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Princeton University - Assistant Professor in the religions of South Asia, Southeast Asia, or the Himalayas

Location: New Jersey, United States Institution Type: University

Position Type: Assistant Professor Main Category: Religious Studies Secondary Categories: Asian History or Studies

Princeton University, Department of Religion, invites applications and nominations for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in the religions of South Asia, Southeast Asia, or the Himalayas, to begin September 2008. The candidate should be an expert in one or more of the religious traditions of one of these three areas, with interests that complement those of continuing faculty in the subfield of Asian Religions. Historical period, methodological approach, and particular tradition(s) of focus are open to consideration. Candidates must show evidence of excellence in scholarship and promise in teaching. It is expected that the candidate will have completed the Ph.D. by the time the position begins or will be very close to completing it. Applications from women and members of minority groups are especially encouraged. Princeton University is an equal opportunity employer committed to affirmative action. (For information about applying to Princeton and how to self-identify, please link to: http://web.princeton.edulsites/dof/ApplicantsInfo.htm. ) Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, bibliography, three letters of reference, and a writing sample to: Chair, Asian Religions Search Committee, Department of Religion, 1879 Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544-1006. The search committee will begin reviewing applications on October 1,2007, and will continue doing so until the search is complete.

Contact Info:

Chair, Asian Religions Search Committee Department of Religion
1879 Hall
Princeton University
Princeton, NJ 08544-1006

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