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JOB POSTINGS
Sponsored by the Study of Islam Section, American
Academy of Religion
Below is a list of positions in Islamic studies
starting Fall 2010. Applications for these positions come due in Fall
2009 or Spring 2010.
You should also consult the employment listings
compiled by the Middle
East Studies Association.
American University in Beirut, Lebanon
The Civilization Sequence Program (CVSP) at the American University of
Beirut (AUB) invites applications for two positions to begin September
15, 2010. The positions are in Islamic philosophy with a comparative
interest in European medieval philosophy and 19th century studies with
a comparative interest in the Middle East. Appointments are normally at
the Assistant Professor level for an initial period of four years.
Visiting appointments and/or appointments at higher ranks may also be
considered. Both positions require a Ph.D. by the time of appointment.
The CVSP is a service program which offers a number of
interdisciplinary undergraduate humanities courses. Course load is
normally nine hours a week. The language of instruction is English. The
successful candidate for these positions will be required to teach core
courses from the ancient to contemporary periods on a regular basis and
will also be offered the opportunity to develop and teach undergraduate
courses in service of the CVSP mission close to his/her research
fields. For the core courses, faculty also participate by giving
occasional common lectures to a large multi-sectioned audience. To
apply please send cover letter, CV, sample syllabus of an
interdisciplinary undergraduate course, and one representative research
article. In addition, arrange for three letters of reference to be sent
to Patrick McGreevy (address below).
Electronic submissions may be sent to as_dean@aub.edu.lb. All
application materials and letters of reference should be received by
December 1, 2009. For more information on this position, please visit http://www.aub.edu.lb/fas/
The American University of Beirut is an Affirmative Action, Equal
Opportunity Employer.
Contact Info: Patrick McGreevy Dean, Faculty of Arts and Sciences
American University of Beirut
c/o 3 Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, 8th Floor
New York, NY 10017-2303
OR Patrick McGreevy Dean, Faculty of Arts and Sciences
American University of Beirut
P.O. Box 11-0236
Riad El-Solh
Beirut 1107 2020 Lebanon
Phone:009611340599
Fax: 009611744461
Email:as_dean@aub.edu.lb Website: http://www.aub.edu.lb/fas/
Bard College:
Islam
Bard College, as part of its continuing search for
an Islamicist to serve within its well-developed undergraduate program
in Religion, invites inquiries from scholars who have earned the degree
of Ph.D. or its equivalent. Service at the College might include
participating in conferences sponsored by Bard's Institute of Advanced
Theology, involving close collaboration with colleagues expert in other
religious traditions. Appointment to be made at rank appropriate to the
successful applicant's experience and standing in the field, the
College is open to visiting or permanent arrangement.
Bard College is a highly selective college of the
liberal arts and sciences located 2 hours north of NYC in the Hudson
Valley. Bard has a strong tradition of progressive education, academic,
literary, and artistic innovation.
Please send cv, letter of interest describing
research and teaching, evidence of teaching experience, writing sample,
and three letters of recommendation by electronic submission to
hr-sst09-044@bard.edu. ( Word attachments) Address your application to
Dr Bruce Chilton, Chair. Inquiries to: Chilton@bard.edu. Applications
will be reviewed immediately as received. Bard College is an equal
opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals who
contribute to its diversity. AA/EOE
Barnard College:
Islam
The Religion Department at Barnard College seeks
applications for an Assistant Professor in the field of Islam. The area
of specialization (e.g., historical period, geographical region,
theoretical/ methodological approach) is open, but the successful
candidate will be conversant in broad questions that currently animate
the academic study of religion, including theoretical and comparative
concerns, and interested in teaching in such a framework. Documented
competency in the relevant languages for research in the field is
essential. We welcome applications from candidates who can contribute
substantively to the College's Africana Studies program.
All members of the Barnard Religion department
participate in one or more of the College's interdisciplinary
undergraduate programs, as well as the Graduate School of Arts and
Sciences at Columbia University. Complete applications should include a
cover letter addressing research interests and teaching philosophy; a
current c.v.; a short writing sample (e.g., a published article, a
dissertation chapter, or the like); teaching evaluations (if
available); and three confidential letters of recommendation. Evidence
of teaching excellence and a serious research program are essential.
Review of applications will begin on October 8, 2009.
Please send applications and dossiers/letters of recommendation to:
Professor Elizabeth A. Castelli
Chair, Religion Department
Barnard College
3009 Broadway
New York, NY 10027
Barnard College is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and encourages applications from women and individuals from
underrepresented groups.
Case Western Reserve University
Islamic Studies
The Department of Religious Studies at Case Western Reserve University
invites applications for a faculty position with expertise in the
academic study of Islam. All areas of specialization will be
considered. Knowledge of appropriate research languages is required.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in theory
and method in the academic study of religion as well as courses in
Islamic Studies. Rank is open, but appointment at the Assistant
Professor level is preferred. Candidates at the assistant level should
have the PhD in hand at the time of appointment and preferably some
publications; candidates for the associate level should have a
substantial record of peer-reviewed publications, including at least
one book-length monograph; candidates for appointment at the level of
professor will have a national reputation for expertise in the
candidate’s line of research and a distinguished record of publication,
in accord with the qualifications necessary for tenure and promotion at
our institution as stated in the Faculty Handbook and in the tenure and
promotion standards of the Department of Religious Studies. The normal
teaching load is two courses per semester.
Case Western Reserve University offers the student quality and class
size of a strong liberal arts college, within one of the nation’s major
research universities. Complete applications will include a letter
describing the applicant's academic background and prior teaching
experience, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample, and three letters of
recommendation (sent separately by the recommender) to Professor Deepak
Sarma c/o Lauren Gallitto; Department of Religious Studies, Case
Western Reserve University; 111 Mather House, 11201 Euclid Avenue;
Cleveland, OH 44106-7112; or e‐mail these materials to
lauren.gallitto@case.edu. Applications received by February 1, 2010
will receive full review. Additional information about the CWRU
Department of Religious Studies may be found at http://www.case.edu/artsci/rlgn/.
In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is an
equal opportunity, employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and
student body. Women and underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Franklin and
Marshall College
Visiting Assistant Professor, Islamic World
Pending administrative approval, the Department of History at Franklin
& Marshall College invites applications for a one-year position at
the Visiting Assistant Professor level, beginning Fall 2010. The
successful candidate will teach a two-semester introductory survey as
well as upper-level courses; ability to teach history of modern Middle
East a plus. Ph.D. in hand; teaching experience required.
Teaching load is 3/2. Candidates should send a letter of
application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, three letters of
recommendation, teaching and research statements, and teaching
evaluation forms to Maria Mitchell, Chair,
Department of History, Franklin & Marshall College, P.O. Box 3003,
Lancaster, PA 17604-3003. We will not accept application materials
electronically. Deadline for applications is February 12, 2010.
Franklin &
Marshall College is a highly selective liberal arts college with a
demonstrated commitment to cultural pluralism. EOE.
Contact Info:
Dr. Maria Mitchell
Department of History
Franklin & Marshall College
P.O. Box 3003
Lancaster, PA 17604-3003
phone: 717-291-4241; fax: 717-358-4518
maria.mitchell@fandm.edu
Website: http://www.fandm.edu/history.xml
German Institute of Global and Area
Studies (GIGA), Hamburg, Germany
Two Research Fellows/Senior Research Fellows in
Middle Eastern Studies
The GIGA German Institute of Global and Area
Studies / Leibniz-Institut fur Globale und Regionale Studien seeks to
hire two Research Fellows/Senior Research Fellows in Middle Eastern
Studies.
The successful candidates will work on either Political Islam/Islamism,
Social and Political Transformation and/or Conflict Studies (preferably
the Middle East conflict), Comparative Research on Authoritarianism.
Applicants at the research-fellow level should have demonstrable
research capabilities; applicants at the senior research-fellow level
should have an established research record. The initial contract will
run for three years, with the possibility of extension or tenure. The
salary is commensurate with TV-AVH/TV�D EG13.
Desired qualifications: Regional expertise on the Middle East; Ph.D. in
Islamic studies, political science, history or sociology; Publications
in recognized academic journals; Excellent skills in Arabic and
English, other regional language skills (Persian, He-brew, Turkish) if
applicable; Political consulting experience.
The position is available as of 1 January 2010; screening of
applications will begin on 15 November 2009.
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Applications must include a covering letter, CV, contact details for
three referees, a list of publications, and two work samples (maximum).
They can be sent by mail or e-mail to: Prof. Dr. Henner Fuertig, GIGA
Institute of Middle East Studies, Neuer Jungfernstieg 21, 20354
Hamburg, Germany. E-mail: imes@giga-hamburg.de
Grinnell College
Middle Eastern History and Islamic Religious
Traditions
Tenure-track (Middle Eastern History and Islamic
Religious Traditions). Specialization in the modern period (post-1800)
preferred; specialization in other periods considered. This will be a
joint appointment in the Religious Studies and History Departments.
Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate
Professor possible. The successful candidate will play a key role in
the college's current initiative to develop a broader interdisciplinary
curriculum of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies. For complete
description and application instructions, please see http://www.grinnell.edu/offices/dean/facpos/facposopen/his02.
AA/EOE
Ithaca College, New York
Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy
& Religion
Position to teach courses in World Religions;
ability to teach Introduction to Islam and other courses to complement
the department’s religion curriculum. This is a Tenure-eligible
position, beginning August 16, 2010. Interested individuals should
apply online at www.icjobs.org. Questions
about online application may
be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-1207. Review
of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the
position is filled. Preliminary interviews will take place at the
American Academy of Religion National Meeting in Montreal, November
7-10, 2009.
Kenyon College
Visiting Assistant Professor, Religion in the
Americas and/or Africa
The Department of Religious Studies at Kenyon
College is accepting applications for a visiting assistant professor
for 2010/2011 academic year. We are interested in candidates with
expertise in some combination of the following: religion in America
(USA) including African-American and Native American religious
traditions; African Diaspora religions; and religion in Africa
including African traditional religions, Islam, and Christianity.
Candidates who have or will have completed the PhD degree by the summer
of 2010 are encouraged to apply. Candidates in the advanced stages of
completing their dissertations may be considered. To apply, please
submit the following materials, using the online application system at
https://employment.kenyon.edu: a letter of application, curriculum
vitae, three letters of reference, and two writing samples.
We will commence reading applications in early
October and will accept application until November 20. We will conduct
preliminary interviews during the AAR conference in Montreal. Kenyon
College is a highly selective, nationally ranked, private, residential,
liberal-arts college that emphasizes excellence in teaching and takes
pride in its community spirit. Located among the farms and deciduous
forests of Knox County in central Ohio
Macalester College:
Wallin Postdoctoral Fellowship in International
Studies, focus on Islamic World Studies
Macalester College invites applications for a two-year Winston &
Maxine Wallin Postdoctoral Faculty Fellowship from recent PhDs who
focus on the Islamic world, broadly understood. Candidates may come
from any social-science or humanities discipline. Preference will be
given to applicants with the ability to teach transnationally engaged
courses which include an interdisciplinary dimension. The Department of
International Studies at Macalester is a broad and deep nexus for the
multi-perspectival exploration of globalizations old and new, in
research and in undergraduate education. The Fellowship, whose
funding is provided by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and Winston
& Maxine Wallin Endowment, will begin September 2010 and entails
half-time teaching. The Fellow will offer one course each semester: an
introductory course in the fall, and a more specialized course in the
spring. Candidates should have completed their PhD within the last five
years, be interested in teaching in a rigorous liberal arts
environment, and hold promise of substantial original scholarship. The
Fellowship includes a $57,000 salary plus benefits and funds to support
research and travel.
Initial applications, which consist of a detailed cover letter that
includes a description of teaching interests, plus a CV, may be
delivered electronically by going to the listing of this position at www.academicjobsonline.org, and
following the instructions given there. Alternatively, you may submit
these materials to Kendrick Brown, PhD, Associate Dean of the Faculty,
Macalester College, 1600 Grand Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105 USA.
Questions about our position are welcomed at intl@macalester.edu. We
also invite you to visit our departmental website at www.macalester.edu/internationalstudies
for further perspective. Applications received by November 15th, 2009
will receive first consideration. Macalester College is a highly
selective, private liberal arts college in the vibrant
Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area, which has a population of
approximately three million and is home to numerous colleges and
universities including the University of Minnesota. Macalesterąs
diverse student body comprises over 1800 undergraduates from 48 states
and over 75 countries. The College maintains a long-standing commitment
to academic excellence with a special emphasis on internationalism,
multiculturalism, and service to society. We are especially interested
in applicants dedicated to both teaching and research/creative activity
within a liberal arts college community. As an Equal Opportunity
employer supportive of affirmative efforts to achieve diversity,
Macalester strongly encourages applications from women and members of
underrepresented minority groups.
Contact Info: Kendrick Brown, PhD, Associate Dean of the Faculty
Macalester College
1600 Grand Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55105 U.S.A.
Website: http://www.macalester.edu/internationalstudies/
McDaniel College
Assistant Professor of Religious Studies: Islam
The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies
at McDaniel College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant
professor in Religious Studies with a primary specialization in
contemporary Islam (geographical concentration open). In addition to
developing and teaching courses on Islam, candidates should be prepared
to contribute generally to a program in the study of religions within a
secular, liberal arts setting and to participate in interdisciplinary
teaching in at least one other field, such as global philosophy,
women's studies, environmental studies, media studies, or post-colonial
literature and theory. Applicants must be willing to participate in the
College's First Year Seminar and other general education programs.
Ph.D. preferred but ABD candidates are encouraged to apply. The ideal
candidate will combine excellence in teaching with scholarly potential.
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of
reference, and statements on teaching philosophy and areas of research
interest, preferably electronically, to
http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/apply/religion or to Religious Studies Search,
Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, McDaniel College,
Westminster, MD 21157. Review of applications will begin November 15,
2009, and continue until the position is filled.
One of forty colleges and universities nationwide
known for its success at changing the lives of its students, McDaniel
College is a selective liberal arts college located in central
Maryland, an hours drive from Baltimore and Washington, DC. Its primary
commitment is to outstanding teaching and to fostering critical and
creative thinking and humane and responsible action. McDaniel College
is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity institution and welcomes
applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support
diversity.
NATO Parliamentary Assembly, Brussels
Middle East Research Position (6 months - 1 year)
This is an excellent work opportunity in an international organization
for those who have recently completed their Masters or Ph.D. degrees in
international affairs and similar fields.
The successful candidate will work with the GSM Director and with other
members of the team to research and produce reports on security,
conflict, political and governance related to the Middle East region as
well as on issues on broader issues of trans-Atlantic concern. Main
responsibilities will include: providing analysis on key political,
social and security issues affecting the Middle East region; drafting
and editing Committee reports; preparing briefing papers and speeches
setting out report findings and policy recommendations; and providing
administrative support for the organization of Committee visits.
Profile requirements: Master's degree or PhD in international or
comparative politics, middle eastern studies, security studies, or
related social science discipline; in depth knowledge of wider Middle
East issues; working experience in an international setting, preferably
with an international organization and/or NATO; excellent interpersonal
and communication skills; excellent writing and analytical skills;
ability to work closely with a team as well as independently; fluency
in English and French, knowledge of Arabic highly preferred.
Applications for the position, which starts in January 2010, should be
received by 25 October 2009.
In order to apply, candidates should send their full application (cover
letter,CV and two letters of reference) either by e-mail
(RA-programme@nato-pa.int) orpost (NATO PA, Place du Petit Sablon 3,
1000 Brussels, Belgium) for the attention of the Director of the
Research Assistant Programme.
Ohio Wesleyan University:
Islam
Tenure-track, assistant-professor position in
Islam beginning Fall 2010. PhD in-hand preferred; relevant language
skills, familiarity with methodology in the comparative study of
religion, strong commitment to liberal arts education, and active
research agenda all required. Courses include classical and
contemporary Islam, a world (or western) religions survey, and a
methodology offering. Preference to candidates who can support
interdisciplinary programs by developing offerings on Women in Islam,
Islam and Medieval Europe, Islam in Africa and/or America, or Islam in
World Affairs.
Application--including letter of interest, CV,
three reference letters, transcripts, teaching portfolio (philosophy,
evaluations, syllabi, etc), and publication/research sample--to Blake
Michael, Religion, Ohio Wesleyan, Delaware, OH 43015 or
religion@owu.edu. To insure fullest consideration, submit all materials
by October 02, 2009. Conclusion to search planned by year end, or when
filled.
Ohio Wesleyan (www.owu.edu),
located 20 miles
north of Columbus, is a private selective undergraduate liberal arts
institution of 1900 students from 47 states and 50 countries--founded
by Methodists in 1842: “forever to be conducted on the most liberal
principles, accessible to all religious denominations, and designed for
the benefit of our citizens in general.” Strongly committed to
diversity within its community, Ohio Wesleyan encourages all interested
applicants, including women and minorities
San Francisco State University:
Muslim Ethnicities
Arab Diasporas
The Race and Resistance Studies Program, College of Ethnic Studies at
San Francisco State University invites applicants for two full-time
tenure-track appointments in the Arab and Muslim Ethnicities and
Diasporas (AMED), to begin fall 2010.
Description: Successful candidates will be expected to teach
courses in Arab or Muslim Ethnicities and Diasporas, develop successful
awards for curricular, research and collaborative projects, and
maintain innovative research agendas relevant to one or more of AMED's
intellectual foci: Mapping Arab Diasporas-Justice-Centered Activism;
Mapping Muslim Ethnicities-Combating Islamophobia; and Gender and
Sexuality Studies in the Global South: Arab and Muslim
Communities. The two potential positions are broadly
anchored in the following areas: 1) Arab Diasporas, and 2) Muslim
Ethnicities. Preference will be given to the candidates whose
research agenda also address one or more of the following: Gender and
Sexuality Studies in Global South with a focus on Arab and Muslim
communities; Justice-Centered Activism; or combating Islamophobia and
Anti-Arab discrimination.
Qualifications: PhD must be completed by August 1, 2010.
Experience and interest in developing curriculum required. Fluency in
Arabic, Urdu or other relevant languages and evidence of developing
successful research awards is preferred.
Rank and Salary: Appointment will be at the rank of Assistant
Professor. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and is
fully competitive.
Application Process: Review of applications will begin on October
1, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. Initial
screening will take place at relevant professional meetings such as the
College of Ethnic Studies 40th conference (San Francisco, October 7-10,
2009) http://www.sfsu.edu/~ethnicst/fortieth.html,
ASA (DC, November 5-9, 2009), NWSA (Atlanta, November 11-15, 2009),
MESA (Boston, November 20-23, 2009).
Send application dossier with a cover letter indicating the position
search number(s) and characteristics that distinguish qualifications
for the position for which you are applying. If the application
is for both positions two dossiers must be submitted. The
cover letter should also detail teaching and research interests.
The dossier should include curriculum vitae, three letters of
recommendation, a writing sample, evidence of teaching excellence,
including sample syllabi and student evaluation. For doctoral
candidates send a precis and two chapters of your dissertation.
Send all materials to:
AMED Search Committee, Muslim Ethnicities Search #4.09
OR to: AMED Search Committee, Arab Diaspora Search #5.09
Office of the Dean, College of Ethnic Studies
San Francisco State University
1600 Holloway Ave, EP 103
San Francisco, CA 94132
San Francisco State University, a member of the California State
University System, serves a diverse student body of 27,000
undergraduate and graduate students. The University seeks to promote
appreciation of scholarship, freedom, and human diversity through
excellence in instruction and intellectual accomplishment. SFSU faculty
members are expected to be effective teachers and demonstrate
professional achievement and growth through research, scholarship,
and/or creative work. San Francisco State University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
University of Bologna, Italy
Post-Doc Grant
A 2 year post-doc grant is going to be issued at the University of
Bologna, under the supervision of Prof. Luca Zan. The application
will be available at
https://www.aric.unibo.it/AssegniRicerca/BandiPubblicati/zz_Bandi_din.aspx
While the content of the research project is described in the following
pages, the basic features of this grant from an administrative point of
view can be summarised as follows (details will be provided in the
formal call):
-It is strictly a post doc grant. (PhD students cannot apply, unless
they are at the very end of their PhD, with dissertation accepted and
waiting to be defended).
-The research is highly interdisciplinary. For this reasons candidates
with PhD in various fields are eligible, related in a way or another
with the project. International experiences will be welcome.
- The deadline for the call for application will be November 19
(documents should arrive in Bologna within this date). The contract
will be signed within December 2009.
- The selection is based on a preliminary evaluation of: the scientific
and professional CV; publications; two letters of presentation. Later
on (around December 10), a smaller group of candidates will be
interviewed via skype.
- The grant should be around 16.000 euro per year, gross. (Similar
contracts have a special taxation in our country, leading to a net
salary of about 1.270 euro per month).
- The working language of the research will be English (mandatory).
Turkish will be highly appreciated.
For more information, contact Luca Zan: Luca.zan@unibo.it
University of Illinois-Springfield
Modern Middle East History
The history department of the University of
Illinois Springfield invites applications for a tenure-track assistant
professor of modern Middle Eastern history beginning in August 2010.
Area of specialization is open, although candidates must be able to
teach the political, economic, and social history of the modern Middle
East (since 1800) in comparative and thematic frameworks. Successful
candidates will teach three courses each term. Responsibilities include
teaching lower-division courses in the universityąs general education
curriculum, upper-division and graduate seminars in areas of specialty,
and departmental core courses in historical methods. Candidates should
be willing to teach online as well as on-campus. A PhD in History or
Middle Eastern Studies with a historical emphasis is required at the
time of appointment, as well as evidence of scholarly potential.
The University of Illinois Springfield is a public
liberal arts
university located in the state capital and is one of three campuses of
the University of Illinois. The UIS campus serves approximately 5,000
students in 20 undergraduate and 19 graduate programs. The curriculum
stresses a strong interdisciplinary, liberal arts core in conjunction
with outstanding professional programs, extensive opportunities in
experiential education, and a broad engagement in public affairs issues
of the day. UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of
a diverse and inclusive campus community. Persons with disabilities,
women, and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae,
teaching philosophy
statement, and three letters of reference to: Chair, Modern Middle East
Search Committee, University of Illinois Springfield, One University
Plaza, MS UHB 3050, Springfield, IL 62703-5407. Review of applications
will begin on December 4, 2009, and will continue until position is
filled.
Contact Info: Chair, Modern Middle East Search Committee, University of
Illinois Springfield, One University Plaza, MS UHB 3050, Springfield,
IL 62703-5407 Website: http://www.uis.edu
University of Kansas
Middle Eastern History
The Department of History at the University of Kansas invites
applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor or tenured
Associate Professor in Middle Eastern history expected to begin August
18, 2010. PhD or ABD expected by start date of appointment.
Concentration in the modern (post-1800) period is preferred; the
research specialization is open. Teaching will be at the undergraduate
and graduate level. The successful candidate for the position must be
eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start date of the
appointment. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Apply on-line at: https://jobs.ku.edu
and search for position number 00067074. Attach the following to your
on-line application: curriculum vitae, cover letter, and list of three
references. Ask your recommenders to send their letters separately to
Professor Eve Levin, Search Committee Chair, Department of History,
University of Kansas, 3650 Wescoe Hall, 1445 Jayhawk Blvd, Lawrence, KS
66045. Please also send your writing sample and sample course syllabi
to the same address. EO/AA Employer.
Contact Info:
Professor Eve Levin, Search Committee Chair
Department of History
University of Kansas
1445 Jayhawk Blvd Room 3650 Wescoe
Lawrence, KS 66045
University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas
Assistant Professor of Religious Studies: Islam
The Department of Religious Studies at the
University of Kansas invites applications for a full-time, tenure track
Assistant Professor in Religious Studies with a concentration in Islam.
The appointment is expected to begin as early as August 18, 2010. The
research specialization is open as to geographical region, historical
period, and disciplinary approach. The candidate should have training
in the academic study of Islam, with knowledge of Arabic and any other
languages relevant to the specialization, knowledge of approaches and
methods in the academic study of religion, and familiarity with the
study of religion as pursued in a state university. Candidates must
show evidence of commitment to continuing research and publication, as
well as teaching excellence. University-level teaching experience
preferred (which may include Teaching Assistantships). Ph.D. or ABD
expected by start date of appointment.
Duties include full participation in the teaching,
research, and service responsibilities of the Department of Religious
Studies and cooperation with related programs and area studies centers
throughout the University. The standard University teaching load is
two, three-credit hour courses per semester. The candidate is expected
to contribute to the teaching mission of the Department through regular
offering of a range of undergraduate and graduate courses on Islam, and
courses in theory and method of religious studies at the introductory
and advanced levels. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with
qualifications.
Applications should be received by October 15,
2009 to receive full consideration. Preliminary interviews with select
candidates will be held at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy
of Religion (Montreal, November, 7-10, 2009) or by telephone.
For more information or to apply on-line, go to: https://jobs.ku.edu
and search for position 00064962. Applications
files shall include a cover letter which summarizes the candidate?s
existing research, future research goals, and teaching experience and
interests; a curriculum vitae; and supporting documents. Send
separately by mail three letters of recommendation to Professor Paul
Mirecki, Islam Search Committee, Department of Religious Studies, 1300
Oread Avenue, 109 Smith Hall, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
66045-3124; (785) 864-4341. EMAIL pmirecki@ku.edu. Inquiries to same
contact. EO/AAE.
University of Missouri-Columbia
Assistant Professor of Religious Studies: Islam
The University of Missouri-Columbia seeks a tenure
track assistant professor with expertise in the academic study of
Islam. Area of specialization is open. Ability to teach courses in
theory and method in the academic study of religion and comparative
courses is strongly preferred. Knowledge of appropriate research
languages is required. Ph.D. must be completed by August, 2010. The
normal teaching load is two courses per semester. The Department of
Religious Studies currently has 9 full time faculty positions and
offers M.A. and B.A. degrees. The University of Missouri, Columbia is
the only public intensive research university within the state and is
located in a small, dynamic city, half way between St. Louis and Kansas
City. Interested candidates should send a letter of application,
indicating their academic background and prior teaching experience, a
curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample
to: Robert M. Baum, Chair, Department of Religious Studies, 221 Arts
and Science Building, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri
65211-7090. Review of applications will begin on October 20 and will
continue until the position i
s filled. The University of Missouri is an EO/AA/ADA employer.
University of South Florida, Tampa
Assistant Professor of Religious Studies: Islam
The Department of Religious Studies invites
applications for an Associate Professor position in Islam. We are
especially interested in scholars with interests in Islam in Asian
cultural contexts and/or in contemporary Islam, and/or scholars who
will be able to contribute to the Ph.D. program in Philosophy and
Religion. Candidates must show continuing promise of excellence
in scholarship and evidence of successful and effective teaching.
Candidates must be able to teach Qur’anic Arabic. Anticipated
teaching load is 2/2. Applicants will be expected to participate fully
in university and departmental service. A Ph.D. in Religious
Studies or related field with specialization in Islamic Studies is
required. The Department of Religious Studies at USF emphasizes
the interdisciplinary study of religion, culture, and society. It
offers the B. A. and the M. A. in Religious Studies, and participates
in a Joint Ph.D. program in Philosophy and Religion with the Philosophy
Department. We presently have 12 fulltime Faculty, upwards of 180
undergraduate majors, and 80 graduate majors. Salary is
negotiable. Anticipated date of appointment: August 7, 2010. Applicants
must apply for this position online at https://employment.usf.edu
, submitting a cover letter, statement of scholarly interest and
research, CV, sample of scholarly publications, and evidence of
teaching excellence. Three letters of recommendation should be sent
directly to Prof. Thomas Williams, Chair, Islam Search, Department of
Religious Studies, CPR 107, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
33620-5550. Applications must be submitted by November 30, 2009.
According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are
open to the public. For ADA accommodations, please contact Ms.
Sue Viens, 813-974-1845 at least five working days prior to need.
USF is an AA/EEO institution that values campus diversity and
demonstrates this commitment in campus initiatives. We
particularly encourage members of historically underrepresented groups
to apply.
University of Wisconsin-Madison:
Assistant Professor of Modern South Asian History
The Department of History at the UW-Madison invites applications for a
full-time, tenure-track faculty position beginning August 2010 at the
rank of Assistant Professor in the Modern South Asian History, in any
research specialization addressing the nineteenth and/or twentieth
centuries.
Applicants should hold a doctorate or anticipate its completion by the
time of the appointment. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of
creativity and excellence in research. The successful applicant will be
expected to teach undergraduate surveys, specialized upper-division
courses and graduate seminars in the history of modern South Asia. We
are particularly interested in candidates who will actively develop our
South Asian history program, while adding to the university's
longstanding prominence in the study of this area. Wisconsin-Madison
houses the Title VI-supported Center for South Asia, as well as the
Department of Languages and Cultures of Asia, in addition to excellent
library resources for research in the area.
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and paper copy of a
writing sample of approximately 50 pages, and three letters of
recommendation to Ms. Nicole Hauge, South Asian History Search
Committee, Department of History, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 3211
Mosse Humanities Building, 455 North Park Street, Madison, WI
53706-1405. If the writing sample forms part of a larger book
manuscript or dissertation, please include an abstract and table of
contents or a statement of how the writing sample fits in with the
larger project. For full consideration, applications must be received
by November 18, 2009.
For more information, visit http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_062865.html.
Wesleyan University
Gender and Islam
Wesleyan University invites applications for a
tenure-track position at the assistant professor level starting July
2010, from scholars specializing in Gender and Islam. The successful
candidate will hold a joint appointment in the Religion Department and
in the Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program. Applicants
should have expertise in one or more of the following: Islamic
tradition and practice; Islamic law, rights, and gender; theories of
gender and Muslim identity; social movements among Muslims. Those
pursuing sexuality studies and/or comparative analysis from a
transnational perspective will be favorably considered. We seek a
scholar with geographic specialization in Africa, Southeast Asia,
Central Asia, or, especially, the Middle East. The candidate must have
a Ph.D. in Religion, Women?s Studies, Middle Eastern Studies or a
related field by the time of appointment, or be very close to
completion. The candidate should be able to teach a course on Feminist
Theory and a colloquium on theory and method in Religion. Please send
cover letter outlining research interests, a teaching statement, CV,
writing sample, and three letters of recommendation to Lori Gruen,
Chair of Gender and Islam Search Committee, FGSS, Wesleyan University,
222 Church Street, Middletown, CT 06459. Applications received by
October 13, 2009 are assured full consideration. Wesleyan is an equal
opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes applications
from women and members of historically under-represented minority
groups.
Western Carolina University
Assistant Professor of History, History of the
Islamic World.
Tenure-track appointment for the 2010-2011
academic year. Ph.D. from an accredited institution in History
preferred. ABD considered. Will teach courses in Middle Eastern and
World history. All full-time faculty in our growing department teach
freshman/sophomore level liberal studies courses, upper-level/graduate
courses, and play significant roles in implementing the universityąs
new Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). WCU is committed to the Boyer model
of scholarship, stewardship of place, integrated learning, and
engagement.
Applicants must apply on-line at https://jobs.wcu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51776.
Hard copy
applications will not be considered. In addition please submit three
letters of reference and sample teaching materials to Dr. Andrew
Denson, Chair, Islamic World Search Committee, Dept. of History,
Western Carolina
University, Cullowhee, NC 28723. For questions or additional
information, please contact Dr. Andrew Denson at 828-227-3867. Review
of applications will begin 30 November 2009 and continue until the
position is filled. Western Carolina University is an Affirmative
Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts criminal background
checks. Website: http://history.wcu.edu
Zayed University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab
Emirates.
Assistant, Associate or Full Professor -
Anthropology or History
Zayed University, a premier university in the United Arab Emirates, is
an innovative institution based on an international model of higher
education. Over 700 faculty and staff serving 4,750 students across two
main campuses - as well as satellite locations - in Abu Dhabi and
Dubai, the University prepares graduates to become leaders in
government, business, civil society, and family life. The University
expects its graduates to be fully bilingual in English and Arabic,
proficient in the use of computing technology, and strong in
quantitative and research skills. The language of business and
instruction at the University is English. Zayed University is fully
accredited in the U.A.E. as well as by the Middle States Commission on
Higher Education in the U.S.A. The United Arab Emirates is a
progressive country known for its high standard of living and its safe
and family-friendly environment.
The Department: The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences is a
multidisciplinary department offering a degree in International
Studies, with specializations in International Affairs and Culture and
Society. It also offers a Minor in Literature.
The Opportunity: The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences on
the Abu Dhabi campus invites applications for a full-time position in
its International Studies program. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in
Anthropology or History and be able to teach interdisciplinary courses
on political economy, intellectual history, and/or popular culture.
Evidence of teaching ability and experience is important, including
potential to supervise Capstone thesis projects. The teaching load will
also include one or more courses in the Colloquy on Integrated
Learning, the University's core curriculum.
The Requirements: A Ph.D. from a recognized university, evidence of
effective teaching, willingness and commitment to teaching courses with
common syllabi and learning outcomes in addition to delivering majors
courses.
The Benefits: The University's benefits package is highly attractive,
with competitive salaries free of tax in the United Arab Emirates,
housing, a furniture allowance, annual vacation airline tickets for the
employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and
subsidized healthcare for the employee.
To Apply: Please visit our Web site www.zu.ac.ae.
In addition to completing the online application form, attach a cover
letter and a current CV, the names and contact details of three
referees, a statement of undergraduate teaching philosophy, and a
statement of scholarly and creative interests, particularly as they
might apply to the Middle East, and as to how they might involve
undergraduate students. If possible, also include student or
departmental teaching evaluations. The review of applications will
begin November 1, 2009 for placements in January or August 2010.
Contact Info: Anushka Gehi, Recruitment & OD Officer
Zayed University, Dubai - UAE Website: http://www.zu.ac.ae
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