[Andalusi Studies] [job] U of Texas at Austin: Open Rank Tenure Line Position in Arabic Studies

[David Wacks]

OPEN RANK TENURE LINE POSITION IN ARABIC STUDIES (University of Texas at
Austin)

The Department of Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Texas at
Austin invites applications for an open-rank tenure line position in Arabic
Studies. The position will begin in August 2019.

The position will focus on either Modern or Medieval Arabic Studies. While
disciplinary specialization is open, preference will be given to literature
and culture, broadly defined. The ability to work across language and
cultural boundaries, such as Hebrew, Persian, or Turkish, while not
required, are strongly preferred.

Duties include teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses, and
serving in the doctoral programs in Arabic Studies, and other related
programs like Comparative Literatures and Middle Eastern Languages and
Cultures. All faculty, in the Department Middle Eastern Studies are
expected to pursue a strong record of research and publication, while also
engaging in service to the Department, College, University, and profession.
The Department places a high premium on collegiality and maintaining a
diverse and hospitable working environment. Salary is dependent upon
position and qualifications. As per university procedures, background and
academic credential checks are conducted as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate should have at least near-native fluency in
Arabic, and must demonstrate excellent in research and publication, as well
as teaching. They must also have the ability to train and supervise
graduate students. Applicants should also be able to effectively teach
large undergraduate classes. Relevant program-building experience and
leadership in the field will also be given significant weight in the
evaluation process. All applicants must have had their Ph.D. in hand prior
to August 2016.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws
regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is
committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital
status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,
disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs
and activities, and admissions. Women and minority candidates are strongly
encouraged to apply.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To apply, please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, teaching
dossier including sample syllabi (both graduate and undergraduate), a
statement about your philosophy regarding language teaching pedagogy,
student evaluations (both graduate and undergraduate) and three letters of
recommendation. Electronic submissions only (through Interfolio at
https://apply.interfolio.com/54800). All materials should be submitted by
October 29, 2018. Review of applications will begin October 29, 2018.

For further info:
http://www.utexas.edu/cola/depts/mes/
512-471-3881
Or:
Kamran Scot Aghaie, Search Committee Chair
Email: kamranaghaie at austin.utexas.edu


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