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16600000 - LS-AFRICAN STUDIES PROGRAM

University of Florida

Job Description


Classification Title:

Postdoctoral Associate

Job Description:

The Center for African Studies and Master of Sustainable Development Practice Program (MDP) is seeking a Postdoc Associate for a 2-2 teaching assignment to join the MDP faculty. This position will also advise MDP students and conduct their own research. This is a time-limited position that will begin August 16, 2023. The appointment will be for one-year with the possibility of a one-year renewal contingent on satisfactory performance and funding.

In Fall, the Instructor will teach the core MDP course Development Theory and Practice and co-teach the core MDP course Development Administration (in year two, the Instructor will co-teach the core MDP course Conservation and Development Practicum).

In Spring, the Instructor will teach the core MDP course Foundations of Economic Development in Africa and Latin America OR the elective MDP course Gender and Empowerment in Development AND co-teach the core MDP course Design and Methods for Sustainable Development Practice. The Instructor will take additional responsibility in advising students, including potentially serving as chair or member of supervisory committees. This advisory role will include providing guidance during the planning and implementation of student field practicums and in the analysis of the information generated from their capstone experiences.

In Summer, the incumbent will work closely with the MDP Director to develop and prepare course work for MDP related courses.

Expected Salary: $50,000 - $53,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Minimum Requirements:

PhD in appropriate Social Science discipline such as Economics, Sociology, Geography, Gender Studies, Environmental Studies, or Development Studies is required as well as demonstrated knowledge of and skills in methods of development research and practice. 

Candidates must have completed all degree requirements for an accredited PhD, or equivalent international degree program. An international degree must be verified through NACES.org before acceptance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Training and field experience in African Studies is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.

A complete application includes (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for the position, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) a statement on teaching and research goals, and (4) the names and email addresses of three references must be provided. After initial review, letters of recommendation will be requested from the references for selected applicants.

Applications will be reviewed beginning March 15, 2023, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/ .

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. If an accommodation due to disability is needed in order to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).

Health Assessment Required:  No

 


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