FELLOWSHIP 2010 IN HHIT – UK
Post-Doc Research Fellowship 2010 in ‘The here and the hereafter in Islamic traditions’ (HHIT) in University of Edinburgh of UK
About University:
The University of Edinburgh has been instrumental in shaping history for over 400 years. An exciting, vibrant, research led academic community we offer opportunities to work with leading international academics whose visions are shaping tomorrow’s world. Our 22 Schools, spread across 3 Colleges, offer over 350 undergraduate and 160 postgraduate courses to more than 20,000 students each year. As a member of staff you will be working for of one of the top employers in Edinburgh, with over 10,000 people spread across a wide range of academic and supporting roles.
Detail:
This fixed term (45 months) full-time post forms part of a team working on a European Research Council Starting Grant research project entitled ‘The here and the hereafter in Islamic traditions’ (HHIT), led by Dr Christian Lange, Lecturer in Islamic Studies. The research team will also include two doctoral researchers. A willingness to work in a team is essential for this post.
Personal Attributes: Essential
1. Excellent presentation and communication skills
2. Excellent organizational skills
3. Versatility and flexibility in research methods
4. Ability to work as part of a team
5. Enthusiasm for and commitment to the project
Academic attributes: Essential
1. A high degree of excellence in the field of Islamic/Middle Eastern Studies, Religious Studies, or a cognate discipline, demonstrated by a published monograph
2. Knowledge of, and interest in, Islamic religious literature, particularly in the area of Islamic eschatology
3. Knowledge of at least one Islamicate language, preferably Arabic, but not excluding others
4. Proficiency in English (spoken and written) as well as the ability to work with secondary literature in several modern European languages
Desirable
1. Experience of dealing with Islamic manuscripts
2. Willingness to provide undergraduate and/or postgraduate seminars on the chosen research topic
Qualifications & Experience:
Essential
1. PhD in a relevant subject
2. Knowledge of relevant research approaches and models, analytical techniques and methods.
Desirable
1. Experience designing, building and/or maintaining websites
Salary:
The role is grade UE07 and attracts an annual salary in the range of £29,853 to £35,646 for 35 hours each week. Salary is paid monthly by direct transfer to your Bank or Building Society account, normally on the 28th of the month.
Disclosure:
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application in line with the Protection of Children (Scotland) Act 2003. appointment to this post is conditional on the results of the Disclosure check. If you wish further information about this matter please refer to: www.disclosure-scotland.co.uk.
Application Procedure
We encourage all applicants to apply online at http://www.jobs.ed.ac.uk/. The application process is quick and easy to follow, and you will receive email confirmation of safe receipt of your application. To apply online please first read the instructions before beginning the application form. You can complete the online form, or upload a single file containing your letter, Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement and details of two referees (including email addresses).
The vacancy reference number is : 3013318
Please complete the equal opportunities form and return in the separate pre-paid envelope provided. We cannot guarantee to consider late applications.
Interviews are likely to be held during w/c 11th October 2010, at The School of Divinity, New College, Mound Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2LX..
The contract will run from January 2011 to September 2014.
Deadline: The closing date for this post is 17th September 2010.
Salary Scale: £29,853 – £35,646
Contact:
Dr Christian Lange
C.Lange@ed.ac.uk)
