Postdoctoral Fellow in Decolonising Screen Worlds SOAS University of London - School of Arts
The role and its responsibilities
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Decolonising Screen Worlds will join an exciting new ERC-funded project “Screen Worlds: Decolonising Film and Screen Studies” full time for two years. They will be responsible for co-leading Case Study 3 (“Decolonising Film and Screen Studies”) with the Principal Investigator. They will be responsible for the following deliverables: making a 30-minute documentary film and six, short audio-visual essays related to the topic of “decolonising screen worlds”; researching and publishing two journal articles; assisting the PI in editing the volume Decolonising Film and Screen Studies; and working with the Screen Worlds team to develop and distribute our “Decolonising Film and Screen Studies” toolkits. Beyond this, the Postdoctoral Research Fellow may be expected to help to disseminate the results of the research at related workshops, conferences, film festivals, and through online media dissemination on the project website and elsewhere. They need to support the PI in realising the overall vision for the project and show creativity and initiative.
Skills and experience
The successful candidate must have a PhD in a related field, or be very close to completion of a PhD in a related field (i.e. film/screen studies, with a strong practice element). The candidate needs to have a deep knowledge of decolonising theories and to show engagement with current decolonising debates and movements. Excellent filmmaking skills, and communication skills in general, are vital. Discipline, creativity, a team-player attitude, and a commitment to the goals of the “Screen Worlds” project are very important.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please complete the short online application form and attach you CV and Personal Statement. Further information can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities.
Closing date: Monday, 20 April 2020
Completed applications must be received by 23:59 on the closing date to be considered.
Interviews will provisionally be held Early May 2020
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