Friday, September 09, 2005

JOB: Socio-Cultural Study of Exercise and Sport, UBC

The September 30th deadline is approaching for applications to be
submitted for a position in the "Socio-Cultural Study of Exercise
and Sport" in the School of Human Kinetics at the University of
British Columbia. See below for details.

The School of Human Kinetics at the University of British Columbia
invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in
socio-cultural study of exercise and sport at the Assistant
Professor level. Appointment at a higher rank may be considered for
a woman or member of a designated equity group with exceptional
qualifications. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must have an earned doctorate in Human Kinetics or a
closely related field with a background in socio-cultural studies
and a promising record, or outstanding potential, in research and
teaching. Expertise in one of internationalism, globalization, or
multiculturalism as these pertain to exercise, physical activity or
sport is strongly preferred. A background in social theory and
research methodologies would be an asset. The appointment will
become effective July 01, 2006, and will be subject to final
budgetary approval. The salary will be commensurate with
qualifications and experience.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate
courses in their areas of specialty, supervise graduate students,
develop a well-defined program of research, secure external research
funding, and contribute to the affairs of the School.

The School of Human Kinetics is an interdisciplinary academic unit
focused on social, natural and biomedical science approaches to
sport, physical activity and health across the lifespan. The School
is committed to encouraging collaborative, interdisciplinary
research and teaching among its members as well as with other
university and extra-university groups. The School offers a newly
revised B.H.K. degree with specializations in Kinesiology and Health
Science, Physical and Health Education, and Interdisciplinary
Studies. The graduate program includes M.A., M.Sc., M.H.K.
(non-thesis), and Ph.D. degrees. Program enrolments are 800
undergraduate and 80 graduate students. Additional information
related to the School is available at http://www.hkin.educ.ubc.ca.

The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit and
is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified
persons to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be
given priority. The School is strongly committed to diversity
within its community and especially welcomes applications from
visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons
with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who
may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. The
University offers competitive salaries, start-up costs, and housing
assistance.

The closing date for applications is September 30, 2005.

A letter of application, curriculum vitae, contact information for
three referees, together with a statement of research interests and
copies of recently published articles (if available), should be sent
to:

Dr. Robert Sparks, Director
School of Human Kinetics
The University of British Columbia
210-6081 University Boulevard
Vanouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6T 1Z1

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