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SUMMARY:Position opening: Associate/Full Professor – Islamic/Middle Eastern Studies\, UMass Amherst\, November 15\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Associate/Full Professor – Islamic/Middle Eastern Studies \nJob no: 525355\nWork type: Faculty Full Time\nLocation: UMass Amherst\nDepartment: Judaic & Near Eastern Studies\nUnion: MSP\nCategories: Faculty\, College of Humanities & Fine Arts \n\n\nAbout UMass Amherst \nUMass Amherst\, the Commonwealth’s flagship campus\, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate\, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1\,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts\, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition\, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College\, Hampshire College\, Mount Holyoke College\, and Smith College)\, which adds to the intellectual energy of the region. \nJob Description \nThe Department of Judaic and Near Eastern Studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a full-time nine-month faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor or above (tenured) in Islamic cultures and civilizations of the Middle East and/or broader Islamic world\, to begin September 1\, 2025. \nAreas of specialization are open\, but should reflect breadth of knowledge and interest in Islamic cultures in the Middle East\, Africa and/or Asia\, and in-depth knowledge of one or more Muslim-majority countries. Course load is 2-2. The successful candidate will be expected to teach one or more broad undergraduate survey courses on Islam in Middle Eastern and/or global contemporary contexts\, as well as specialized courses in their fields. We encourage applications from candidates spanning the humanities and/or social sciences\, including but not limited to fields such as religious studies\, anthropology\, media studies\, or interdisciplinary Middle Eastern\, Asian\, or African studies\, who can complement our department’s existing strengths in Middle Eastern history\, politics and law. Our department values diversity as a core element of academic excellence. \nRequirements \nCandidates should (1) have earned a doctoral degree in a relevant field by time of appointment\, (2) be a tenured associate professor or full professor with an outstanding established record of teaching and research that are appropriate for a senior level appointment at the University\, and (3) have the commitment to collaborative participation and engagement with governance in an active and energetic department. \nAdditional Information \nSalary is commensurate with qualifications and experience\, and the University offers an attractive benefits package. \nFor more information on living\, working\, and learning at the University\, please visit: https://www.umass.edu/faculty-development/prospective-faculty. \nApplication Instructions \nAlong with the application\, please submit a cover letter; curriculum vitae; 50 pages of recent written work (in PDF form); a statement of your teaching philosophy and experience of no more than 750 words; a statement of your research trajectory and future goals of no more than 750 words; and contact information for three (3) professional references. \nThe position will remain posted until filled. Applicants must apply by the priority deadline of November 15\, 2024 to ensure full consideration. \nThe University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women\, minorities\, protected veterans\, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and critical to the University’s goals of achieving excellence in all areas\, we will holistically assess the many qualifications of each applicant and favorably consider an individual’s record working with students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives\, experiences\, and backgrounds in educational\, research or other work activities. We will also favorably consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career and degree. \n\nAdvertised: Oct 17 2024 Eastern Daylight Time \n*** \nApply here.
URL:https://pil.law.harvard.edu/event/position-opening-associate-full-professor-islamic-middle-eastern-studies-umass-amherst-november-15-2024/
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SUMMARY:Position opening: Senior Lecturer in Law\, History\, and Society\, Vanderbilt University\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Senior Lecturer in Law\, History\, and Society \nThe Department of History at Vanderbilt University seeks candidates for an instructional position at the rank of Senior Lecturer in Law\, History\, and Society. We seek a U.S. historian with a demonstrated record of teaching excellence in law and society or legal history. We are especially interested in candidates with teaching interests in immigration\, civil rights\, criminal law\, human rights law\, or environmental law. The position will begin in Fall 2025 and is non-tenure-track. The teaching load is six courses per academic year\, including a two-semester survey in the history of law in the United States and elective courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. The initial appointment is for three years\, with the potential for continuing reappointment\, contingent upon institutional review. \nLaw\, History\, and Society is a rapidly growing interdisciplinary major at Vanderbilt that serves a diverse student body. We approach law from both a historical and an interdisciplinary perspective with emphasis placed on close reading of legal documents\, broadly defined\, research\, and analytical writing. Students are encouraged to study topics that stretch across national and chronological boundaries\, and to think comparatively. All faculty in the History Department teach classes at all levels of the curriculum\, from introductory lectures to majors’ seminars\, and also serve in an advisory capacity for honors students and undergraduate majors. \nQualifications \nCandidates should have evidence of teaching experience in law and society or legal history and a commitment to undergraduate teaching and programming. All requirements for the PhD in History must be completed no later than August 1\, 2025. \nApplication Instructions \nApplications are accepted via Interfolio here: http://apply.interfolio.com/157425. To be considered\, please submit the following materials: cover letter\, curriculum vitae\, teaching statement\, teaching evaluations for all available courses\, two sample syllabi (at least one for an introductory lecture course)\, and three letters of reference. Review of application files will begin on December 9\, 2024. \nEqual Opportunity Employer \nAt Vanderbilt University\, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity\, diversity\, and inclusion for all students\, faculty\, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are.  We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment\, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education. \nVanderbilt University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race\, color\, religion\, sex\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, national origin\, disability\, or status as a protected veteran\, or any other characteristic protected by law.
URL:https://pil.law.harvard.edu/event/position-opening-senior-lecturer-in-law-history-and-society-vanderbilt-university-2025/
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