Job Information
- Organisation/Company
- Università Ca' Foscari Venezia
- Department
- Department of Philosophy and Cultural Heritage
- Research Field
- History » History of science
- Researcher Profile
- First Stage Researcher (R1)Recognised Researcher (R2)
- Country
- Italy
- Application Deadline
- Type of Contract
- Temporary
- Job Status
- Other
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
- Not funded by an EU programme
- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
- No
Offer Description
Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to conducting bibliographic research (and archival whereas possible) to trace the historical evolution of the Nuclear Anthropocene concept, including its scientific, political, and cultural dimensions also in consideration of the recent findings of radiogenic fallout as the golden spike of the Anthropocene. The candidate will also contribute to co-organize and design activities such as an international and interdisciplinary workshop/conference, and public engagement initiatives.
Requirements
- Research Field
- History » History of science
- Education Level
- PhD or equivalent
The interview, which will be held in English and telematically, aims to ascertain the skills on the following topics:
- knowledge of anthropocene theory and contemporary studies from both a geostratigraphic and cultural-historical;
- knowledge of the history and epistemology of biosphere studies, global ecology, and science of the earth system;
- knowledge of the nuclear age, transnational dialogue on radiogenic fallout, and nuclear winter theory;
- knowledge of Cold War history and scientific diplomacy on environmental issues and Soviet contribution;
- ascertainment of knowledge of the Italian language for foreign candidates.
Knowledge of the English Language is a fundamental requirement and the interview will be held in this language.
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Good
Additional Information
The research fellowship amounts to 19.367,00 Euros per year, including taxes and social charges.
The selection is made through evaluation of candidates' scientific and professional qualifications, curriculum vitae, scientific production, followed by an interview
Short-listed candidates will be invited for the interview on April 10th 2024 at 10:00 am (Rome CET) via Google Meet.
The interview will be held in English and in remote only. Further details on how to connect online will be published alongside the convocation notice.
The short-list of the candidates admitted to the interview and the related calendar, or any postponement, will be published on the University’s webpage on April 3rd 2024.
- Website for additional job details
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Università Ca' Foscari Venezia
- Country
- Italy
- City
- Venezia
- Postal Code
- 30123
- Street
- Dorsoduro 3246
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
Contact
- City
- Venice
- Website
- Street
- Dorsoduro 3246
- Postal Code
- 30123
- ricerca.fbc@unive.it