[Jobs] Postdoc opportunity - University of Delaware

[Leora Lawton]

> The  President's Diversity Initiative at the University of Delaware,
> in collaboration with the  Center for the Study of Diversity, invites
> applications from recent Ph.D. graduates for two postdoctoral
> positions. The purpose is to promote early career scholars who are
> doing work that furthers our understanding of diversity. We are
> particularly interested in those who can contribute to
> interdisciplinary understanding in any of the following areas:
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> Diversity, Access, and Educational Policy
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> Health, Environment, and Social Inequalities
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> These positions will be awarded for a one-year period beginning
> September 1, 2013 through August 31, 2014, renewable for a second
> year. Postdoctoral scholars will work with senior mentors and peers
> and will be expected to teach one course during each year in
> residence, as well as participating in faculty development
> opportunities provided by the Office of the President's Diversity
> Initiative. The time in residence will include mentoring experiences
> that will help these scholars publish their scholarly work, develop
> strong teaching skills, and learn about funding opportunities.
>
> Postdoctoral scholars will be expected to engage with the activities
> of the Center for the Study of Diversity and may also be affiliated
> with other Centers/Institutes at the University, depending on the area
> of research. These scholars will be expected to share their work with
> other UD faculty either by a formal lecture, colloquium, or other
> appropriate venue.
>
> All requirements for the Ph.D. must be completed before the start
> date, with strong preference for those who have earned their degree
> within the last two years. Applicants must not have another employment
> obligation to follow this appointment. Postdoctoral scholars will
> receive a salary of $60,000 plus University health care benefits.
> Postdoctoral scholars will have full access to the University of
> Delaware Library and will be given $5000 in support for research and
> /or professional travel expenses, as well as a computer and full
> access to the university IT resources. The term for these positions
> extends from September 1, 2013 until August 31, 2014.
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> For additional information and to apply please visit
> http://www.udel.edu/001548.
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> For questions, please contact: President's Diversity Initiative
> pdi at udel.edu
>
> Pier Gabrielle Foreman
> Ned B. Allen Professor of English
> University of Delaware
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Dr. Leora Lawton
Executive Director, Berkeley Population Center
 & Lecturer, Sociology Dept.
112A Survey Research Center
Corner Channing & Bowditch
(510) 643-1270 (office)
(510) 928-7572 (cell)
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