Hamad Bin Khalifa University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Open rank position in MA in Digital Humanities and Societies program
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Qatar |
Position: | Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Full Professor |
Open rank position in MA in Digital Humanities and Societies program
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Hamad Bin Khalifa University
Hamad bin Khalifa University (HBKU), a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, is an emerging world-class teaching and research university that is building its foundation upon unique collaborations with best local and international institutions. Located in Education City, Doha, Qatar, HBKU delivers world-class research-based undergraduate and graduate programs through its College of Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Islamic Studies, College of Science and Engineering, Law School, and College of Public Health. It also provides unparalleled opportunities for research and scholarship through its research institutes, and its Center of Executive Education delivers customized programs for the business community of Qatar and the region, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.
About College of Humanities and Social Sciences:
The College of Humanities and Social Sciences was recently established with a vision to enrich society, by providing transformative educational experiences that bridge disciplinary boundaries, and by offering the academic community opportunities to engage in innovative research and collaboration. The college achieves its mission through recruiting and retaining the finest faculty and researchers, enrolling and graduating high caliber students and promoting a supportive environment for faculty and student research and through offering the following programs:
• Master of Arts in Translation Studies (MATS)- since 2012
• Master of Arts in Audiovisual Translation (MAAT)- since 2014
• Master of Arts in Women, Society and Development (MAWSD)- launched in 2017
• Master of Arts in Digital Humanities and Societies (MADHS)- launched in 2017
Open-Rank Professorship of Digital Humanities and Societies
Hamad bin Khalifa University is inviting applications for Open-Rank Professorship in Digital Humanities and Societies with an emphasis on either cultural studies, digital culture, or media. The MA in Digital Humanities and Societies program offers two specialized tracks: a) Digital Humanities, and b) Digital Cultures and Social Studies in the Middle East. Applicants with doctoral degrees in digital humanities are preferred. The college seeks candidates that can bridge the interrelations between digital mediums and various social studies which include culture, film and media, journalism, religion, history and philosophy, gender, and geo-politics amongst others.
Essential Requirements
- A doctorate in the humanities or social sciences.
- Publications record commensurate with the rank being applied for.
- University level teaching experience.
- Demonstrated research or teaching experience in digital humanities.
- Fluency in English.
Preferred Requirements
- Knowledge of Arabic will be considered as added value.
- Experience with obtaining grants or research income.
How to apply?
Please submit your complete application (CV, cover letter, research plan, teaching philosophy, and contact details of three professional referees) through the following application form
https://tiiforms.wufoo.com/forms/q1vwyj5s011h37f/
Applicants are welcome to direct any queries to:
Dr. Steven Wright, Associate Dean, College of Humanities and Social Sciences
stwright@hbku.edu.qa (+974-445-40517)
Deadline:
Candidates are requested to submit their application by 20th November 2017 for full consideration.
Hamad bin Khalifa University is an Equal Opportunity educator and employer. We are committed to maintaining a culturally and academically diverse staff of the highest caliber.
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Applicants are welcome to direct any queries to:
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Website: | http://www.tii.qa/en/college-humanities-and-social-sciences-openings |
Primary Category: | Digital Humanities |
Secondary Categories: | Cultural History / Studies Humanities Sociology |
Posting Date: | 10/22/2017 |
Closing Date | 11/20/2017 |