[Tps] TPS/ECPR Policy Network - 4 positions available at Institute of Development Studies, Sussex, UK

[Navdeep Mathur]

Research Fellows (Ref: 243)
Full time (35 hours per week)

The Participation Power and Social Change team are seeking to appoint
up to two new fellows; one appointment in the field civil society –
state relations and the second appointment is open to any of the
themes relevant to the work of the team: power and change at systemic,
organisational and personal levels of experience identities, rights
and social justice inclusive citizenship and governance

Candidates should have a PhD and a strong background in a relevant
discipline (although exceptionally, comparable research and practical
experience may be taken as a substitute). They should have an
excellent research and publication record with experience and interest
in bridging research with practice and policy, and be able to
demonstrate conceptual and applied skills concerning the constitution
and practice of power in connection with the inter-related processes
of societal, organisational and personal transformation. Candidates
should be highly fluent in written and spoken English. A strong
background in postgraduate teaching and convening is desirable

Salary: £29,927–£46,986 per annum depending on qualifications,
relevant skills and experience
Closing date: 07 January 2008 (11.00).
Interview date: February 2008.

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Research Fellows in Information, Communication, Knowledge and Social
Change (Ref: 250)
35 hours per week

We are seeking to appoint two Research Fellows within our Information
Department to contribute to an emerging research theme relating to
information, communication, knowledge and social change in an
international development context and help improve understanding of
the roles these play in positive social change – globally, locally and
institutionally.

We are offering a unique opportunity to link together the research and
practice of information, communication and knowledge within a vibrant
and dynamic department in one of the world's leading organisations for
research, teaching and communications on international development.

Applicants should have a demonstrated capacity for leadership and
innovation, with a demonstrable track record of independent research
and publication and/or practical experience in an information or
knowledge-related theme or field within a development context.

Candidates should have a doctorate, and/or equivalent demonstrable
research or practice experience. They should be able to demonstrate
how they would link analysis and research findings to policy and
practice. A commitment to working collaboratively and in teams with
colleagues and people from a range of cultural, disciplinary and
organizational backgrounds will be essential.

We offer an attractive salary, favourable holiday allowance, a
flexible working ethos and membership of the Universities
Superannuation Scheme. The post is based in Brighton, Sussex.

Please note that this post has the potential to meet UK Home Office
requirements for work permit criteria, therefore candidates who would
require a permit to work in the UK may apply.

Salary: Initial appointment will be between £29,927–£46,986 per annum
(depending on
experience).
Closing date: 15 February 2008 (11.00).
Interview date: 22 or 23 April 2008.