1) Georgetown University
2) University of South Florida
3) Loyola University, New Orleans
4) Monash University - Australia
5) Bilkent University - Turkey
6) Brandeis University (Junior Scholar Fellowship)
7) Case Western Reserve University
8) Texas A&M University

1) Georgetown University

Assistant Professor (tenure-track), Islamic Studies and Muslim-Christian
Relations

The Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service (SFS) and the Prince Alwaleed
Bin Talal Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding at Georgetown University
invite applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in Islamic
Studies and Muslim-Christian Relations. The successful candidate will hold a
Ph.D. in a relevant discipline or interdisciplinary field, be fluent in
Arabic and preferably one other language of the Muslim world, and have
publications and teaching experience in Islamic studies with a competence in
both classical (in particular early Islamic sources, Qur¹an and hadith) and
modern Islamic thought. Teaching load is two courses per semester. For
further information on SFS and the Alwaleed Center, please visit
sfs.georgetown.edu and cmcu.georgetown.edu

Applications for this position must be made via Georgetown¹s online
application management system at https://georgetownsfs.ats.profilestm.com.
Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted. Review of applications
will begin December 1 and will continue until the position is filled.
Georgetown University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Queries about the position should be directed to Dr. Peter Dunkley,
Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs, at dunkleyp@georgetown.edu.

Contact Info:

Queries about the position should be directed to Dr. Peter Dunkley,
Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs, at dunkleyp@georgetown.edu. Website:
http://www.georgetown.edu/sfs


2) University of South Florida

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA, Tampa, Florida. The Department of Religious
Studies invites applications for an Associate Professor position in Islam.
We are especially interested in scholars with interests in Islam in Asian
cultural contexts and/or in contemporary Islam, and/or scholars who will be
able to contribute to the Ph.D. program in Philosophy and Religion.
Candidates must show continuing promise of excellence in scholarship and
evidence of successful and effective teaching.  Candidates must be able to
teach Qur¹anic Arabic.  Anticipated teaching load is 2/2. Applicants will be
expected to participate fully in university and departmental service.  A
Ph.D. in Religious Studies or related field with specialization in Islamic
Studies is required.  The Department of Religious Studies at USF emphasizes
the interdisciplinary study of religion, culture, and society.  It offers
the B. A. and the M. A. in Religious Studies, and participates in a Joint
Ph.D. program in Philosophy and Religion with the Philosophy Department. We
presently have 12 fulltime Faculty, upwards of 180 undergraduate majors, and
80 graduate majors. Salary is negotiable. Anticipated date of appointment:
August 7, 2010. Applicants must apply for this position online at
https://employment.usf.edu  , submitting a cover letter, statement of
scholarly interest and research, CV, sample of scholarly publications, and
evidence of teaching excellence. Three letters of recommendation should be
sent directly to Prof. Thomas Williams, Chair, Islam Search, Department of
Religious Studies, CPR 107, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
33620-5550.  Applications must be submitted by November 30, 2009.

According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open
to the public.  For ADA accommodations, please contact Ms. Sue Viens,
813-974-1845 at least five working days prior to need.  USF is an AA/EEO
institution that values campus diversity and demonstrates this commitment in
campus initiatives.  We particularly encourage members of historically
underrepresented groups to apply.


3) Loyola University, New Orleans

Loyola University, New Orleans. The Department of Religious
Studies seeks candidates for a tenure-track Assistant
Professor position, beginning Fall 2010, in Islam. The area
of specialization is open. Expertise in Arabic and/or other
relevant research languages is required. Demonstrating
excellence in teaching undergraduates will positively
influence our deliberations. The successful candidate will
teach general introductory courses in Islam and one in world
religions. The teaching load is three courses per semester..
Complete dossiers must be received by December15, 2009 to
ensure full consideration.  We welcome the electronic
transmission of dossiers (transcripts excepted).
Applications should consist of curriculum vitae, three
letters of reference, teaching portfolio and official copies
of transcripts. Send to: Dr. Timothy Cahill, Department of
Religious Studies, Loyola University New Orleans, 6363 St.
Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118  (tccahill@loyno.edu).
Loyola University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer.


4) Monash University - Australia

Lecturer (Assistant Professor)
International Studies and World History
Faculty of Arts, Monash University

The School of Historical Studies is seeking to make a two-year, full-time,
fixed-term appointment to augment its teaching and research profile in the
area of International Studies and build its strength in world history. The
area of specialisation is open but an interest in world, global and
trans-national history since 1500 is essential, as is a capacity to work
across disciplines, regions and/or time periods.

The appointee will undertake teaching and research as well as supervising
honours and postgraduate students. They will be expected to develop a major
research project and apply for research grants.

Monash University has a bold vision - to deliver significant improvements to
the human condition. Distinguished by its international perspective, Monash
takes pride in its commitment to innovative research and high quality
teaching and learning.

The Benefits
Remuneration package: $83,363 - $98,994 pa Level B (includes employer
superannuation of 17%)

This role is a full-time position, however flexible working arrangements may
be negotiated.

Monash offers a range of professional development programs, support for
research, study and overseas work, generous maternity leave and flexible
work arrangements.

Duration
Two-year appointment

Location
Clayton and Caulfield campuses

Enquiries Only
Professor Mark Peel
Email: mark.peel@arts.monash.edu.au

Applications Close
Friday, 20 November 2009

For application details, see:
http://monash.turborecruit.com.au/job/job_details.cfm?id=419479&from=

Contact Info:
Apply online at:

http://monash.turborecruit.com.au/job/job_details.cfm?id=419479&from=
Website: http://www.monash.edu.au/


5) Bilkent University - Turkey

Bilkent University

Middle East Politics (Assistant Professor)

Bilkent University, the Department of International Relations announces a
January 2010 opening for an Assistant Professor position in Middle East
Politics, with a focus on both traditional and emerging security concerns in
the region. Qualifications include the ability to teach undergraduate and
graduate courses in international politics, foreign policy analysis, and
international relations theory, as well as electives in Middle East
Politics. Applicants with regional language and cultural familiarity are
particularly welcome. ABDs close to completion of a PhD will also be given
consideration.

Bilkent University (www.bilkent.edu.tr <http://www.bilkent.edu.tr/> ),
located in Turkey¹s capital city of Ankara, is the oldest private university
in Turkey, and is an internationally recognized research institution. The
medium of instruction is English. The Department of International Relations
(www.ir.bilkent.edu.tr <http://www.ir.bilkent.edu.tr/> ) is a vibrant and
large department, offering a variety of courses. It benefits greatly from
the interdisciplinary assets of its international faculty. Bilkent
University encourages both teaching and research excellence; thus, the
yearly teaching load is 2/2. Benefits include free housing, competitive
salary package (additional compensation for publications), health insurance,
subsidized bilingual/English-only education at the on-campus IB accredited
private school for the children of faculty members. Bilkent University is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV with a publication list, writing
samples (max. 30 pages), and three reference letters to: Attn: IR Middle
East Search Committee, Dr. Ersel Aydinli, Chair, Department of International
Relations at ersel@bilkent.edu.tr and/or ir@bilkent.edu.tr. Applications
received by  November 15, 2009 will be guaranteed full consideration.


6) Brandeis University (Junior Scholar Fellowship)

Brandeis University

The Crown Center for Middle East Studies

Junior Scholar Fellowship

The Crown Center for Middle East Studies is offering one-year junior scholar
fellowships to outstanding scholars of Middle East politics, economics,
history, religion, or social developments for the 2010-11 academic year.
This fellowship can be either a post-doctoral position for new PhDs or a
research fellowship for assistant professors during their year off from
teaching. It will allow junior scholars the flexibility and means to advance
a specific research project related to the contemporary Middle East.

About the Crown  Center
The Crown Center's research interests encompass the twenty-two members of
the Arab League, stretching from Morocco to Iraq, as well as Israel, Turkey,
and Iran. The Center's research focus extends well beyond Arab-Israeli
tensions to include Middle East politics, Islamic studies, economic and
social developments, and regional security and arms control. The Center's
research staff reflects its broad geopolitical focus. During its three years
of operation, experienced researchers with high-level expertise about Egypt,
Israel, Palestine, Turkey, Iraq, Iran and Saudi Arabia conducted research
for the Center. In addition to hosting conferences, seminars, and workshops,
the Center has created tools for "real-time" distribution of analyses
regarding current developments and events in the Middle East with its
"Middle East Brief." The Center also publishes article-length monographs
titled ³Crown Papers," which is a peer-reviewed scholarly publication. The
Center's staff teaches undergraduate- and graduate-level courses at Brandeis
University.

Eligibility
The 2010-2011 junior fellowship is open to both recent Ph.D.s (as a
post-doctoral position) and assistant professors in Middle East related
fields. PhD must be completed by September 1, 2010.

Terms
This fellowship is a one-year appointment beginning September 1, 2010 and
ending June 30, 2011. The stipend for these 10 months will be $43,000. In
addition funding is available for research, travel, and related expenses.
Fringe benefits will be available during the appointment period. Appointment
is subject to budgetary approval. Fellows are expected to be in residence at
the Crown Center during the tenure of the fellowship. During their
residence, fellows are required to produce a scholarly article related to
his/her research project to be submitted to the peer-reviewed "Crown Papers"
series, write a Middle East Brief, and participate in all Crown Center
seminars, conferences and other events. Notification: February 1, 2010;
Please direct  inquiries to Kristina Cherniahivsky at
crowncenter@brandeis.edu  or call 781-736-5320. Application deadline:
December 15, 2009.


7) Case Western Reserve University

Case Western Reserve University

Islamic Studies/Open Rank

Case Western Reserve University, the Department of Religious Studies,
invites applications for a faculty position with expertise in the academic
study of Islam. All areas of specialization will be considered. Knowledge of
appropriate research languages is required. The successful candidate will be
expected to teach courses in theory and method in the academic study of
religion as well as courses in Islamic Studies. Rank is open, but
appointment at the Assistant  Professor level is preferred. Candidates at
the assistant level should have the PhD in hand at the time of appointment
and preferably  some publications; candidates for the associate level should
have a substantial record of peer-reviewed publications, including at
least one book-length monograph; candidates for appointment at the level
of professor will have a national reputation for expertise in the 
candidate¹s line of research and a distinguished record of publication, in
accord with the qualifications necessary for tenure and promotion at our
institution as stated in the Faculty Handbook and in the tenure and
promotion standards of the Department of Religious Studies. The normal
teaching load is two courses per semester. Case Western Reserve University
offers the student quality and class size of a strong liberal arts college,
within one of the nation¹s major research universities. Complete
applications will include a letter describing the applicant's academic
background and prior teaching experience, a curriculum vitae, a writing
sample, and three  letters of recommendation (sent separately by the
recommender) to  Professor Deepak Sarma c/o Lauren Gallitto; Dept. of
Religious, Studies, Case Western Reserve University; 111 Mather House,
11201 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland OH 44106-7112; or email these materials  to
lauren.gallitto@case.edu.  Additional information about the CWRU, Dept. of
Religious Studies may be found  at http://www.case.edu/ artsci/rlgn/
<http://www.case.edu/%20artsci/rlgn/> . In employment, as in education, Case
Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity, employer committed to a
diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Women and underrepresented
groups are encouraged to apply. Applications received by February 1, 2010
will receive full review.


8) Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University

Arabic Language/ Lecturer

The Arabic and Asian Language Office at Texas A&M University announces the
position of a Lecturer in Arabic to start on August 16, 2010. The
appointment is for 2 years and is renewable. The successful applicant will
teach three undergraduate courses at any level in Modern Standard Arabic
each semester and contribute to the curriculum and program development.
Applicants should have an excellent command of Modern Standard Arabic and
should know at least one regional Arabic dialect. Applicants should also
have a strong and recent experience with teaching Arabic to non-native
speakers. Familiarity with second language teaching and acquisition, testing
methods and the use of technology in language teaching are also needed.
Applicants should hold a minimum of Masters Degree in the field or
equivalent by the start date.

To be considered for this position, applicants should submit a resume, a
statement of teaching, a graduate transcript, and three letters of
recommendation. A teaching demo in a DVD is recommended. Send application
materials to: Texas A&M University, Arabic Search Committee, Arabic and
Asian Language Office, 4224 TAMU, College Station TX 77843-4224. Texas A&M
University ranks as the nation's sixth largest university, and is centrally
located among three of the country's 10 largest cities (Dallas, Houston, San
Antonio). Texas A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and
encourages women and minorities to apply. Review  of applications will begin
in January 2010, and will continue until the  position is filled.