academic nature;
*To take a proactive role in the development of additional academic activities in the context of the EIUC; this may include initiating and facilitating research collaboration, academic publication, and the organisation of training courses, seminars and conferences.

Qualifications:
Doctorate in a relevant discipline (e.g. law, political science, international relations), teaching experience, good publication record, team-working ability, administrative experience. Excellent knowledge of English; proficiency in French. The selected candidate will be expected to take up the position no later than beginning of September 2013. Salary negotiable, depending on qualifications.

Deadline: The deadline for sending applications is 20 August 2013.

Please send a cover letter and a curriculum vitae in English to Florence Benoit-Rohmer, EIUC Secretary General, Monastery of San Nicolò, Riviera San Nicolò 26, Venezia-Lido 30126, Italy, by fax at: 0039-041-272-0914, or by email: florence.benoit-rohmer AT eiuc.org

Please note: the filling of the above position is contingent upon approval of funding by the European Commission.

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CFP I remember NCA…

Request for Proposals
I REMEMBER…. NCA Centennial Video Project

The National Communication Association (NCA), with 8,000 members is the largest communication association worldwide representing communication professors, students and professionals.  NCA is 100 years old in 2014 and Communication students, classes, or student organizations are invited to submit a proposal to record memories of past NCA conventions at the 2013 NCA Convention in Washington DC and produce a video for display at the 2104 Centennial NCA in Chicago, IL.  Applications are due by September 2, 2013.

Project specifications:  Individual interviews are to be conducted by “roving” videographers at the 2013 NCA Convention in Washington, DC, screened for appropriate content, representation of diversity and edited into a looping video that may be displayed at the 2014 Centennial NCA Convention in Chicago, IL pending approval by the NCA Centennial Planning Committee.  Videographers will also be responsible for collecting informed consent signatures at the time of the interview.  The video should capture a diversity of voices and memories including but not limited to: “What was your most memorable experience at an NCA convention? What experience at an NCA convention/conference had the most impact on your career development? What would you tell a junior colleague about your experiences in NCA?”  The planners will work with the students and NCA National Office to find a prime location from which to record interviews.

Eligibility:  Applicants must 1) be current communication undergraduate or graduate students who have a knowledge of video production, 2) have access to appropriate recording and editing equipment that you can bring with you, 3) have at least two members of the team in attendance at the 2013, November 21-24 National Communication Association Conference in Washington DC, 4) complete an approximately 30 minute edited, video by March 30, 2014, and 5) have a faculty sponsor to oversee the project at the convention and in post-production.

Compensation:  Reimbursement for editing and production costs, travel, hotel accommodations, and student registration for up to four students for the 2013 NCA Convention not to exceed a total of $5,000.

Applications should be submitted to Paaige K. Turner at turnerp AT slu.edu by September 2, 2013.  Award to be made by September 16, 2013.

1)     Applicant Information
a.      Name of Institution
b.     Name of student organization or course (if relevant)
c.      Names of individual students including contact information and relevant education/experience;  identify primary contact
2)     Statement of Interest
a.      Rationale for completing the project and attending the NCA convention.
b.     Project management plan (how would work be accomplished)
c.      Description of available video, audio and editing technology or resources
d.     Interview protocol including key questions and demographics
3)     Statement of support and commitment by Faculty Sponsor (including name, title, contact information)
4)     Budget for student travel and expenses (travel costs, hotel accommodations, and student registration for up to four students)
5)     Other information as desired

Paaige K. Turner, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Communication
Saint Louis University
3733 W. Pine Mall Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63109

CFP Nollywood: Nigerian movie making as glocal

Call for Chapters

Nollywood: Nigerian Movie-Making and Entertainment Culture in Glocal Perspective

In the last two decades, Nollywood, Nigeria’s movie and video industry, has undergone significant transformation, from a primarily home-video production and distribution system for local consumption to a sophisticated, internationally competitive entertainment industry with worldwide recognition. Its storytelling captures the experience, aspirations, and struggles of Africa and the African diaspora. This volume seeks to examine the impact and culture of Nollywood, as well as the local and global forces that influence its emergence and growth. The work will be published as part of the University Press of America’s Communication, Society and Change in Africa series. We invite chapter contributions that will examine various aspects of Nollywood such as, but not limited to, the following:
1.      History and evolution of Nollywood
2.      Nollywood’s narrative themes and film genres
3.      Challenges and triumphs of creativity and technological innovation in Nollywood
4.      Nollywood’s effect on African values and worldview
5.      Nollywood stars: Celebrity, fame, and personality cult
6.      Talent development in Nollywood
7.      Political influence of Nollywood
8.      Nollywood and the cultural representation of Africa
9.      Internal and external influences on Nollywood movie industry
10.     The economics of movie-making in Nollywood
11.     Effects of communication policies and regulation on Nollywood
12.     Nollywood on religion, spirituality, and metaphysics in Africa
13.     The future of Nollywood
14.     Competition and collaboration in the global marketplace
15.     Nollywood’s role in culture and social change
16.     Gender and sexuality in Nollywood movies.

All methodological approaches are welcomed. Proposals will be reviewed for conceptual framework, theoretical substance, methodological integrity, and intellectual contribution. Papers should be written in Chicago Manual of Style, 16th Edition.  Lengths of chapters are to be between 6,000-7,500 words, and typed double-spaced.

Interested contributors should submit 250-300-word abstract proposals or any inquiries to cfcnollywood AT gmail.com by August 31st, 2013.

Project Timeline:
Abstract Proposal Due: August 31, 2013
Notification of Acceptance of Proposal: September 30, 2013
Completed Paper Due: January 31, 2014
Expected Publication Date: June 30, 2014

Editors:
Ivon Alcime, Ph.D. (Western Connecticut State University)
Agaptus Anaele, Doctoral Candidate (Purdue University)
Bala A. Musa, Ph.D. (Azusa Pacific University)