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Early stage researcher for ITN TESIS: non-representational ways of understanding early forms of pretence and imaginative play
Organization: University of Hertfordshire
Location: Hatfield, UK
Field: Philosophy
Requirements:
The candidate must have a relevant background in philosophy and/or cognitive science.
Abstract:
The project, under the supervision of Daniel D. Hutto, is to explore (i) the theoretical possibility of non-representational ways of understanding early, pre-linguistic forms of pretence and (ii) how socio-cultural practices might influence imaginative play.
Description:
The project, under the supervision of Daniel D. Hutto, is to explore (i) the theoretical possibility of non-representational ways of understanding early, pre-linguistic forms of pretence and (ii) how socio-cultural practices might influence imaginative play. Research will focus on how these practices could serve as a bridge between embodied intersubjective engagements and the acquisition of narrative-based modes of understanding others. Lines of empirical investigation may include: (1) the course and stages of children’s development; (2) the modes and quality of interaction during their early years as they progress from pretend play to more discursive narrative practices; and (3) the constants and variables of such engagements (e.g. reference to mental state terms by children, caregivers and/or in children’s narratives). The candidate must have a relevant background in philosophy and/or cognitive science.
Selected candidates will become Marie Curie fellows. They will sign a full employment contract with their host institution including pension rights, and full security. They will benefit from very competitive salary conditions (in the range of £25,101 - £29,972) including living, mobility and travel allowance as well as a fixed sum for prospectory career activities. Other advantages include: a career guidance support, attendance to international events such as conferences, workshops and summer schools.
Please make your application online at http://www.herts.ac.uk/jobs/ indicating job reference No. 003888 (under Research Vacancies). Applications will be accepted between April 26, 2011 and the closing date May 31, 2011. No applications will be accepted before April 26 or after May 31.
Deadline: 31-05-2011
Contacts:
Link: http://www.herts.ac.uk/jobs/
Email: d.d.hutto@herts.ac.uk
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