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GMT-5Subject: [SUNTA] Please announce: Postdoctoral Scholar in Social Justice &
Human Rights for 2019-2020 at Arizona State University-West
Call for Applications: Postdoctoral Scholar in Social Justice and Human Rights
TheSchool of Social and Behavioral Sciences in the New College of
Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences at Arizona State University is seeking
aPostdoctoral Research Scholar with expertise in Social Justice and Human
Rights (SJHR) for the Academic Year 2019-2020, with a possibility of a second
year based on availability of funds. There is the possibility of a start date
as early as Spring 2019. This scholar will be expected to conduct his or her
own independent program of research, teach 1 SJHR course per academic year, and
mentor B.A. and M.A. students. Preference will be given to candidates who can
collaborate with existing Social Justice and Human Rights faculty, whose
research and teaching is centered around the following themes—Migration and
Refugees, Gender in Comparative Context, and International Law.
The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences is presently in a period of
expansion and innovation around new initiatives and new programs. Since Fall
2017, the School has added eight new tenure- track faculty, two new
postdoctoral scholars, four new lecturers and a new School Director. The
current position is part of emerging Social Justice and Human Rights
initiatives at ASU, which include the possible development of a Global Human
Rights Center and the potential creation of a Ph.D. program. The School is
presently home to very successful campus-based undergraduate and Masters
programs in Social Justice and Human Rights. And, now it is pursuing the
ability to offer digital immersion graduate programs in this same field.
Required Qualifications: The successful candidate must a) have adoctoral degree
in sociology, political science, anthropology or related field by the time of
appointment; and, b) a record reflecting training and experience relevant to
the field of social justice and human rights.
Desired Qualifications: a) empirical and normative research experience and
interests that align with current faculty expertise in migration and refugees,
gender in a comparative context, and/or international law and organizations; b)
prior evidence of rigorous research activities fitting for the postdoctoral
level; c) a demonstrated ability to teach B.A. and/or M.A. students in this
field; and, d) an interest in promoting interdisciplinary collaborations in
research.
More information about ASU’s School of Social and Behavioral Sciences can be
found at https://newcollege.asu.edu/directory/sbs; more information about ASU’s ;
New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences can be found at
http://newcollege.asu.edu.
ASU has a strong commitment to a racially diverse faculty; one that is
reflective of contemporary America.
Deadline: November 15, if not filled, every two weeks thereafter until search
is closed.
Application procedure: Applications will only be accepted electronically via
Academic Jobs Online.
https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/11958
Requested material will include: 1) a letter of application; 2) a current
curriculum vitae with contact information; 3) a research statement; and, 4) the
names and contact information for three references (references will not be
contacted during initial review and will only be contacted after candidate
notification).
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a
criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials,
licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing
of the background check.
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal
Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be
considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin,
disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis
protected by law. ASU's full non-discrimination statement (ACD 401) and Title
IX policy are located athttps://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html and ;
https://www.asu.edu/titleIX . ;
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