CONCILIARE: Postdoc position in Social or Cultural Psychology at ULB

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CONCILIARE: Postdoc position in Social or Cultural Psychology at ULB

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Offer DescriptionPROJECT – As part of the Horizon 2023 project CONCILIARE (CONfidently ChangIng coLonIAl heritage), which has received funding under the Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Action, we are seeking a postdoctoral researcher. You will join a large international consortium consisting of seven European universities and various societal partners, including museums of colonial history and decolonial association.The CONCILIARE project will explore how colonial cultural heritage (CCH) is changing in response to decolonial movements across Europe in four key areas: textbooks, public spaces, museums, and products and traditions. The goal is to develop evidence-based approaches that enhance confidence and foster intergroup dialogue regarding these changes.JOB DESCRIPTION – As a postdoctoral researcher, you will be involved in two work packages. The majority of your efforts will be dedicated to WP3, led by ULB and Sapienza University, which examines how museum visitors react to the evolving presentation of cultural objects acquired during colonial times, including issues of provenance and restitution, as well as the portrayal of colonial history. Additionally, you will contribute to WP4, which focuses on public responses to changes in cultural consumption of products and traditions linked to CCH.ENVIRONMENT – This position is based at the Center for Social and Cultural Psychology (CeSCuP) at the Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB), a center with a strong expertise in areas such as intergroup relations, social identities, intercultural relations, and collective memories. You will work with Prof. Laurent Licata and join the CONCILIARE consortium.Where to apply E-mailLaurent.Licata@ulb.beRequirementsResearch Field Psychological sciences » Other Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsCANDIDATE – We are looking for a colleague with the following skills, competences and experiences:

• a PhD in the field of social or cultural psychology;
• experience with quantitative and qualitative research methods (the project includes interviews, focus groups, surveys, and experiments);
• excellent statistical analyses skills;
• a strong interest and theoretical expertise in intergroup relations, social identities, social representations, group-based emotions, collective memories, identities and culture;
• a scientific track record appropriate to the stage of their career;
• excellent communication skills, ability and willingness to work independently as well as in a larger team;
• excellent collaborative and organisational skills;
• high proficiency in English (C2 level), proficiency in French is an asset;

Specific RequirementsELIGIBILITY – Note that only people who have not lived or worked in Belgium for more than 24 months over the last 3 years immediately preceding the start of the contract and have defended their PhD since no longer than 8 years before the start of the position, are eligible for application. Feel free to get in touch informally to discuss this position.Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentLanguages FRENCH Level BasicAdditional InformationBenefitsThe net salary will be in line with the Belgian legislation (~3000€/month, full time) and includes social and medical benefits. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.Eligibility criteriaELIGIBILITY – Note that only people who have not lived or worked in Belgium for more than 24 months over the last 3 years immediately preceding the start of the contract and have defended their PhD since no longer than 8 years before the start of the position, are eligible for application. Feel free to get in touch informally to discuss this position.Selection processAPPLICATION – To apply for this position, please send a CV, and a cover letter (in English) as well as the names and contact information of 2 referees to Prof. Laurent Licata ( ). Deadline to apply is 22 September 2024. Interviews will be organized in early October. The postdoc position is funded for 27 months.Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Université libre de Bruxelles Country Belgium City Bruxelles Postal Code 1050 Street Avenue Franklin D. Roosevelt GeofieldContact State/ProvinceBruxelles CityBruxelles WebsiteStreetAvenue Franklin D. Roosevelt Postal Code1050 E-MailLaurent.Licata@ulb.beSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Fri, 30 Aug 2024 04:21:16 GMT

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