Study of Islam Section,
AAR:
Jobs, in Islamic Studies
Starting Fall 2002
Applications due Fall 2001
-The following list is not intended to be exhaustive, merely a beginning resource for our members. While every attempt is made to make sure that it does include all jobs for Islamic Studies, you might be able to qualify for jobs in other departments based on your qualifications.
-The emphasis is usually on tenure-track jobs, although attempts will be made to identify temporary positions as well.
-The following list usually includes jobs through departments of Religion, Philosophy and Religion, or Theology. It does not always include jobs in Middle Eastern Studies, Near Eastern Studies, Classics, History, Anthropology, Women's Studies, etc. To put it differently, if a school conducts its interviews at the AAR, it will probably be listed here. If it conducts them at MESA, AHA, etc., it may or may not be.
-The list focuses on jobs in the United States. There are of course other positions in Canada, Europe, Asia, etc. which are not always included.
-The positions are simply listed in alphabetical order.
-If any school has an opening which they would
like to advertise here, the advertisements may be sent to Omid Safi, (email: osafi@mail.colgate.edu)
the webmaster for the Study of Islam
section at the AAR.
Jobs starting Fall 2002:
Assumption College
History: Assistant Professor, tenure-track,
beginning August 2002. Historian of Islam and the Middle
East. To develop courses in the field
and also to teach sections of the History of Western
Civilization. Areasof specialization open; background in the
medieval period especially
welcome. Ph.D. required. Candidate must understand and support
theCatholic liberal arts mission of the College. Please forward a
letter of
application, curriculum vitae, official academic transcripts, and
three letters of recommendation to: Professor Leslie Choquette,
Chair, Search
Committee, Department of History, Assumption College, 500
Salisbury Street, Worcester, Massachusetts 01609-1296. Deadline
for applications:
November 1, 2001. Assumption College encourages
applications from candidates of diverse cultural background. EOE.
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, CHICO
Department of Religious Studies, TT appointment (Assistant Professor) in Islam, commencing August 2002. Seek candidates able to present important dimensions of contemporary Islam to an undergraduate audience. Teaching responsibilities will include some of the following: Islam; Western Religions; World Religions/Global Issues; Ethical Issues/Religion; Wealth/Power/Justice in World's Religions; Women/Religion; Mysticism East/West; Teaching About Religions in America's Public Schools; occasional seminar; courses in the person's area of strength and interest (e.g. religion/politics; religion/law; Islam in America; comparative Western scriptural traditions; Islam and human rights; women and Islam; Arabic). Candidate expected to make some connections with Muslim student groups on campus, and contributed to cross-disciplinary program development with some of the following programs: Middle Eastern Studies, Modern Jewish/Israel Studies, African/African-American Studies; Asian Studies, American Studies, Humanities. Candidate also expected to contribute to the Department's ongoing public education initiatives. Application letter, comprehensive CV, transcripts, three recent letters of recommendation, substantive writing sample, sample syllabi, statement of teaching/educational philosophy, and teaching evaluations to: Joel Zimbelman / Chair, Search Committee / Department of Religious Studies / California State University, Chico/ Chico, California 95929-0740; http://www.csuchico.edu/rs (full vacancy announcement available); (530)-898-4741 or 898-5661; FAX (530)-898-5468;
California State University, Fresno
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FRESNO announces an assistant professor, tenure-track appointment, beginning Fall 2002. Four courses/semester; two semesters/year. Ph.D. in philosophy or religious studies should be completed by July 1, 2002. Primary specialization in Western religious traditions as philosophically articulated, especially Islam and Judaism. Teaching competence in philosophy (epistemology) of religion and familiarity with current theories and methodologies in the study of religion. Candidates who show strength in bridging East-West religion/philosophy (e.g., comparative religion/philosophy) will be preferred. Initial salary dependent upon academic preparation and professional experience; probable range: $42,000-44,000. Support for research is available. Successful candidate must be interested and able to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. EO/AAE. Required for application: (a) letter of application indicating specific qualifications for the position; (b) current CV; (c) three recent letters of recommendation (at least one regarding teaching); (d) recent paper in field of specialization. Search Committee B., Philosophy Department, CSU Fresno, 2380 E. Keats Ave., Fresno, CA 93720-8024. Position open until filled. To insure full consideration for interview at Denver AAR, complete applications should be postmarked by November 2, 2001
California State University, Northridge
California State University, Northridge invites
applications for a tenure track assistant professorship as a historian
with training and
research concentrated in the pre-modern Islamic world and the
modern Middle East. The department seeks a candidate with
evidence of teaching
excellence and strong research potential. The candidate must have
a strong commitment to teaching and scholarship and be prepared
to teach a
variety of courses in South and/or Central American history to
majors, non-majors, and graduate students. The candidate will be
expected to
Ursus and publish significant and ongoing scholarship, to pursue
grants to support that research, to develop research
opportunities for
students, be involved in university service, make professional
contributions to the field, and assist in the preparation of K-12
teachers. The candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment
(1) to teaching a diverse student population and (2) linking
one's research and
scholarship to teaching. Normal teaching load is 12 units per
semester. Salary $41,940 negotiable. Ph.D. by August 2002
required. At the time of
appointment, the successful applicant, if not a United States
citizen, must have authorization from U.S. Immigration and
Naturalization Service
to work within the United States. Applications received by 1
November 2001 will be included in the first review and
selection of candidates to
be interviewed. Applications should include a letter of
application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, three letters
of recommendation,
a writing sample and abstract of dissertation, a sample syllabus,
and teaching evaluations if available. Send application to the
address
below.CSUN is an EEO/AA Employer.
Chair, Islamic History Search and Screen
Committee
Department of History
CSU Northridge
Northridge, CA 91330-8250
Phone: 818-677-3566
Fax: 818-677-3614
Website: http://www.csun.edu/~hfhis003/histhp.html
University of California, Riverside
University of California, Riverside. The
Department of Religious Studies invites nominations and
applications for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Islam. Cultural
area, historic period of specialization and methodology of the
study of Islam
are open; familiarity with classical scriptural and oral
traditions,jurisprudence, major sects, principal schools of
thought and forms of
practice are desirable. Demonstrated competence in theoretical
and comparative issues in the field of religious studies is
expected, as
well as the ability to relate the study of Islam as a religion to
other programs in the humanities and social sciences. Candidates
must possess
a strong commitment to teaching excellence and a high research
potential. Ph.D. required at time of appointment. Salary is
commensurate
with education and experience. Send letter of application,
curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation (to be sent
separately by
authors) to Professor Ivan Strenski, Chair of the Search
Committee, c/o Diane Shaw, Religious Studies Department, UC
Riverside, Riverside, CA
92521. Review of completed applications will begin on October
5, 2001 and continue until position is filled.
Appointment to begin July 1,
2002. EOE/AA.
Central Michigan University
Religion: Central Michigan University offers a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor for an historian of religion or other broadly trained scholar of religion qualified to teach World Religions. Specialization: Judaism or Islam. Primary language competence required, relevant field experience preferred. Must have Ph.D. or ABD with Ph.D. expected by January, 2003. Demonstrated scholarly potential required. Demonstrated undergraduate teaching ability also required. Although CMU is a doctoral/research intensive university, it has no graduate program in Religion. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae (including list of graduate coursework and university courses taught), official transcripts, and three letters of reference to Guy Newland, Chair, Religion Search Committee, Department of Philosophy and Religion, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan 48859. Applications must be received by November 15, 2001. CMU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that is strongly and actively committed to increasing diversity within its community.
Elon University: Two year appointment
ELON UNIVERSITY (www.elon.edu),
Philosophy/Religious Studies, invites applications for a two-year
joint appointment in Islamic Studies, Visiting Professor
status, beginning Fall 2002. The successful candidate will have
both disciplinary training and broad intellectual interests, the
ability to teach Islamic philosophy and religion,and be able to
teach in the interdisciplinary general studies program. Secondary
competency expected in at least one of the following areas:
third-world feminism, the role of Islam in the contemporary
world, political philosophy, philosophy of society, and the Sufi
tradition. Ph.D. required. Send letter of application, CV, three
letters of recommendation, teaching documentation, statement of
teaching philosophy, and transcripts to: Philosophy/Religious
Studies Search Committee, Campus Box 2315, Elon University, Elon,
North Carolina, 27244. Applications received by November 15 will
be considered for interviews at the AAR/SBL meeting in Denver.
Applications received by December 15 will be considered for
interviews at the APA in Atlanta. Applications will be accepted
until the position is filled. Minority candidates are encouraged
to apply. EEOE
Holy Cross:
THE COLLEGE OF THE HOLY CROSS, Department of Religious Studies, announces a tenure-track position, rank and salary open, in Islam. Applicants should hold a PhD or anticipate its completion by the time of appointment in August, 2002. Commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching in area of specialization as well as thematic courses in world religions, continuing scholarship, and service on College committees is expected. Please send letter of application, graduate transcripts, vita, and dossier, including three letters of recommendation, to Professor Todd Lewis, Hiring Committee Chair, Department of Religious Studies, Box 139-A, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester MA 01610-2395. Preliminary interviews by invitation will be held at the AAR/SBL Annual Meeting in Denver, November 17-20, 2001. The College of the Holy Cross is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to nurturing a culturally diverse faculty and student body. Women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Application deadline: November 1, 2001
University of Illinois (Chicago):
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS (CHICAGO),
the Department of Classics and Mediterranean Studies, invites
applications for a tenure-track appointment in Arabic and Islamic
Thought at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective August
2002, pending final budgetary and administrative authorization.
Candidates should have completed the Ph.D. by fall semester 2002,
with a specialization in either classical Arabic language and
literature or Islamic thought, and should demonstrate promise in
research and teaching. The teaching load will be two courses per
semester, and in addition to courses that grow out of the
candidate’s special interests, duties will include teaching
one Arabic course per term. We are particularly interested in
identifying candidates who can make a solid contribution to our
expanding program in Religious Studies at UIC. Salary will be
commensurate with qualifications and experience.
For fullest consideration, please send the following so as to
arrive by 1 November 2001: a cover letter, curriculum vitae,
dossier containing a minimum of three letters of recommendation
(together with transcripts of graduate courses for candidates who
have not yet earned their terminal degree), and a sample of
scholarly writing. Materials should be addressed to: Professor
John T. Ramsey, Chair, Department of Classics and Mediterranean
Studies (MC 129), University of Illinois at Chicago, 601 South
Morgan Street, Chicago IL 60607-7112. Preliminary discussions may
be conducted at the AAR/SBL Annual Meeting in Denver and at the
MESA Annual Meeting in San Francisco, both held on 17-20
November. Your application should state whether you plan to
attend one of these meetings. Inquiries by e-mail may be
addressed to: j-ramsey@uic.edu. The University of Illinois is an
affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Application
deadline: November 1, 2001.
Postdoctoral Fellowships in Quranic Studies, Institute of Isma'ili Studies
The Institute of Ismaili Studies is
inviting applications for two postdoctoral fellowships in
Quranic Studies. The positions are open to any discipline in
Quranic Studies The Institute of Ismaili Studies was established
in 1977 with the object of promoting scholarship and learning on
Islam, in the historical as well as contemporary context, and a
better understanding of its relationship with other societies and
faiths. The fellowships will be based at the Institute of Ismaili
Studies, London, UK. The first one will commence in Spring 2002
and the second one in Summer 2002. They will be tenable for one
year. The fellowship stipend will be commensurate with the
qualification and experience of the candidates. Deadline for
submission of applications for the Spring fellowship is January
2002 and the Summer fellowship is April 2002. To apply for the
fellowship, candidates should send a curriculum vitae, research
proposal, professional experience, publications and names and
contact details of two referees to Dr Shainool Jiwa, The
Institute of Ismaili Studies, 42-44 Grosvenor Gardens, London
SW1W 2SL. Fax: 0207 881 6040.
International Institute for the Study
of Islam in the Modern World
UNIVERSITY OF NIJMEGEN, the International
Institute for the Study of Islam in the Modern World (ISIM),
based in Leiden, invites applications for the ISIM Chair for
‘Social Processes in the Contemporary Muslim World’ at
the University of Nijmegen. The chair is to be established at the
Department of the Middle East of the Faculty of Arts in
cooperation with the Faculty of Social Sciences and the Faculty
of Theology. ISIM promotes and conducts research on contemporary
social, intellectual, and religious trends and movements in
Muslim societies and communities. The ISIM’s research
approaches are expressly interdisciplinary and comparative and
cover the Muslim world in its entirety, including Muslim
communities in Europe. The Institute has already established ISIM
chairs at Utrecht University, Leiden University and the
University of Amsterdam. The Faculties of the Arts, Social
Sciences and Theology at the University of Nijmegen organize more
than 20 degree programmes and conduct a series of research
programmes at 6 institutes. Together these faculties employ over
750 permanent staff members and count more than 7000 students.
Candidates should: have an established international reputation
in the study of contemporary Muslim societies and communities;
have extensive knowledge of one or more regions and be well
versed in comparative social science research; have a strong
record of field experience; have wide-ranging international
academic contacts; have an excellent command of languages
relevant to their field of research as well as fluency in
English; and have experience in teaching and supervising
research.
The holder of the ISIM Chair will be expected to carry out the
following tasks at the University of Nijmegen: initiate and
develop research programmes and conduct research within the
framework of the cooperation between the University of Nijmegen
and the ISIM; teach classes and provide supervision to
undergraduate and graduate students; and contribute to various
other academic activities such as conferences and special
lectures in cooperation with the other ISIM chairholders. Foreign
candidates are expected to acquire a working knowledge of Dutch
within two years.This ISIM Professorship is a full-time position
at the University of Nijmegen for a maximum of five years.
Continuation of the chair after five years will be subject to
review by the University. Female candidates are especially
encouraged to apply. Applicants should send a full CV, including
a list of publications, copies of three key publications, and the
names of two referees, to: Prof. Muhammad Khalid Masud, ISIM, PO
Box 11089, 2301 EB Leiden, The Netherlands.
For information contact the ISIM: (+31 (0) 71 527 7905; fax: +31
(0) 71 527 7906; isim@rullet.leidenuniv.nl). Applicants may wish
to consult the internet sites of the ISIM (www.isim.nl) and the
University of Nijmegen (www.kun.nl). Application
deadline: April 27, 2001.
Miami University
MIAMI UNIVERSITY, Oxford, Ohio, Department of
Comparative Religion. Tenure track Assistant Professor to teach
undergraduate and M.A. level courses in Islamics and
other aspects of religious studies; to participate in graduate
examinations and direct M.A. theses; and to team-teach in
introductory lecture courses. Ph.D. in religious studies or
closely cognate area with focus in Islam required; ABDs will be
considered only with assurance that degree will be in hand by
8/02. Our orientation is towards comparative religion/history of
religions, and we seek a colleague who will be comfortable in
this intellectual environment. Send letter of application, CV,
evidence of teaching and research ability, and have three letters
of reference sent to Peter W. Williams, Acting Chair, Dept. of
Comparative Religion, Miami University, Oxford OH 45056. (Fax
513-529-1774; e-mail williapw@muohio.edu.) Further information on
the departmnet can be found on the Web at
http://muohio.edu/~relcis/. Screening of applicants will begin
immediately; applications should be received by 11/9 so
that preliminary interviews can be arranged at the Denver AAR
meeting. This position is subject to final administrative
approval.
New York University
The Department of Middle Eastern Studies at New York University invites applications for a new position in the field of Islamic studies, to begin September 1, 2002, pending budgetary and administrative approval. The position is open rank. Applicants' research should focus on the period from the emergence of Islam through the 13th century CE, with a thorough grounding in (and ability to teach) foundational texts, including Quran and hadith, and an engagement with current trends and debates in the field. Areas of specialization might include Islamic law, theology, philosophy and/or adab. We are seeking candidates who share our interest in historically and textually-grounded, comparative, and interdisciplinary approaches; can teach at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, including supervision of doctoral dissertations; and complement the research and teaching interests of current faculty members. Candidates should send a detailed letter, c.v., and at least three letters of recommendation, by December 15, 2001, to: Chair, Department of Middle Eastern Studies, New York University, 50 Washington Square South, New York NY 10012. NYU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
University of Oregon
The University of Oregon seeks to appoint a full-time Assistant Professor of Religious Studies, with responsibility for courses in Islam, beginning fall term 2002. Ph.D. or equivalent degree must be awarded by September 2002. This is a tenure-track position, and the salary will be competitive. The primary area of specialization should be aspects of thought and practice central to the study of Islam, including classical textual/oral traditions, jurisprudence, and major schools of thought. The preference is for a research focus on the formative period of Islamic society through the 14th century. Candidate must have demonstrated competence in primary sources in their original languages, especially Arabic.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a chronological sequence of courses on Islam and Islamic culture, as well as more specialized courses in his or her areas of interest. Candidate will normally be responsible for teaching an introductory course on Western religions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam) in alternate years. Teaching load is normally five courses per year. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue a program of research and publication in the field of specialty. All faculty are expected to perform the normal range of department and university advising and service. Candidate will participate in the development of an MA program.
The Department of Religious Studies, one of the first Religious Studies departments at a public institution in the country, includes four full-time “core faculty” and a dozen or so “affiliated faculty” who have primary appointments in other departments. It offers a major and a minor leading to either the B.A. or B.S. degree, and there are typically between thirty-five and fifty majors.
The University of Oregon is located in the city of Eugene (pop. approx. 137,000) at the head of the Willamette Valley in western Oregon. The UO is a comprehensive research university and member of the AAU. It currently enrolls a little more than 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Slightly more than half of the students are Oregonians, 10% are international students, and the rest come from all regions of the United States.
Each applicant should submit a C.V.; a letter outlining his or her academic qualifications for this position, research goals, and philosophy of undergraduate education; and a list of the courses that he or she has taught or is prepared to teach. Each applicant must also arrange for graduate transcripts and three letters of reference to be forwarded directly. All materials should be addressed to Chair, Islam Search Committee, Department of Religious Studies , 1294 University of Oregon, Eugene OR 97403-1294, FAX 541-346-4118 Email (for inquiries) tnash@oregon.uoregon.edu. Review of completed applications will commence November 19, 2001 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
University of Puget Sound
UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND
invites applications for the position of Luce Assistant
Professor of Islamic Societies in Southeast Asia. We
seek an outstanding teacher-scholar with a deep interest in and
commitment to interdisciplinary study and the liberal arts who is
a social scientist and a specialist in the study of Southeast
Asian Muslim Societies. This tenure-line appointment will be made
at the assistant professor level in an appropriate department and
in the Asian Studies Program. A doctoral degree (ABD considered)
in a related field, including Economics, History, Political
Science or Anthropology, and a commitment to liberal arts
education required. Candidates should possess language facility
sufficient to conduct research in Southeast Asia. The Luce
Assistant Professor will be expected to contribute to the
curricula of the designated department and the Asian Studies
Program as well as the University's Core Curriculum. Teaching
load is three courses per semester. Other duties include advising
students and participating in projects serving our institutional
mission. In addition the Luce Foundation supports the position
with a program fund of $10,000 annually for four years for
library materials, research projects, visiting lectureships,
student internships, travel and other activities aimed at
enhancing the Asian Studies Program. The University of Puget
Sound is an independent predominantly residential liberal arts
college with approximately 2500 undergraduates and 150 graduate
students enrolled in three masters programs. Puget Sound seeks to
develop in its students capacities for critical analysis, sound
judgment, and apt expression that will sustain a lifelong
cultivation of intellectual curiosity, active inquiry, and
reasoned independence. A Puget Sound education encourages a rich
knowledge of self and others, of commonality and difference, as
well as the full, open, and civil discussion of ideas, preparing
the University's graduates to meet the highest tests of
democratic citizenship. Puget Sound faculty are committed to
teaching excellence, scholarly engagement, and fruitful
student-faculty interactions. Puget Sound's web site may be found
at www.ups.edu. Initial funding for this position is provided by
a generous grant from The Henry Luce Foundation. Search and
selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of
qualified candidates has been identified. Interested candidates
are encouraged to submit application materials postmarked no
later than November 27, 2001 to insure consideration. To apply,
submit a letter of interest, vita, brief statement of teaching
philosophy, and three letters of reference to: Luce Assistant
Professor Search / University of Puget Sound / P.O. Box 7297 /
Tacoma, WA 98406. The University of Puget Sound is an equal
opportunity, affirmative action educator/employer.
Reed College
REED COLLEGE, the members of the
Religion Department, invite applicants for a tenure track
position. They plan to appoint at the assistant professor level;
queries and applications from more senior scholars, however, may
be considered. The position will begin in the academic year
2002-03. The department seeks applicants who specialize in Modern
Islam. Above all, candidates should be instructors with
a strong commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate
level. Candidates should also be self-aware in method and
knowledgeable of the various theories and practices current in
the critical study of religion, including theories of race,
ethnicity and social identity. The successful candidate will
teach an introduction to his or her area of specialization,
advanced seminars in the Religion Department, and participate in
the team-taught interdisciplinary Western Humanities program. All
members of the Religion Department also advise senior theses as
required by the college. We will also be conducting preliminary
interviews at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of
Religion. Please send letter, CV, and three letters of
recommendation to: Steven M. Wasserstrom, Chair, Search Committee
in Religion, Reed College, 3203 SE Woodstock, Portland OR 97202.
Reed College is an equal opportunity employer. Review of
applications begins November 2, 2001 and will
continue until the position is filled.
University of Richmond
The University of Richmond invites applications
for a tenure-track assistant professorship in the Islamic
World to begin fall
semester 2002. Candidates should have a strong broad
understanding of the Islamic World since the 7th century with
research and teaching
concentrations in the modern period (18th century to the
present). The appointee will be expected to contribute to the
general education
program as well as teach advanced courses in the field and
participate in the International Studies program. Ph.D. should be
completed by
August 2002. Send or have sent letter of application, c.v,
official transcripts, and dossier with at least three letters to
recommendation
by November 1, 2001 to Joan Bak, Chair, Islamic
World search, Department of History, University of Richmond,
Richmond, Virginia 23173. EOE/AA. Website:
http://www.richmond.edu/~history/
Rutgers
RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY, the Department of Religion invites applications for a position in Islam, rank open, to begin Fall 2002. Applicants must demonstrate outstanding teaching and research abilities. Teaching duties will include undergraduate introductory courses in the history of world religions in addition to the candidate’s primary specialization. It is highly desirable that the candidate has competence in current theories and methodologies in the study of religion and can participate in and make a contribution to the general development of the program. Salary commensurate with experience. Initial interviews will be held at AAR in November and applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. No application by fax or e-mail. Applicants are requested to send a letter of application, a CV, at least 3 letters of recommendation, and writing sample to: Chün-fang Yü, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Religion, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, 70 Lipman Drive, Room 140, New Brunswick NJ 08901-8525. EO/AA employer. Applications reviewed until filled.
San Diego State
SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY,
Department of Religious Studies, announces an opening for a
tenure-track assistant professor, Islam and Culture,
to begin Fall Semester 2002. Demonstrated interdisciplinary
teaching and research interests and the ability to work well with
students from diverse cultural backgrounds as well as a
commitment to teaching excellence and scholarship are essential.
We encourage applications from candidates whose horizon is the
global, interactive development of Islam in diverse cultural
settings including Islam in America. We prefer someone able to
engage in dialogue or fieldwork with local immigrant communities
and/or secondary competence in American religious diversity.
Ph.D. required. Interviews at AAR in Denver. Applicant screening
to begin 11/1/01. Send dossier to Chair, Department of Religious
Studies, San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Dr., San
Diego, CA 92182-8143. SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Title IX
Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis
of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender,
marital status, age, or disability.
San Francisco State University
SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY,
Department of Humanities, announces a tenure-track position in
the comparative and integrative study of the arts and cultures of
Islam. Requirements: knowledge of at least one major Islamic
textual and cultural tradition; ability to teach it in several
comparative and interdisciplinary contexts; record of
interdisciplinary research and teaching; facility in Arabic,
Turkish, Farsi, or another language appropriate to the
candidate’s research; familiarity with current trends in
humanities scholarship: PhD in any disciplinary or
interdisciplinary field in the humanities; interdisciplinary
quality of scholarship and teaching should be evident.
Assistant Professor level, salary range
$44,000-$50,000. Candidate must have completed all requirements
for the Ph.D by the date of appointment. We are particularly
interested in attracting women, ethnic minorities, and persons
with disabilities. San Francisco State University is an
Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer. Send application
letter, CV, three letters of reference, sample of scholarly work
to: Chair, HRTP Committee, Humanities Department, San Francisco
State University, 1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco CA
94132-4162. Review begins October 1, 2001, and
will continue until filled.
Swarthmore College
SWARTHMORE COLLEGE invites
applicants for a full time, tenure-track appointment at
the Assistant Professor rank in the Department of Religion.
Candidate will teach courses in Islam and may co-teach an
introduction to religion course. He/she must be rooted in a
civilizational approach to the study of Islam and conversant in
one or two local/regional traditions. Knowledge of contemporary
issues and social movements, particularly in light of religious
traditions, would be valuable. The candidate should have spent
some time in the Muslim world. Ph.D. and proven teaching
excellence preferred. Send letter of application, three
recommendations and current CV to Professor Jerry Frost, Search
Committee, Department of Religion, Swarthmore College, 500
College Ave., Swarthmore, PA 19081 by December 1, 2001. We
wish to do preliminary interviews at the AAR so dossiers need to
be sent promptly. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity
Employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Texas A & M
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY, the
Department of History invites applications for a
tenure-track assistant professorship beginning in September 2002.
Specialists in any field or any time period of the history of
Islamic societies are encouraged to apply. Send letter of
application, a current c.v., and three letters of reference to:
Chair, Islamic Search, Department of History, Texas A&M
University, College Station TX 77843-4236. Texas A&M
University is an AA/EOE and has a policy of being responsive to
the needs of dual-career couples. Application deadline: November
20, 2001
University of Toronto
THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO, the
Department for the Study of Religion (2/3) and the Department of
Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations (1/3), invite applications
for a tenure-stream Assistant or Associate Professorship in Islamic
Religion. Applicants should have a PhD in Religion or
Islamic studies, have a demonstrated research record, and be able
to take an active part in graduate supervision. The area and
period of specialization within Islamic Religion is open, but
teaching responsibilities may include courses on the Qur’an
and on Islamic Law (utilizing Arabic primary sources at the
graduate level), as well as introductory courses on Islamic
Religion and World-Religions. An acquaintance with current
questions of method and theory in the study of religion is
expected. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and
experience. A letter of application, curriculum vitae, evidence
of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of reference should
be sent to: Professor J. Goering, Chair, Dept. for the Study of
Religion, 123 St. George St., University of Toronto, Ontario M5S
2E8. Candidates invited for an interview will be asked to send
samples of their published work. The University of Toronto is
strongly committed to diversity within its community. The
University especially welcomes applications from visible minority
group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with
disabilities, and others who may contribute to further
diversification of ideas. Application deadline: October
22, 2001.
THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN–MADISON-Two Positions
1. The University of Wisconsin-Madison
invites applications for a rank-open Islamicist
specializing in the Qur’an and Islamic law.
Candidates must have mastered the early Islamic tradition,
especially the Qur’an and other classical legal sources in
Arabic. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory
courses on Islam as needed; advanced courses on the Qur’an,
tafsir in a major Islamic language, Islamic law, and Islamic
ethics; and the direction of graduate research. The appointment
will be 100% in the department best suited to the
applicant’s areas of expertise, but candidates must be
capable of contributing to the development of Middle East Studies
and Islamic Studies more broadly at the University, including
within the Religious Studies program. Please send a letter of
application, CV, three letters of recommendation, and a writing
sample (at least the length of an article or dissertation/book
chapter) to the address listed below. Unless confidentiality is
requested in writing, information regarding applicants must be
released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed
confidentiality. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages
applications from women and minorities. Deadline for applications
is December 1, 2001.
2. The University of Wisconsin - Madison seeks to hire a scholar
in the area of Islam and politics in the Middle East.
This is a tenure-track position with a preference for an
assistant professor, though the possibility of hiring an
exceptional candidate at the tenured rank is open. Applicants
should be prepared to do research and teach in areas related to
religion and politics in the regional context of the Middle East,
and to work to develop the field of Middle East Studies on
campus. Candidates must demonstrate a record of (or potential
for) superior scholarly accomplishment. Salary will be
commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please send a
letter of application, CV, three letters of recommendation, and a
writing sample (at least the length of an article or
dissertation/book chapter) to the address listed below. Unless
confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding
applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be
guaranteed confidentiality. The University of Wisconsin-Madison
is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and
encourages applications from women and minorities. Applications
will be accepted until November 15, 2001.
For both of the above positions, send all application materials
to: Michael Chamberlain, Chair, Middle East Search Committee, 331
Ingraham Hall, 1155 Observatory Dr., Madison WI 53706.
While the following advertisements do not specifically call for
an Islamicist, it may be possible for an Islamicist who is
broadly trained in history of religions/comparative religion to
receive strong consideration.
Baldwin-Wallace College
BALDWIN-WALLACE COLLEGE has re-opened its search for a tenure track, Assistant Professor position beginning August 2002, with the possibility of starting in January 2002. Candidates should hold the Ph.D. in an area of world religions (preferably a non-Western tradition), be committed to serving students both within and outside the classroom, and be able to teach a variety of courses as a generalist in a small department. Baldwin-Wallace expects all faculty members to take pride in excellent teaching, serve as academic advisors, work collegially with other faculty in the department, and serve on college committees. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated success in college teaching. The Religion Department is an undergraduate department with two full-time members, two members with split assignments, and a number of adjunct instructors. Baldwin-Wallace is a coeducational liberal arts oriented college of about 4600 students, located in a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio. Founded in 1845, Baldwin-Wallace was one of the first Ohio colleges to admit students without regard to race or gender. For more information see www.bw.edu. Since College has a strong commitment to enrich its academic environment by achieving diversity among faculty and staff, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups, and we strongly encourage women and persons of color to apply for this position. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of interest, and three letters of recommendation along with telephone numbers to: Dr. John Gordon, Acting Chair, Department of Religion, Baldwin-Wallace College, 275 Eastland Road, Berea, OH 44017-2088. Applicants should indicate if they will be available for an interview at the AAR/SBL meeting in Denver, Colo., in November. Applications will be reviewed beginning October 15.
University of Chicago
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO DIVINITY SCHOOL seeks to
make an appointment in the area of History of Religions,
effective with the 2002-03 academic year. Rank (with tenure or
tenure-track), area of specialization, and disciplinary training
are open, provided the candidate's primary focus of research and
teaching is religion. The School seeks a scholar with superior
research skills and a promising agenda for future work in the
field. The Divinity School offers the M.A. and M.Div. degrees and
the Ph.D. with a concentration in any of nine areas of study;
faculty teach and advise students from each of these programs and
across the curriculum of the Divinity School, offering courses at
introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels. Many faculty
hold associate appointments in other departments and schools of
the University; such associations are encouraged. Applications
will be considered until the position is filled, but the formal
deadline for consideration is November 15. Please send a letter
of application, a c.v., and three letters of reference to Dean
Richard A. Rosengarten, The University of Chicago Divinity
School, 1025 East 58th Street, Chicago, IL 60637. AA/EOE.
Georgia Southern University
GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY--Religious Studies.
Full-time, tenure-track assistant professor. Ph.D. in Religious
Studies or relevant discipline by the starting date of the
position, August 1, 2002. Salary competitive and dependent upon
qualifications. Area of specialization: open. Areas of
competence: Biblical studies and comparative religions. All
applicants should be able to demonstrate successful teaching
experience at the college or university level. Preference will be
given to candidates who demonstrate an ability to work with a
diverse student population. Teaching assignment is 12 hours at
the undergraduate level per semester. Responsibilities also
include non-teaching duties as assigned by the department chair.
Knowledge of languages appropriate for scholarship preferred.
Because of the interdisciplinary nature of the department, we
seek applicants who can demonstrate an academic interest in
literature and philosophy. Georgia Southern is a public
university. For more information about the department, visit
http://www2.gasou.edu/litphi. Send letter of application,
curriculum vitae, a separate statement of scholarly interests and
teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr.
Bruce Krajewski, Chair, Department of Literature and Philosophy,
Georgia Southern University, P.O.B. 8023, Statesboro, Georgia
30460-8023 USA. Postmark deadline: November 1, 2001.
The names of applicants and nominees, résumés and other general
non-evaluative information are subject to public inspection under
the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Persons who need
reasonable accommodation(s) in the search process under the
Americans with Disabilities Act should notify the chair.
Marlboro College
Marlboro College, a liberal arts institution of 300 students and 39 faculty, invites applications from broadly trained, dedicated teachers for a full-time, tenure-track position in world religions. Applicants must be able to teach broadly, support advanced work in Asian and western religions, and participate in a team-taught foundation course in the humanities. Training in philosophy a plus; Ph.D., college teaching experience required. Send letter addressing teaching philosophy, transcripts, vita, names of references to Dean of Faculty, Marlboro College, Marlboro, Vermont 05344, by September 1, 2001. Starts September 1, 2002. EOE.
Simpson College
SIMPSON COLLEGE seeks qualified
applicants for a tenure track, Instructor/Assistant Professor
position to teach an introductory course in world religions and
upper-level courses in a specific non-western religious
tradition. Comparative religions approach preferable. Starting
date August 2002. Ph.D. or ABD in Religion required. Ability and
interest in the teaching of undergraduates is crucial. Interest
in teaching a course in women in religion would be an additional
strength. Send letter of application, vita and three letters of
recommendation to John A. Pauley, Chair, Department of Philosophy
and Religion, Simpson College, Indianola, IA 50125. Deadline for
the completed applications is November 30 Selected early
applicants will be interviewed at AAR November 17-19. EOE/AA
Minority and women candidates are encouraged to apply.
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN OSHKOSH,
Department of Religious Studies & Anthropology, seeks a
tenure-track, Assistant Professor in Religious Studies. Broad
training is required in History of Religions,
with specialization in Indigenous Religions (including African
traditional) or Islam. Courses to be taught include World
Religions and, depending on specialization, Indigenous Religions,
Islam, African Religion, African American Religion, and other
courses specific to research interests. Appointment begins
September, 2002. Ph.D. in Religious Studies required by starting
date of appointment. Evidence of teaching versatility and
excellence, and scholarly productivity and promise required.
Faculty have access to the University's nationally known Faculty
Development Program and will be encouraged to seek extramural
funding. The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is an AA/EO
institution. To apply, send a letter of application, official
transcripts, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of
recommendation by November 30, 2001, to: Chair; Search and Screen
Committee; Department of Religious Studies & Anthropology;
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh; 800 Algoma Boulevard; Oshkosh,
WI 54901. Prospective candidates may be interviewed at the Annual
Meeting of the AAR.
Lastly, the following position would especially like to receive applications from candidates in Islamic studies:
Brandeis University
BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY, announces a
one year, full-time research professorship, on
any level, for 2002/2003 (funding pending) in Feminist
Sexual Ethics. Researcher will work within the
multi-racial, multi-ethnic project on Feminist Sexual Ethics:
Creating Debate on How to Respect the Full Human Dignity of All
Persons, which focuses on Judaism, Christianity, and
Islam in the US, as well as on their scriptures,
traditions, and history. She or he will pursue an independent
research project at Brandeis, teach a course in either semester,
and convene a brown-bag lunch series or colloquium. We invite
scholars and practitioners to propose research on sexual ethics
and religious traditions. Topics may include sexual identity,
marriage, sexual violence, or sex education. As an EEO/AA
employer, Brandeis is committed to building a diverse faculty and
invites applications from women and minorities. Send completed
applications and have three letters of recommendation sent
directly to: Feminist Sexual Ethics Project, Department of Near
Eastern and Judaic Studies, MS 054, Brandeis University, Waltham
Massachusetts 02454-9110. Obtain application forms from
fse_project@brandeis.edu; 781-736-3228; fax: 781 736-2070; or
http://www.brandeis.edu/departments/nejs/fse). Application
deadline: January 4, 2002.
York University
Division of Humanities
South Asian Religions and Cultures
The Division of Humanities in the Faculty of Arts, York University, invites applications for a tenure-stream position at the Assistant Professor level in South Asian Religions and Cultures. Applicants should have the appropriate scholarly strengths to conduct research in South Asian religions and cultures within a broad interpretive framework and to teach at the introductory and advanced levels in the Division's interdisciplinary Foundations and upper-level courses. The successful applicant will also be expected to teach in the Religious Studies Programme. Duties may include teaching in the proposed graduate Programme in the Humanities. Candidates should be actively engaged in a program of scholarly research. A Ph. D. or equivalent is essential. Salary depends upon qualifications and experience. The position, to commence July 1, 2002, is subject to budgetary approval by the University. Applicants should send a letter of application, including a c.v., and arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be sent no later than January 7, 2002 to:
Professor Doug Freake, Chair
Division of Humanities
York University
Rm. 207 Vanier College
4700 Keele Street
North York, Ontario
CANADA, M3J 1P3
York University has an Affirmative Action Program
with respect to its faculty and librarian appointments. The
designated groups are: women, racial/visible minorities, persons
with disabilities and aboriginal peoples. Persons in these groups
must self-identify in order to participate in the Affirmative
Action Program. The Division of Humanities welcomes applications
from persons in these groups. The Affirmative Action Program can
be found on York's website at www.yorku.ca/acadjobs/index.htm or
a copy can be obtained by calling the affirmative action office
at 416-736-5713. Canadian citizens and permanent residents will
be considered first for this position.