Daily Archives: 30 January 2017

The Centre for the History of Emotions (University of Queensland Node): Research Fellow x2 – Call For Applications

The UQ Node of the Centre for the History of Emotions
Research Fellow

Salary (FTE): Academic Research Level A4 ($81,545.80 – $87,535.13)
Work type: Full Time – Fixed Term
Location: St Lucia, Brisbane, QLD

The role

The successful candidates will develop a research project related to any aspect of the history of emotions in any field of English literature from, roughly, the twelfth century to the present. They will engage in research and publication associated with the project, and, where appropriate, will develop other independent and collaborative research projects.

The person

Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant field of English literature, and should also show evidence of an existing or emerging profile in research (for example, high-quality publications or conference presentations). The candidate must be able independently to construct and carry out the proposed research project.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion.

Applications are particularly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. For further information please contact our Australian Indigenous Employment Coordinator at: atsi_recruitment@uq.edu.au

Applications are also encouraged from women.

Remuneration

These are full-time, fixed term appointments at Academic level A, for a period of either 6 or 12 months. The appointment period must conclude no later than 31/5/2018, to comply with the funding arrangements. The remuneration package will be in the range $81,546 – $87,535 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $89,292 – $102,416 p.a.).

For full detail and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.uq.edu.au/caw/en/job/500101/research-fellow

Applications close 22 February, 2017.

Imitation and Innovation: Uses of the Past in the Medieval and Early Modern World – Call For Papers

Imitation and Innovation: Uses of the Past in the Medieval and Early Modern World
The Eleventh MEMSA Conference
Durham University
11–12 July, 2017

The use of the past is a theme which transcends disciplinary boundaries, and has contemporary as well as historical resonance. This is manifested in a physical sense through the moulding of and engagement with landscapes, the manufacture and (re)use of material culture, and in a more abstract sense through the creation and manipulation of memory and identity which form the core of social ideas and mentalities about the world.

This year’s MEMSA Conference will focus on how people in the Medieval and Early Modern World engaged with, understood, and interpreted the past, in order to explore the ways in which they perceived and sought to shape their own world. In doing so, we will also be able to gain a greater awareness of how past worlds still contribute to shaping our own present perceptions.

We welcome abstract submissions from postgraduates and early career researchers from any discipline engaged in the study of the Medieval and Early Modern periods, including History, Literature, Archaeology, Theology, Art, Music, Languages, and Culture. Possible presentation themes may include, but are not limited to:

  • (Re)use of landscape, architecture, artefacts, and art
  • Myths, legends and oral tradition
  • Memory, remembering and memorials
  • Perceptions of truth and authority
  • Creation and reworking of historical narratives
  • Translation and adaptation of literary texts
  • Religious and political reform
  • Reform, restoration and revolution
  • Progression, improvement and enlightenment
  • The production of knowledge and networks of learning
  • Links to the ancient world
  • Technological developments
  • Destruction of peoples / suppression of ideas
  • Later interpretations of the period, e.g. in film, literature and education

In addition to the panels, the conference will include two keynote addresses, by Dr Helen Smith (University of York, CREMS), and Dr Len Scales (Durham University, Department of History). There will also be an opportunity to take a tour of Durham Cathedral and Castle for any interested delegates.

Please send abstracts of 200-300 words to memsaconference2017@gmail.com for papers no longer than 20 minutes by Friday 14 April, 2017.

For more information, please visit our blog, website, or sponsor’s pages:
durhammemsa.wordpress.com * dur.ac.uk/imems/memsa * dur.ac.uk/imems
Arranged with the support of Durham University’s Institute of Medieval and Early Modern Studies