Fw: H-ASIA: Position Islam, University of Aberdeen, Lecturer

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Subject: H-ASIA: Position Islam, University of Aberdeen, Lecturer

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> March 1, 2011
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> Position: Islamic Studies, Lecturer, University of Aberdeen
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> From: H-Net Job Guide:
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> JOB GUIDE NO.: https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=42247
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> University of Aberdeen, School of Divinity, History and Philosophy
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> LECTURERSHIP IN THE STUDY OF ISLAM
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> Institution Type: College / University
> Location: United Kingdom
> Position: Lecturer, Research Professional
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> THE UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN
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> School of Divinity, History and Philosophy
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> LECTURERSHIP IN THE STUDY OF ISLAM
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> The School of Divinity, History and Philosophy seeks to appoint an
> outstanding candidate to a Lectureship in the Study of Islam. The
> successful candidate will pursue a vigorous programme of international
> quality research into Islamic religion andwill contribute broadly to the
> building up of the research culture within Divinity and Religious Studies.
> The post-holder will strengthen and expand the Schools provision at
> undergraduate and taught postgraduate levels in Religious Studies,
> delivering courses treating of the Quran and its interpretation as well as
> other aspects of Islamic traditions and practices. He or she will also be
> expected to provide supervision of postgraduate research students in due
> course.
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> The successful candidate will have in hand by the start of the appointment
> a doctorate concentrated upon the religious dimensions the study of Islam,
> will bring experience of university teaching, and will demonstrate
> outstanding research promise with an excellent publication record relative
> to the stage of his or her career.
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> The School continues to flourish as an established centre of excellence in
> the study of religion, as well as in biblical, theological, philosophical
> and historical studies. Its ambitions and achievements reflect one of the
> most vigorous research cultures within the University. In the most recent
> RAE(2008), Divinity and Religious Studies in Aberdeen ranked first in
> Scotland and second in the UK in the Times Higher Education tables. It
> continues to host one of the most sizable postgraduate populations within
> the University, and provides high-quality undergraduate programmes within
> the Universitys recent reformed curriculum.
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> Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 7 salary scale (GBP
> 36,715-GBP 43,840 per annum) with placement according to qualifications
> and experience.
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> Should you require a visa to undertake paid employment in the UK, you will
> be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a
> Certificate of Sponsorship and Tier 2 visa. As appropriate, at the time
> an offer of appointment is made you will be asked to demonstrate that you
> fulfil the criteria in respect of financial maintenance and competency in
> English. Please do not hesitate to contact Sharon Cassidy, HR Adviser, for
> further information on this.
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> The closing date for the receipt of applications is Wednesday 30 March
> 2011.
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> Promoting Diversity and Equal Opportunities throughout the University
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> Contact: To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
> quoting job reference number 1179182
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> Website: www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
> Primary Category: Islamic History / Studies
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> Secondary Categories: None
> Posting Date: 03/01/2011
> Closing Date 03/30/2011
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