Chair in International Development La Trobe University

La Trobe University - School of Social Sciences/Institute of Human Security (IHS)

• Professor or Associate Professor
• Level D or E appointment
• Lead research capacity

La Trobe University Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is looking to appoint a Professor or Associate Professor in International Development.

International Development has been taught for many years at La Trobe, both as a major within the general BA and more recently as a separate degree, the Bachelor of International Development. It is situated within the School of Social Sciences, and is an interdisciplinary programme, with participation of staff from anthropology, history, politics, sociology, as well as other disciplines. It is characterized by a commitment to critical engagement with development practice. The Faculty emphasises the importance of high quality teaching, excellent research and contributions to the wider community.

The position
The successful applicant will provide leadership to the development of La Trobe's research and teaching capacity in International Development, both in the position of Director of the Institute of Human Security (IHS) and as a Professor or Associate Professor in the School of Social Sciences. As Director of IHS, he or she will develop La Trobe's capacity to bid successfully for research money and increase the Institute's role in national debates on efficacious policy in international development. He or she will also play a major role in the newly established Masters of International Development, attract and supervise higher degree research students and contribute to the undergraduate teaching in International Development.

The candidate
We are seeking a candidate with the following attributes:

• A relevant doctoral qualification and a record of research excellence, including success in winning competitive grants, in the field of International Development.
• Experience in teaching international development at either undergraduate or postgraduate level.
• Capacity to provide leadership to the area of International Development.
• Understanding of the field of International Development as it is practiced both nationally and internationally.

Regional expertise in South Asia, South East Asia, Latin America, or the Pacific is desirable, however applicants with other areas of regional expertise are encouraged to apply.

Closing date: 20th May 2012

Position Enquiries: Associate Professor Michael Connors - 9479 2691

As this position is being offered across different appointment levels, please indicate whether you wish to be considered at either/both levels and structure your application accordingly.

Please address Key Selection Criteria as set out in the Position Description and attach these with your application.

Applicants should include with their applications the names and contact details of three referees from whom reports may be sought. It would be appreciated if email addresses for the referees could be included.

To view the Position Description or for information on how to apply, please go to Apply Online and search 545658 under "Current Vacancies".

La Trobe University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For further enquiries on how to apply for this role, please contact People and Culture reception on +61 (03) 9479 1365.