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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:11.0pt">Liebe Alle, <o:p>
</o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE" style="font-size:11.0pt">zwei weitere Stellenausschreibungen am Geographischen Institut der Uni Bern. Fragen zu den Stellen bitte direkt an Susan Thieme, Fragen zum Institut etc. beantworte auch ich sehr gerne.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE" style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE-CH" style="font-size:11.0pt">Viele Grüsse aus Bern
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE-CH" style="font-size:11.0pt">Alexander <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE-CH" style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE-CH" style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE-CH" style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE-CH" style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE-CH" style="font-size:11.0pt">--------<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">The Institute of Geography at the University of Bern is announcing a<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">PhD position in the unit Geography & Critical Sustainability Studies (3- 4 yrs.)<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">To develop and implement PhD research on the following theme:
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">Healthcare unbound: A transnational perspective on the future of the world of work in health care<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">The health sector in Switzerland shows the global trend of economization, oriented towards market-driven modes of governance. Cost-effectiveness started to dominate other, rather public, and common
good-related criteria. The recruitment of health workers (e.g. doctors, nurses, midwives, technical staff) from abroad allows for shifting costs of medical education and training and circulations of knowledge and technologies to budgets of other countries.
The outcome of this overemphasis on economic indicators is part of a more general tendency of the commodification of work, health and care-related knowledge and technologies and raises questions about capacities and capabilities for social, economic, ecological
innovation, emancipation, and justice in search for more sustainable ‘work’. The effects of the increasing commodification trends on the quality of work as perceived by the main target group of a health institution – the patients – is also widely unknown.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">Therefore, this research project addresses processes, actors and institutions related to the commodification of work, health and care-related knowledge (incl. professional education and training)
and technologies from a multi-scalar and translocal perspective. We aim at co-creating knowledge and contributing to debates about the future of the world of work in health care, based on inter- and transdisciplinary social learning among key actors of the
health care system and us as researchers. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">To empirically capture those questions the research should take Switzerland as an entry point and remain open to the translocal linkages the research will reveal. Similarly, the health care sector
could potentially also be linked with other related or comparable fields of work.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">We are seeking a candidate for research and teaching to join our team.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">The successful candidate will:
<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Realize an own PhD research project within the above-given lines with a clear commitment to debates on sustainability grounded in critical social theory
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Co-develop and conduct research in a transdisciplinary manner contributing to our
<a href="https://www.geography.unibe.ch/dienstleistungen/mlab/index_ger.html">mLAB</a> practices of applying and developing further methods for collaborations with researchers, research participants and artists
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Present their research at conference
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Co-organize research related events and having a strong interest in vital debates and exchange<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Show strong commitment to publication activities and academic qualification
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Supporting the groups teaching and self-management activities<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">Your qualifications:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">A completed Master’s degree in geography (with a focus on sustainability and/or labour, migration and mobilities, global health) or related fields such
as social anthropology or sociology<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Experience in qualitative empirical research methods (experience in transdisciplinary approaches, participatory, visual and/or artistic methods is a
strong asset) or strong interest to develop such skills<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Excellent language skills in English. German and/or French is an asset.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="DE" style="font-size:10.0pt">We offer: <o:p>
</o:p></span></b></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">A fully funded 3-4 yrs. PhD position (gross salary according to salary regulations of the Canton of Bern)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">An opportunity to work in an international and innovative environment with researchers, activists and artists comprising our
<a href="https://www.geography.unibe.ch/research/critical_sustainibility_studies/index_eng.html">
unit</a>, the <a href="https://www.geography.unibe.ch/about_us/the_institute/index_eng.html">
GIUB</a>, the <a href="https://www.geography.unibe.ch/dienstleistungen/mlab/index_ger.html">
mLAB</a> (an experimental space that brings together research, media, and art), <a href="https://www.igs-north-south.ch/Pages/default.aspx">
the International Graduate School (IGS) North-South</a> and exchange with the <a href="https://www.cde.unibe.ch/">
CDE</a> and <a href="https://www.izfg.unibe.ch/index_eng.html">IZFG</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">Applications should include a letter of motivation, a full CV, a 1-2 pages research idea and plan for the PhD research relating to the research theme, one writing sample (e.g. chapter Master Thesis),
contact information for one referee and copies of diplomas/diploma supplements.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;color:red">Deadline: October 27<sup>th</sup> 2021<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">Applications as a single PDF should be sent to Melina Weiss (<a href="mailto:melina.weiss@giub.unibe.ch">melina.weiss@giub.unibe.ch</a>). Questions about the position should be addressed to Prof.
Susan Thieme, <a href="mailto:susan.thieme@giub.unibe.ch">susan.thieme@giub.unibe.ch</a>. Interviews will be held between 8-10th November 2021.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">We value diversity and equal opportunity. The selection process builds on the criteria of the
<a href="https://betterscience.ch/en/#/">Better Science Initiative</a>. The desired starting date of the position is if applicable January 3rd 2022. Workplace is Bern.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">Post-doc position in the unit Geography & Critical Sustainability Studies (80 %, research & teaching, 4 yrs.)<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">To develop further research on the following theme:
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">Healthcare unbound: A transnational perspective on the future of the world of work in health care<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">The health sector in Switzerland shows the global trend of economization, oriented towards market-driven modes of governance. Cost-effectiveness started to dominate other, rather public, and common
good-related criteria. The recruitment of health workers (e.g. doctors, nurses, midwives, technical staff) from abroad allows for shifting costs of medical education and training and circulations of knowledge and technologies to budgets of other countries.
The outcome of this overemphasis on economic indicators is part of a more general tendency of the commodification of work, health and care-related knowledge and technologies and raises questions about capacities and capabilities for social, economic, ecological
innovation, emancipation, and justice in search for more sustainable ‘work’. The effects of the increasing commodification trends on the quality of work as perceived by the main target group of a health institution – the patients – is also widely unknown.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">Therefore, this research project addresses processes, actors and institutions related to the commodification of work, health and care-related knowledge (incl. professional education and training)
and technologies from a multi-scalar and translocal perspective. We aim at co-creating knowledge and contributing to debates about the future of work in health care, based on inter- and transdisciplinary social learning among key actors of the health care
system and us as researchers. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">To empirically capture those questions the research should take Switzerland as an entry point and remain open to the translocal linkages the research will reveal. Similarly, the health care sector
could potentially also be linked with other related or comparable fields of work.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">We are seeking a postdoctoral scholar for research and teaching to join our team.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">The successful candidate will:
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theory and taking into account power relations and questions of justice<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><a href="https://www.geography.unibe.ch/dienstleistungen/mlab/index_ger.html"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">mLAB</span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">’s
practices of applying and developing further methods for collaborations with researchers, research participants and artists<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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anthropology or sociology<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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is a strong asset)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">An 80 % four years position with a gross salary according to salary regulations of the Canton of Bern<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><a href="https://www.geography.unibe.ch/research/critical_sustainibility_studies/index_eng.html"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">unit</span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">,
the </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><a href="https://www.geography.unibe.ch/about_us/the_institute/index_eng.html"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">GIUB</span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">,
the </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><a href="https://www.geography.unibe.ch/dienstleistungen/mlab/index_ger.html"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">mLAB</span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">
(an experimental space that brings together research, media, and art) and exchange with the
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described above, one writing sample (e.g. article, chapter), contact information for two referees, and copies of diplomas/diploma supplements.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;color:red">Deadline: October 27<sup>th</sup> 2021<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">Applications as a single PDF should be sent to Melina Weiss (</span><span lang="DE" style="font-size:10.0pt"><a href="mailto:melina.weiss@giub.unibe.ch"><span lang="EN-US">melina.weiss@giub.unibe.ch</span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">).
Questions about the position should be addressed to Prof. Susan Thieme, </span><span lang="DE" style="font-size:10.0pt"><a href="mailto:susan.thieme@giub.unibe.ch"><span lang="EN-US">susan.thieme@giub.unibe.ch</span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">.
Interviews will be held between 8-10th November 2021. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">We value diversity and equal opportunity. The selection process builds on the criteria of the
</span><span lang="DE" style="font-size:10.0pt"><a href="https://betterscience.ch/en/#/"><span lang="EN-US">Better Science Initiative</span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt">. The desired starting date of the position is if applicable January
3rd 2022. Workplace is Bern.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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