The Ruhr-University Bochum is one of Germany´'s leading research
universities. The University draws its strengths from both the diversity
and the proximity of scientific and engineering disciplines on a single,
coherent campus. This highly dynamic setting enables students and
researchers to work across traditional boundaries of academic subjects and
faculties. Host to 32,600 students and 4,700 staff, the Ruhr University is
a vital institution in the Ruhr area, which has been selected as European
Capital of Culture for the year 2010.

Junior Professorship in Art History with particular emphasis on the New
Media (non-permanent)

The Faculty of Historical Sciences is seeking to fill the above position
in the Institute of Art History (W1 on the German professorial scale) by
01 October 2010 for three years in the first instance.

The successful applicant will cover the History of Modern Art in a wide
range of media. A particular focus on the history of photography is
essential, as is the willingness to cooperate in the various research
projects of the Institute of Art History.

Applicants must have a relevant first degree and a good record in academic
teaching. They should also show a particular aptitude for research,
generally through an outstanding PhD. The ability to initiate research
projects capable of generating third-party funding is essential. The PhD
must have been awarded no more than 5 years prior to starting the Junior
Professorship; additional academic activities are considered an advantage.

Ruhr-University Bochum is an equal opportunities employer.

To apply please send a covering letter together with documentation of your
career to date (no publications) to the following address:

An den
Dekan der Fakultaet für Geschichtswissenschaft
der Ruhr-Universitaet Bochum
Postfach 10 21 48
44780 Bochum
Germany

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