The Centre for European Studies at Carleton University in Ottawa invites applications for the position of Publications and Liaison Officer. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a Canada-Europe network of research excellence (www.canada-europe-dialogue.ca). The position will commence in February 2012 for a one year period, but may be subject to renewal for up to three years. The person filling the position will be responsible for working with the Project Director in editing and disseminating policy-oriented research publications to relevant constituencies in Canada and Europe (see canada-europe-dialogue.ca/publications for samples) as well as pre-screening submissions and coordinating the blind review process for the Review of European and Russian Affairs online journal (www.carleton.ca/rera). The position involves managing multiple communications vehicles (including the website), and interacting with project partners; it also involves administrative work, including event planning and supervision of student assistants. This is a part-time position (15 -20 hours per week, initially). The pay rate will be commensurate with incumbent’s qualifications.
Required qualifications and experience include the following:
• Expertise in European integration, EU/European policy studies and or external relations;
• An advanced degree in the social sciences (minimum completed MA, PhD preferable);
• Excellent writing and communication skills including native knowledge of English as well as oral and written competence in French;
• Experience in editing, including proofreading for language errors and argument consistency as well as ensuring professional layout and presentation
• Good interpersonal communication, networking, teamwork abilities;
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and to project development;
• Familiarity with Canada and Canadian government;
• Experience in utilizing a variety of communication vehicles (e.g., websites, policy publications and briefings, innovative electronic media, workshops, and working groups )
Applications should be sent by e-mail to Natasha Joukovskaia, Manager, Centre for European Studies, natasha_joukovskaia@carleton.ca
Applicants should provide
• letter of application explaining interest in the position and relevant experience;
• a curriculum vita;
• graduate academic transcripts (copies may be submitted initially, originals maybe requested);
• a writing sample in English as well as evidence of knowledge of French
• two confidential letters of reference (sent directly by the referee by email to natasha_joukovskaia@carleton.ca)
Consideration of applications will commence on January 22, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. For further information, contact the Project Director, Prof. Joan DeBardeleben, at joan_debardeleben@carleton.ca.
This position is supported by grant from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada under it Strategic Knowledge Clusters program.
Carleton University is committed to equality of employment for women, aboriginal peoples, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Persons from these groups are encouraged to apply.
