Dear all, List members may be interested in the job announcement below. I would also appreciate it if you could distribute it further to any individuals who might be potentially eligible. Apologies if you have already received this via another source. Best wishes, Stefan
-- LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER IN HUMAN GEOGRAPHY, UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM, UK The School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (GEES) at the University of Birmingham seeks to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Human Geography. Our current research in this field includes groundbreaking scholarship in urban resilience, energy justice and landscapes, political and socio-technical transitions, international migration, connected communities and diverse economies. We are looking for an individual who will enhance our internationally leading research profile by developing their area of expertise as well as investing effort in collaborations with colleagues in the School, elsewhere in the University and beyond. Evidence of a strong track record in publishing work of the highest academic quality and impact, and (for a senior appointment) obtaining external research funding is important. The appointee will also be involved in the delivery and management of human geography teaching, and the supervision of postgraduate students within our thriving doctoral research community. We aim to attract an inspiring educator with a demonstrable ability to communicate effectively with researchers, learners, business, civil society and policy-makers. The closing date for applications is the 15th of May 2012. Further details can be found at: http://www.download.bham.ac.uk/vacancies/jd/47462.pdf For informal enquiries please contact Dr Stefan Bouzarovski (s.bouzarov...@bham.ac.uk) or Professor Jon Coaffee (j.coaf...@bham.ac.uk). -- Dr Stefan Bouzarovski Senior Lecturer in Human Geography Head of the Society, Economy and Environment Research Group Co-ordinator of the Energy, Society and Place Research Unit Erasmus and International Year Tutor School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences University of Birmingham Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT, United Kingdom http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/staff/profiles/gees/bouzarovski-stefan.aspx http://espru.wordpress.com