Harvard University, Department of South Asian Studies
Preceptor in Sanskrit
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Massachusetts, United States |
Position: | Non-Tenure Track Faculty |
The Department of South Asian Studies, Harvard University, seeks applications for a preceptor in Sanskrit. The appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2017. The preceptor will be responsible for language instruction and course development at all levels and across all genres and time periods of Sanskrit. The position is full time with teaching duties of five courses per year. The position is for one year. Reappointment may be possible on a yearly basis for up to eight years (within the eligibility guidelines of the FAS), contingent on performance, enrollments, curricular need, position availability, and divisional dean authorization. The successful applicant should have demonstrated experience in teaching Sanskrit. A strong graduate record in any field of Sanskrit by the time of appointment is required. A strong doctoral record is preferred, as is knowledge of a second South Asian language.
Please submit applications through the ARIeS portal (http://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/7562). Candidates are encouraged to apply by May 12, 2017; applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Include the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, names and contact information of three to five references, who will be asked by a system-generated email to upload a letter of recommendation once the candidate’s application has been submitted. Three letters of recommendation are required, and the application is considered complete only when at least three letters have been received, statement of teaching philosophy, course evaluations.
Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Website: | https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/7562/ |
Primary Category: | South Asian History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | Languages |
Posting Date: | 04/20/2017 |
Closing Date | 06/30/2017 |