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Reader in Renaissance Studies, Queen Mary, University of London -School of English & Drama

Queen Mary's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is embarking on the latest phase of strategic investment to recruit excellent researchers and teachers who can contribute to the achievement of its ambitious and exciting plans.

English seeks to appoint a Reader of international standing with an outstanding track record in research, teaching and academic leadership. We seek someone who will play a prominent role in our research and teaching programmes through innovative critical and pedagogical practice, both individually and through collaboration with others. We invite applications from excellent candidates in any area of early-modern studies, but we especially welcome applications from those who will extend the historical reach of our scholarship, expand the cultural breadth of our work, and offer original perspectives on our interdisciplinary and archival study. The post is full time and permanent, starting from 1 September 2013 or as soon as possible thereafter. Starting salary will be within the range £50,627 – £56,185. Benefits include 30 days annual leave, defined benefit pension scheme and interest-free season ticket loan. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

Details about the School of English and Drama can be foundat www.sed.qmul.ac.uk

Details about the English Department can be found at www.english.qmul.ac.uk

Further details and an application form can be found at: http://www.jobs.qmul.ac.uk 

The closing date for applications is 30th March 2013. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 22nd May 2013.