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The University of Chicago Divinity School - Islamic Studies

The University of Chicago Divinity School seeks to make an appointment in Islamic Studies. Rank and salary are open. The School seeks a scholar with superior research skills and a promising agenda for future work in the field. Area of specialization (chronological, geographical, methodological
and topical) within Islamic Studies is open. Ability to contribute to a wider conversation about the study of religion essential.

The Divinity School is the graduate professional school for the study of religion at the University of Chicago, a private research university. Faculty in the School teach Ph.D. students in 10 different areas of study, and masters level students in M.A. and M.Div. programs, offering courses at the introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels. Many faculty hold associate appointments in other departments and schools of the University; such associations are encouraged. A normal teaching load is 4 courses per year on a quarter system; in most cases that leaves one quarter open for research in residence (in addition to summers free for scholarship).

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; review of candidates will commence on October 15, 2010. Application may be made online, at
https://academiccareers.uchicago.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp

Applicants will be asked to provide: 1. A cover letter with a brief statement of research, teaching and methodological perspective; 2. C.V., 3. One piece of scholarly work that is emblematic of the candidate’s research.

Contact: Dean Margaret M. Mitchell, The University of Chicago
Divinity School, 1025 East 58th Street, Chicago, IL 60637
(mmm17@uchicago.edu). AA/EOE.

The Department of International Studies at Rhodes College - Instructor or Assistant Professor
Middle East Politics / Comparative Politics / International Relations

The Department of International Studies at Rhodes College invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of instructor or assistant professor to start Fall 2011. We encourage applications from candidates who have expertise in International Relations or Comparative Politics and a regional specialization in Middle East politics. The appointee would be expected to teach Middle East politics, the international relations of Middle East states, and introductory and advanced courses in either Comparative Politics or International Relations. The ability to teach an upper-level undergraduate course on theories of international relations or comparative politics would also be a plus.

The position has a 3:2 teaching load and the department seeks candidates with a strong commitment to teaching and research. Successful candidates will also be those who can contribute to an interdisciplinary atmosphere. Candidates from backgrounds typically underrepresented in higher education are strongly encouraged to apply. As Rhodes continues to diversify its student body, we also seek candidates with experience working with students from different backgrounds. Completed applications will include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcript, three letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching performance, and samples of written work. Please apply online at jobs.rhodes.edu/ applicants/central?quickfind-50328. Review of completed applications will begin September 15, 2010, and continue until the position is filled.

Founded in 1848, Rhodes College <http://www.rhodes.edu/academics/5638.asp> is a highly selective, private, residential, undergraduate college, located in Memphis, Tennessee. We aspire to graduate students with a lifelong passion for learning, a compassion for others, and the ability to translate academic study and personal concern into effective leadership and action in their communities and the world. We encourage applications from candidates interested in helping us achieve this vision. Memphis has a metropolitan population of over one million and is the nation’s 18th largest metropolitan area. The city provides multiple opportunities for research and for cultural and recreational activities. Read more about Memphis. Rhodes College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce.

Fordham University - Helen Hamlyn Senior Fellow
Institute of International Humanitarian Affairs (IIHA)

Fordham University's Institute of International Humanitarian Affairs (IIHA) invites applications for the position of Helen Hamlyn Senior Fellow (HHSF).

Responsibilities: The Helen Hamlyn Senior Fellow works closely with the IIHA Administrative Director on all aspects of strategic planning and development of the Institute's expanding academic and professional training programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching a 2/1 course load and contributing to both the undergraduate and graduate curriculum, including through the IIHA's humanitarian minor and its recently established Masters in Humanitarian Affairs program.
The HHSF may, in the course of his/her work, create further partnerships with the United Nations system, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), and academic institutions to advance the IIHA vision which supports multi-disciplinary approaches to humanitarianism and professionalization
in the field. The position is based in New York. However the HHSF may serve as a representative of the IIHA at symposia or conferences throughout the world, and some travel is required.

Qualifications: Ph.D. required; applicants from all areas of the social sciences are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate should have broad experience in academic settings, knowledge of field-level humanitarian operations, and be thoroughly familiar with the roles of current major players in humanitarian work including the United Nations, relevant governmental agencies NGOs, and academic institutions. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Applicants: This position is a three-year appointment, beginning January 2011, with possibility of renewal. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, sample course syllabi, the names and contact information of three references, and a short writing sample, no later than 15 September 2010 to: Jenna Felz, Program Officer, Institute of International Humanitarian Affairs, 33 West 60th Street, Suite 804, New York, NY 10023.

Founded in December 2001, the Institute of International Humanitarian Affairs (IIHA) at Fordham University provides a vehicle through which the field of humanitarian assistance may interact with local, national, and international academic communities. The IIHA is based on two foundational support structures: Fordham University and The Center for International Humanitarian Cooperation (CIHC). For more information on the CIHC, please contact their website, www.cihc.org. The IIHA was designed to forge partnerships with international and national relief organizations, engages in academic publishing of books and monographs, holds training courses for humanitarian practitioners and others, is a
founding member of the Inter-University Consortium on Security and Humanitarian Action, and hosts symposia related to humanitarian affairs. The IIHA facilitates humanitarian practitioners in developing
relationships with Fordham University and the international community in New York City, in addition to being a university-wide center that reports directly to the President of Fordham University.

Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution.

*Contact Info: *
Jenna Felz
Program Officer
Institute of International Humanitarian Affairs
33 West 60th Street
Suite 804
New York, NY 10023

Western Washington University - Instructor of Islamic Studies

Western Washington University invites applications for a split position in Liberal Studies and History as a two-quarter visiting Instructor of Islamic Studies, beginning on January 3, 2011. The successful candidate will teach three sections of a 5 credit introductory course on Humanities of Islamic Civilization in the Department of Liberal Studies (this course meets General University Requirements and introduces students to the Arabic and Islamic Studies minor ; a sample syllabus is available upon request); and will also teach two or three sections of 4 or 5 credit GUR and/or upper division courses related to the applicant's field in the History Department.
Required: ABD, training in social or cultural history of an Islamic society, ability to teach an introductory course on Islam and on variety in Islamic cultures as well as upper division courses in the candidate's field.

Preferred: Some classroom teaching experience, and the ability to teach African history.

Application Instructions and Requested Documents: Please log in below and submit your application via WWU's Electronic System for Employment (EASE). Go to http://www.acadweb.wwu.edu/hr and choose New Faculty and Staff, Employment, Information for Applicants, and Instructions for applying online to Faculty Vacancy Pools. Note: you will need to be using Internet Explorer to utilize our online application system. Please submit a letter of application, a c.v., a graduate transcript, and three letters of reference. Materials must be postmarked by August 31, 2010.

Other information: please mail your materials in HARD COPY form to:

Jennie Huber, Administrative Services Manager
Department of History, MS 9061
Western Washington University
516 High Street
Bellingham, WA 98225-9061

Stonehill College - Assistant Professor, Islamic World History

ISLAMIC WORLD/WORLD HISTORY: The History Department at Stonehill College invites applicants for an assistant professor, tenure-track appointment in the Islamic World/World History to begin August 2011. Area of specialty is open, but the candidate must be able to teach the history of the broader Islamic world as well as World History survey courses, upper division courses in candidate's area of specialty and on transnational global themes. Annual teaching load is 3-3 and strong preference will be given to candidates who have graduate training in world history and/or experience teaching world history. The successful candidate will have Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment. The position includes generous faculty development funds for the support of research and professional travel.

Application materials should include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, graduate transcripts, teaching evaluations, and published work/writing samples. Please submit them electronically to Wendy Hanawalt at whanawalt@stonehill.edu, under the
subject line World History Search. Any materials that cannot be submitted electronically should be mailed to Wendy Hanawalt, World History Search, Stonehill College, 320 Washington St., Easton, MA 02357.

The application deadline is October 20, 2010. Please email any inquires to Professor Kevin Spicer at kspicer@stonehill.edu. Finalists will be brought to campus after a first round of interviews at the Annual Meeting of the AHA in January 2011.

Stonehill is a selective Catholic college located near Boston on a beautiful 375-acre campus in Easton, Massachusetts. With a student-faculty ratio of 13:1, Stonehill faculty engages 2,350 students
through 72 rigorous academic programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and pre- professional fields. Stonehill is committed to supporting innovative teaching, interdisciplinary learning, and active faculty and student research. Applicants who will enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.Stonehill College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

Contact Info:

Please submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, graduate transcripts, teaching evaluations, and published works/writing samples to:

Wendy Hanawalt
Email: whanawalt@stonehill.edu
Subject line: World History Search

or if cannot submit electronically mail to:

Wendy Hanawalt
World History Search
Stonehill College
320 Washington Street
Easton, MA 02357

University of Göttingen - Full-Time Post-doctoral Research Position on Education and Religion from
Early Imperial Roman Times to the Classical Period of Islam

The Objective of the Courant Research Centre EDRIS is to investigate educational concepts and methods and their interaction with religious beliefs from the Early Imperial Period of the Roman Empire to the Classical Period of Islam, i.e. from the first to the thirteenth century CE. Interdisciplinary collaborative work at the Courant Research Centre is carried out by three junior research groups, focussing on the Early Roman Empire, the Late Antique period, and Classical Islam. For further
information see www.uni-goettingen.de/crc-edris.

The post-doctoral position will complement the research of the three groups by focussing on the relationships of education and religion in the Christian Orient, preferably in Syria , in later Antiquity (2nd-9th cent.). Excellent young researchers are offered the opportunity to pursue their research
agenda within the vibrant academic environment of the Centre. The successful candidate will have a strong research background demonstrated by a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline, an emerging track record of international publications, and demonstrated potential for interdisciplinary collaboration. Permanent presence in Göttingen is expected, in order to ensure active scholarly interaction among the members of the Centre.

The position will start as soon as possible and initially last for two years with the possibility of extension. It will be equipped with a basic budget to cover consumables and travel costs, as well as a student assistant. The salary is subject to the German TV-L scale (TV-L 13). International
applications are welcome.

Applicants must upload a full academic CV, a publication list, a research project proposal (max. 3 pages), a writing sample as well as a two-page statement of research interests via the online application portal located at www.uni-goettingen.de/positions-exini by September 15th, 2010.

For more information on the position and the centre please contact Prof. Dr. Ilinca Tanaseanu-Döbler (itanase@uni-goettingen.de).

King's College London - Research Assistant or Associate Natural Philosophy in the Islamic World
School of Humanities/ Department of Philosophy

The Leverhulme Trust is funding a three-year project in the Philosophy Department at King's College London, which will research the topic "Natural Philosophy in the Islamic World." The project will fund a three-year post for a Research Assistant or Associate, which will run from Oct 1 2010 until September 30, 2013. The successful candidate will participate in a project which aims to investigate natural philosophy, and its connections to elated disciplines like medicine, during the early period of philosophy in the Islamic world (roughly the 9th-11th centuries CE).

The successful candidate will have:
- A PhD in Philosophy, Islamic Studies, or other relevant area.
- The ability to work with untranslated Arabic texts.
- A proposed research project fitting into the themes of the project.

The following attributes are not essential, but desirable: "Knowledge of other relevant languages (e.g. ancient Greek, Syriac, Persian). "Familiarity with the history of medicine." Organizational or administrative experience. Proven track record of publishable research.

The appointment will be made, dependent on relevant qualifications and experience, within the Grade 5 scale (for a Research Assistant) or Grade 6 scale (for a Research Associate).

For an informal discussion of the post please contact Professor Peter Adamson by e-mail (peter.adamson@kcl.ac.uk).

Applicants will be asked to provide a current curriculum vitae, a brief (one page is sufficient) statement of proposed research fitting into the themes of the project, a brief statement of why they wish to apply for this position, and contact information for two referees who could be asked to provide references.

Further details and application packs will soon be available on the College's website at www.kcl.ac.uk/jobs, or alternatively by emailing Human Resources at ps-recruitment@kcl.ac.uk. All correspondence should clearly state the job title and reference number.

The closing date for receipt of applications will be June 25, 2010.

Interviews will be held on July 2, 2010.

Equality of opportunity is College policy

peter.adamson@kcl.ac.uk

Philosophy Dept.
King's College London
Strand
London WC2R 2LS
UK

Portland State University - One-year fixed-term replacement position in Asian Studies

Portland State University invites applications for one-year fixed-term replacement position in Asian Studies for 2010­11. Required: Social science-based PhD with expertise on Asia and teaching experience in an interdisciplinary context. Research emphasis on East Asia preferred.

Duties: Teach introductory Asian Studies courses, senior seminar on a global theme, and several upper division courses (e.g. Globalization and Identity, or Tradition and Innovation in Modern China or Japan, or in Asia.) Also advise East Asian Studies majors and support programming in International Studies. 1.0 FTE position includes fully paid health benefits. Please send cover letter, cv, two letters of recommendation, and statement of teaching philosophy to: Martha W. Hickey, Director, internationalstudies@pdx.edu, or Asian Studies Position, International Studies, Portland State University, Portland OR 97207-0751. Correspondence primarily conducted by email. Review of applications begins 21 May 2010, continues until position filled. PSU values and is committed to excellence through diversity in its faculty, staff, and students.

Lund University, Yale University - CMES Gulf Focus Position

Senior Research Position with Gulf Focus at the Universities of Lund and Yale
In April 2010, the Center for Middle Eastern Studies at Lund University, the Council on Middle East Studies at Yale University and the Gulf Research Center Foundation signed a consortium agreement to initiate a two-year research project called “Socio-Politics in the Gulf”. Under this agreement, a senior researcher would be hired to coordinate, focus and develop the project.

Senior Researcher (two years) in Middle Eastern Studies (Gulf Focus), full time, placed at the Center for Middle Eastern Studies (CMES) at Lund University with a four-month visiting lecturer position at the Council on Middle East Studies at Yale University, pending grant funding, in the fall of 2011 (September – December).

Ref nr: PEPA 2010/59

Starting Date: The position starts with the inauguration of the 2010 academic year. The Senior Researcher will be a full-time employee of Lund University for the whole two-year period receiving salary, benefits, and insurance as a resident of Sweden. However, the position carries responsibilities to all parties.
The Senior Researcher’s salary will be commensurate with their experience. In addition, a limited number of flights, support for research and publications, and organized working groups and conferences have been financed within the research project.

The Position and the Tasks
Center for Middle Eastern Studies, Lund University: As a Senior Researcher the main task is to actively participate in the center’s research community. The position is composed of 75% research, 20% teaching and tutoring, and 5% administration. Applicants must be interested in mentoring research by junior colleagues. Working language is English. More information on the structure, focus and environment at the center can be found at www.cmes.lu.se.
Council on Middle East Studies, Yale University: During the four-month period at Yale, the Senior Research will teach two courses and actively engage with the council’s research community. In addition, the individual must coordinate and host a seminar with four invited speakers. More information on the council can be found at http://www.yale.edu/macmillan/cmes/overview.htm.
Gulf Research Center Foundation: The Senior Researcher is expected to make periodic visits to the Gulf Research Center in Dubai for presentations, conferences, working groups and lectures. As the project’s partner in the Gulf, the GRC will be the platform for the project’s direct engagement with the region. More information on the GRC can be found at http://www.grc.ae/.

Eligibility
Eligibility for employment as a Senior Researcher is restricted to applicants with a PhD.

Assessment Criteria
The following criteria will guide the assessment of applicants for the position:
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research of high international quality (e.g. a strong record of publication)
• Demonstrated ability to engage and inform society at large, in relation to research, educational and developmental activities
• Ability to collaborate in an interdisciplinary research environment
• An established record of successful teaching

Lund University is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Procedure, Applications shall include:
• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• A two-year research plan (max. 1500 words)
• Copies of two publications (published within the last ten years)

Please apply through the Lund University website at:
http://www.lu.se/o.o.i.s?id=22601&Dnr=341631&Type=EU
You can find it on this website:
http://www.cmes.lu.se/2010/opportunities/gulf-senior-researcher-position-available/
If you have any questions, please direct them to lars-erik.olofsson@cme.lu.se
The application deadline is June 1, 2010.

Northwestern University - Middle East & North African Studies Librarian

Library/African Studies: Middle East & North African Studies Librarian. Northwestern University is seeking an energetic and talented librarian to serve as the Middle East & North African Studies Librarian. Responsibilities: Evaluates library services and resources required to meet university research and teaching needs in the interdisciplinary field of Middle East & North African Studies. Works closely with colleagues both on and off campus to establish library-related relationships in Middle East & North African Studies. Develops undergraduate and graduate-level subject collections in relevant languages and media, working closely with subject librarians in fields of the humanities and social sciences. Develops the Francophone African collection of the Melvi

University of Massachusetts Amherst - One-year Post-doctoral Position in Islamic Studies

The College of Humanities and Fine Arts (CHFA) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications from recent Ph.D. awardees for a one-year post-doctoral appointment in a specialty within the broad area of the study of diverse Islamic cultures and societies. The University, the flagship public campus in Massachusetts, houses an interdisciplinary Middle Eastern Studies major and Arabic language courses in the Department of Judaic and Near Eastern Studies. Additional existing relevant specialists are in Art History, History, Legal Studies, Political Science and Public Policy, among others. A priority for this position is research expertise in Ottoman and/or Turkish Studies. Appointing an individual with high-quality and innovative teaching and research interests is our chief goal. Applicants whose work centers on the study of Islamic cultures outside of Ottoman/Turkish areas will receive full consideration.

Funded by a one-time grant for one year, the position offers the successful applicant the opportunity to teach one course per semester of her/his design, and to offer a colloquium in the appointee's area of specialty. The appointment will be in CHFA, but will entail mentorship and collaboration with interested faculty throughout the University. The position is officially designated as 75% postdoctoral, 25% lecturer. The University of Massachusetts is part of the Five College Consortium, which brings together faculty and students from the University, Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College and Smith College in diverse research networks and seminars. Salary is commensurate with qualifications, and will include benefits.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2010, relevant scholarship, and demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching.

Priority deadline: May 17, 2010.

Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, contact details for three references, and samples of two relevant publications and/or dissertation chapters, to: Professor David Mednicoff, Chair, Islamic Studies Search Committee, College of Humanities and Fine Arts, South College, University of Massachusetts, Amherst MA 01003.

University of Miami - Visiting Asst. Professor
Pay Grade: 50
Position Number: 021788
Department: Religious Studies

The University of Miami is committed to educating and nurturing students, creating knowledge, and providing service to our community and beyond. We are leaders in the area of education, scholarship, intercollegiate athletics and service. Come join our team!

Department of Religious Studies, invites applications for a one-year position as a Visiting Assistant Professor in Islamic Studies, beginning on 15 August 2010. Doctorate degree required. A record of success in teaching undergraduates is preferred. Applicants must be able to teach introductory and intermediate level courses in Islam. The ability to offer courses in one or more of the major religious traditions of Asia is highly desirable. Position #021788. Salary: Competitive. DO NOT APPLY ONLINE. Send letters of application, CV, and supporting materials to Chair, Islamic Studies VAP Search Committee, Department of Religious Studies, University of Miami, PO Box 248264, Coral Gables, FL 33124-4651. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is identified or the search is closed.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental benefits, tuition remission, vacation, paid holidays and much more. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Texas A&M University - College Station - Assistant Professor, Islamic World History

The Department of History at Texas A&M University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in the history of the Islamic World to begin in September 2010 or later. Applications from historians of all time periods, all areas, and all subfields of the history of the Islamic World, including minority communities, are welcome. The department especially encourages candidates whose work crosses cultural borders, employs a broad comparative perspective, takes a transnational approach, and/or uses gender as a form of analysis. A PhD or defense of the PhD by September 1, 2010, evidence of scholarly accomplishment or potential, and the ability to take an active role in both graduate and undergraduate courses are required.

Send a letter of application, a current c.v., a short writing sample (article or chapter), and three letters of reference to Cynthia A. Bouton, Chair, Islamic World Search. Review of applications will begin on October 9, 2009, and the search will continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration all materials should arrive by that date.

Texas A&M University is a Research I institution and a member of the Association of American Universities. The university is an AA/EOE, is deeply committed to diversity, and responds to the needs of dual-career couples.

Contact Info:
Cynthia A. Bouton, Chair, Islamic World Search, Texas A&M University, Department of History
4236 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843-4236, USA

Phone: (979) 845-7102, Fax: (979) 862-4314, Email: c-bouton@tamu.edu

Website: http://www.tamu.edu/history

Aarhus University, Department for the Study of Religion - Associate Professor in Arab and Islamic Studies

Subject to the availability of funding, the Faculty of Theology, Aarhus University is seeking to make a permanent appointment from 1 August 2009, or as soon as possible thereafter, to the post of Associate Professor in Arab and Islamic Studies.

The position will be located in the department for the Study of Religion. At the department for the Study of Religion, religion is studied as a global, cultural and social phenomenon. The research of the department covers a wide array of fields from empirical studies of historical and contemporary religions to more specific theoretical studies of religion. Arab and Islamic Studies is a central element of the department’s research, particularly that concerned with Phenomenology of Religion and History of Religions, and is taught at all levels. The associate professor must be able to demonstrate teaching skills in Islam, Arab history and contemporary Arab society and culture, and he or she will also be expected to contribute to the teaching of Arabic language, including classical Arabic. In addition, the preferred candidate will be able to demonstrate research skills in pre-modern Islam.

The post will cover research and teaching in the field of Arab and Islamic Studies and related subjects to the highest academic level, knowledge-sharing, and communication and dissemination of knowledge. There will also be an expectation of contribution to the general development of the department and the Faculty, e.g. through research projects within the main research areas and related subject areas represented in the Faculty, and to teaching on degree programmes across the Faculty. The associate professorship also involves supervision of students and PhD students as well as administrative tasks. Application deadline is February 23, 2009.

For further particulars about the post, please contact the Head of the department for the Study of Religion, Associate Professor Anders Klostergaard Pedersen (e-mail: akp@teo.au.dk1 or tel: +45 8942 2248). Please click here for more info..

New York University, Religious Studies Program - Assistant Professor/Faculty Fellow

New York University, the Religious Studies Program in the Arts and Science, invites applications for an appointment as an Assistant Professor/Faculty Fellow. The appointment will be for one year beginning September 1, 2009, renewable annually for a maximum of three years, pending administrative and budgetary approval. Candidates must have completed a PhD no earlier than five years before the date of appointment, have a strong commitment to teaching and participating in the interdisciplinary Program’s activities. We seek applicants whose area of empirical research lies in the study of Islam. The ideal candidate will combine a grasp of the classical sources and a serious engagement with the theoretical study of religion; interest in intersections of religion with post-coloniality, race, gender, sexuality, or national identity is especially welcome. The candidate should be prepared to teach Theory and Methods in the Study of Religion, as well as two other courses, the nature of which will in part depend upon her/his qualifications.

Please send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a 20-page writing sample, a sample syllabus, and 3 letters of reference, to: Director, Religious Studies Program, Faculty of Arts and Science, New York University, 726 Broadway, Suite 554, New York NY 10003. NYU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Deadline: February 28, 2009.

University of Oklahoma - Arabic Language Assistant Professor

University of Oklahoma announces a tenure-track position in Arabic at the level of Assistant Professor beginning August 2009 as part of its Language Flagship program. The position is a joint appointment in the University’s Department of Modern Languages, Literatures and Linguistics and the School of International and Area Studies. Applicants must have a PhD in Arabic language and literature in hand at the time of appointment, native or near-native proficiency in Arabic (MSA), and a demonstrable commitment to both teaching and research. Research focus on Arabic literature and/or culture is preferred. The teaching load is four courses per year and includes courses in Arabic language, literature, and culture at the undergraduate level. Salary is competitive. Send applications to include cover letter, CV, three letters of recommendation, transcripts, and sample publications to the Chair of Arabic Search Committee, School of International and Area Studies, University of Oklahoma, 729 Elm Avenue, Hester Hall Room 105, Norman OK 73019. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University of Oklahoma is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Review of applications will begin January 15, 2009. 

University of Virginia - Assistant/Associate Professor of Religious Studies

The Department of Religious Studies at the University of Virginia, invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Religious Studies (tenure-track or tenure), with a specialization in Islam. This appointment begins August 25 2009. Research interests might include, for example, gender and Islam, Sufism, Islam in South and South-East Asia, Islam and globalization, or Islam in Africa. Teaching duties include instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Required: Ph.D degree in hand by appointment begin date of August 25, 2009 is required; however, ABD candidates will be considered at the Acting Assistant Professor level. Degree would need to be conferred no later than August 24, 2010.
Specialization in Islam.
Proficiency in relevant languages.
Familiarity with contemporary methodologies in religious studies.
Preferred: Competence in classical Islamic textual traditions (Qur'anic Studies, Tasawwuf, and Falsafah) and interpretive traditions.
Fieldwork experience. To apply, please submit a candidate profile, cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interest, unofficial transcript, and the contact information for three references through Jobs@UVA (https://jobs.virginia.edu); Posting Number 0602780. Letters of recommendation must be sent to:
Abdulaziz Sachedina, Chair, Islam Search Committee, Department of Religious Studies, University of Virignia, P.O. Box 400126, Charlottesville, VA 22904-4126.
For priority consideration all materials must be received by October 20, 2008. Informational interviews will be held at the AAR Convention in Chicago, IL, November 1st through 3rd, 2008. However the position will remain open until filled. Women and members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

Arizona State University - Assistant Professor of Islam

The Department of Religious Studies invites applications for a position in the study of Islam at the rank of a tenure-track assistant professor. Although the primary area of expertise may be in any historical period or in any region, the successful candidate will be able to teach a broad range of undergraduate and graduate courses in Islam, conduct research leading to scholarly publications and provide service to the department, university, and profession.

Required: PhD in Religious Studies or a related discipline by time of apppointment; demonstrated scholarly expertise in Quran and classical exegetical sources; demonstrated primary expertise and research in Islamic schools of thought or legal traditions, or Islamic history; evidence of ability to work with Arabic language texts; record of research, publication and teaching experience, appropriate to development since time of doctorate.

Desired: scholarly research in any of the fields of study of Islam which could address, interpret, and evaluate the particular features of social conflicts in Islamic history and their relevance to contemporary global developments; demonstrated ability to teach theoretical and thematic courses in the studyu of religion.

Send letter of application, CV, transcript, three letters of recommendation, writing sample, syllabi--for an undergraduate and a graduate course--and teaching evaluations to: Professor Eugene Clay, Chair of Search Committee, Department of Religious Studies, Arizona State University, PO Box 873104, Tempe, AZ 85287-3104. Application deadline October 20,2008; if not filled, every week thereafter until search is closed. A background check is required for employment. AA/EOE.

Boston University/Department of Religion - Assistant Professor, Islamic Studies

BOSTON UNIVERSITY/Department of Religion invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Islamic Studies, pending administrative approval. Specialization is open. Applicants should send a letter of application, CV, writing sample, evidence of teaching excellence, and three letters of reference to: Search Committee Chair, Department of Religion, Boston University, 145 Bay State Road, Boston, MA 02215. Application deadline is October 15, 2008. Preliminary interviews will be held at the AAR Annual Meeting in Chicago, IL. Boston University is an Affirmative/Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Brandeis University announces an opening for a tenure-track open rank position in Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies (IMES) to begin in the 2009-10 academic year. Specialization and departmental affiliation are open, but applicants must possess thorough knowledge of the languages, literatures, and histories of the classical period, and must be familiar with Islam's social history, major sects, principal schools of thought and forms of practice. The successful candidate must be able to teach the core introductory course: “Islam: Civilization and Institutions,” and should be able to teach courses that complement our current offerings, including those pertaining to medieval Islam and the relation of the classical tradition to modern and contemporary Islam. (The latter is a research focus of the University's Crown Center for Middle East Studies with which the candidate will be able to interact). Only applicants with the Ph.D., or who expect to have the Ph.D. by August 2009, will be considered.

First consideration will be given to applications that arrive by October 20, 2008. Applications must include: a letter expressing research and teaching interests, CV, a sample syllabus for a course on “Islam: Civilization and Institutions,” teaching evaluations (if available), one brief writing sample and three confidential letters of reference. All materials should be sent to: Chair of the Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies Search, Brandeis University, MS 054, PO Box 549110, Waltham, MA 02454-9110. Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities.

Please send letter of application, CV, one-page statement of teaching philosophy, one brief writing sample, graduate transcripts, and at least three letters of recommendation by October 10, 2008 to:

Prof. Roger R. Jackson, Chair, Department of Religion, Carleton College, One North College Street, Northfield, MN 55057.

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2008. Preliminary interviews will be held at the American Academy of Religion annual meeting in Chicago. AA/OEO.

Carleton College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We are committed to developing our faculty to better reflect the diversity of our student body and American society. Women and members of minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Carleton University (Ottawa) - Classical Islam

Religion (Islam). The Religion program in the College of the Humanities at Carleton University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Religion in the area of Islam at the Assistant Professor level to begin July 1, 2009, subject to budgetary approval. The BA program in Religion is housed in the College of the Humanities (seehttp://www.carleton.ca/chum/religion/).

We are looking for an outstanding candidate with a PhD upon date of hire, a vigorous research agenda, and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching. The candidate must demonstrate substantial engagement with the critical discipline of Religious Studies as applied to Islam and have competence regarding Muslim literatures and sciences. Candidates should have active research interests in the classical and/or medieval period of Islam and in the discourses of Muslims in these periods. The applicant is expected to have full command of the core religious traditions of Islam, and of Arabic and other languages pertinent to his/her area of study. The successful candidate will teach lower and upper-level undergraduate courses on Islam and, once the M.A. is approved, graduate courses in his or her area of specialization. He/she may also be called upon from time to time to teach introductory survey courses in World Religions.

Faculty members at Carleton are expected to participate in the life of the academic community, both on campus and beyond, and to seek external grants in order to develop and support a program of research leading to significant peer-reviewed publications. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, the applications of Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 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. A letter of application (with CV, samples of recent research, and evidence of excellence in teaching) should be sent to Prof. Farhang Rajaee, Director, College of the Humanities, Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1S 5B6. In addition, candidates should arrange for at least three letters of reference to be sent under separate cover. The deadline is October 15, 2008.

Carleton University (Ottawa) - Modern Islam

Religion (Islam in the Modern World). The Religion program in the College of the Humanities at Carleton University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Religion in the area of Islam in the Modern World. The position is at the Assistant Professor level to begin July 1, 2009, subject to budgetary approval. The BA program in Religion is housed in the College of the Humanities (seehttp://www.carleton.ca/chum/religion/).

We are looking for an outstanding candidate with a PhD upon date of hire, a vigorous research agenda, and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching. The candidate must demonstrate substantial engagement with the critical discipline of Religious Studies. Candidates should have active research interests in Islam in the post-1700 period and in modern Muslim discourses. The applicant is expected to have full command of the religious traditions of Islam, and of Islamic languages pertinent to his/her area of study. The successful candidate will teach lower and upper-level undergraduate courses on Islam and, once the M.A. is approved, graduate courses in his or her area of specialization. He/she may also be called upon from time to time to teach introductory survey courses in World Religions.

Faculty members at Carleton are expected to participate in the life of the academic community, both on campus and beyond, and to seek external grants in order to develop and support a program of research leading to significant peer-reviewed publications. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, the applications of Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 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. A letter of application (with CV, samples of recent research, and evidence of excellence in teaching) should be sent to Prof. Farhang Rajaee, Director, College of the Humanities, Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1S 5B6. In addition, candidates should arrange for at least three letters of reference to be sent under separate cover. The deadline is October 15, 2008.

Located on the shore of Lake Michigan, midway between Milwaukee and Chicago, Carthage offers quick urban access from the relaxed environment of a small city. Predominantly Midwesterners, students come from approximately half of the United States and from every inhabited continent. Founded in 1847, Carthage is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applications received by October 15 will be considered for preliminary interviews at the American Academy of Religion annual meeting in Chicago. Send cover letter outlining teaching and scholarly interests, three letters of recommendation, teaching evaluations, curriculum vitae, and any supporting documents to:

Professor Christian D. von Dehsen
Chair, Division of the Humanities
Carthage College
Kenosha, WI 53140-1994

Application materials can also be electronically submitted to: religion-search@carthage.edu

Connecticut College
Toor Cummings Center for International Studies and the Liberal Arts
Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship

Connecticut College’s Toor Cummings Center for International Studies and the Liberal Arts (CISLA) has an opening for a postdoctoral fellow whose field of scholarly inquiry is Islam. This is a two-year appointment, commencing in fall 2009, that emphasizes both teaching and scholarship. The fellowship is one of five at the College supported by a grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

CISLA promotes global thinking across academic disciplines and encourages students to become politically concerned, socially engaged and culturally sensitive. In the Center’s certificate program, students enhance their major field with intensive foreign language study; a funded international internship; and a senior project that integrates their language proficiency, research interests, and experience abroad. The CISLA Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow will be someone who can critically appraise the relationship between tradition and modernity in Islamic societies, draw connections among various aspects of Islamic culture across the globe, or illuminate interactions between Muslim and non-Muslim populations in an international setting. We are looking for someone who will complement the College’s strengths in Middle East Politics and Islam as a religion, so we welcome applicants trained in interdisciplinary Middle East or Islamic Studies, Arabic Language and Literature, Journalism, Anthropology, History, or Sociology.

Applicants must be on track to receive their degrees by July 1, 2009 or have done so in the last four years.

All Mellon Postdoctoral Fellows will attend bi-weekly workshops on teaching methods sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) and give a yearly public presentation on a topic related to their research. Fellows may also advise students who are interested in their field of specialization and/or work with a faculty member on a collaborative research project. The CISLA Fellow will join the teaching team in the Center’s Gateway Course, “Perspectives on Modern Global Society,” held in the spring, participate in the senior seminar that is required of students returning from their overseas experience in the fall, help choose the incoming class, and otherwise participate in the life of the Center. He or she will also offer one or two specialized courses open to all Connecticut College students.

The Mellon Fellowships offer a stipend of $52,000 per year, plus benefits, as well as an additional stipend to help offset expenses for research, scholarly activities, and travel. Applicants should send a CV, cover letter, a published article or otherwise representative sample of their scholarship, and three letters of recommendation to: Professor Fred Paxton, Toor Cummings CISLA, Connecticut College, 270 Mohegan Ave, New London CT 06320. The College’s Board of Trustees, President, administration, faculty and staff share a commitment to diversity. We foster the values of equity, inclusion, and respect for all human differences, for these are essential to the fulfillment of our mission. The College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit our website, http://www.conncoll.edu, for more information about the College and our faculty searches. For more information about CISLA, visit http://cisla.conncoll.edu/, and for more information about the Mellon Fellowships, visit http://www.conncoll.edu/employment/6344.htm or contact mellonfellows@conncoll.edu. Applications received by November 1, 2008 will be given full consideration.

Denison University Department of Religion invites applications for a tenure-track position beginning August 2009 in Religious Diversity and Pluralism in America. Teaching will include introductory, intermediate and advanced undergraduate courses that cover both the diversity of contemporary American religion and the ways different religious traditions (both “traditional” Catholic, Protestant and Jewish traditions and the “new immigrant” traditions) understand and respond to this diversity on philosophical, theological, ethical, historical and social levels. Ph.D. in the academic study of religion with the above specialization and relevant linguistic training are required. Competence in Islam and appropriate undergraduate teaching experience are preferred. Ability to teach in one or more of Denison’s interdisciplinary programs would be desirable. Applications should include a transcript of all graduate work, letters of recommendation, and evidence of appropriate teaching experience. Denison faculty teach a 3/2 teaching load each year. Denison is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. The Department will begin reading files on September 15, 2008. Preliminary interviews will be conducted at the American Academy of Religion meetings, November 1-3, 2008. Applications must be made on-line at https://employment.denison.edu.

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