The University of St Gallen seeks to appoint, in the context of a SNF-financed Research Grant, an
Research Assistant in Chinese Media, Literature & Culture (75%)
(14 months position, starting 1 February 2015)
University of St Gallen, Switzerland
This position is designed for work on a research project on contemporary Chinese literature, media and culture (English medium). The project examines Chinese literature, Internet writings, blogs, and works of art (1997-2013) to investigate issues including urban culture, globalization, gender, and the culture of consumption.
Desired qualifications include:
• PhD (or near completion) in Chinese Studies, Literary/Cultural Studies or Media Studies with a focus on China
• Excellent (native or near native) Chinese reading skills
• Excellent English writing skills
• Research experience
Salary according to SNF / University of St Gallen guidelines. The vacancy is open until filled. For inquiries please contact Ms Sisan Tang, email: [log in to unmask], Secretary to Professor Dr. Daria Berg, Chair of Chinese Culture and Society, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of St. Gallen, Girtannerstrasse 6, CH-9010 St Gallen, Switzerland, Tel. +41 71 224 28 71 (M-Th, 9am-1pm).
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