Kathmandu University, Center for Buddhist Studies
Visiting Lecturer in Buddhist Studies and Tibetan/Sanskrit
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Nepal |
Position: | Instructor, Lecturer, Non-Tenure Track Faculty |
Kathmandu University, Centre for Buddhist Studies at Rangjung Yeshe Institute invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, teaching position in Buddhist Studies and classical Tibetan/Sanskrit starting on August 15, 2013.
The instructor will teach undergraduate courses and may teach graduate seminars in Buddhist Studies and Tibetan/Sanskrit. Total teaching load per semester is 3 courses (9 contact hrs. per week).
Candidates should preferably hold a PhD (ABD may also be considered), be fluent in classical Tibetan with experience in Buddhist Sanskrit, and have teaching experience in Buddhist Studies. In addition, it is desirable to be proficient in spoken Tibetan and to have some familiarity with contemporary Tibetan cultural topics.
In addition to the teaching salary, benefits include round-trip transportation from Europe or North America and a Nepalese visa. The position may be extended to the following year(s), given the appropriate circumstances.
Application letter, curriculum vitae, and two letters of recommendation should be sent to the Director of Programs, Joanne Larson (joanne.larson@ryi.org) by January 15, 2013.
For further information about the position, contact Joanne Larson at the above email address.
Applications will be accepted until January 15, 2013. Review of applications begins November 15, 2012, and continues until the position is filled. The Centre for Buddhist Studies appreciates and encourages diversity.
Contact: |
Joanne Larson Director of Programs Centre for Buddhist Studies Kathmandu University PO Box 21277 Kathmandu, Nepal Email: joanne.larson@ryi.org |
Website: | www.ryi.org |
Primary Category: | Religious Studies and Theology |
Secondary Categories: | None |
Posting Date: | 10/22/2012 |
Closing Date | 01/20/2013 |