International Institute for the Study of Islam in the Modern World
Editor ISIM Review
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Netherlands |
Position: | Research Professional |
ISIM is currently soliciting applications for the position of
Editor (0.6 fte).
ISIM is the publisher of several publications, the principal one being the ISIM Review (formerly ISIM Newsletter). Apart from institutional news the ISIM Review contains research articles by scholars from all over the world. It enables its readers to follow trends in research and offers background information on current developments and events relevant to the study of Muslim societies and communities. The ISIM Review has a circulation of around 8,000 worldwide and is also available online on the ISIM website.
The editor will be responsible for the following tasks:
- soliciting and editing texts for the ISIM Review;
- co-editing occasional publications of ISIM, such as the ISIM Papers Series;
- corresponding with authors on content related matters;
- corresponding with the (free-lance) language editors;
- developing an index for the ISIM Review.
All tasks are to be performed in close cooperation and consultation with the ISIM Chairs, who supervise the ISIM publications, with the desk editor, who provides general support and takes care of such matters as illustrations, layout and distribution, and with the (free-lance) language and copy editor(s).
Applicants should:
- hold a Ph.D. degree in a discipline relevant to the ISIM research profile or an equivalent publication record;
- have extensive knowledge of one or more regions of the Muslim World;
- be well versed in comparative social science research;
have an excellent overview of debates taking place in and about Muslim societies;
- have an excellent command of English and, preferably, a working knowledge of French;
- have proven experience in editing academic publications;
- hold excellent communicative skills.
What we offer:
- A one-year temporary appointment with the possibility of extension. In accordance with the responsibilities and competence associated with the position, we offer a maximum gross monthly salary of 4049,- (scale 11) based on a fulltime appointment. This is dependent on education and experience, according to the Dutch University CAO (collective labour agreement).
- An inspiring international academic environment.
Applications, including a detailed curriculum vitae, should reach the ISIM before 15 March 2006. Applications may be accepted until the position is filled. Please send the materials to the following address:
ISIM Vacancies
Prof. Asef Bayat
P.O.Box 11089
2301 EB Leiden
vacancies@isim.nl
For further information, please contact:
Rapti Miedema
P.O.Box 11089
2301 EB Leiden
vacancies@isim.nl
T: +31 71 5277899
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ISIM Vacancies
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Website: | http://www.isim.nl |
Primary Category: | Social Sciences |
Secondary Categories: | Anthropology Archaeology Area Studies Humanities Middle East History / Studies Political Science Religious Studies and Theology Sociology World History / Studies |
Posting Date: | 02/14/2006 |
Closing Date | 03/15/2006 |