Bogazici University, Istanbul, History
Assistant Professor in Chinese History
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Turkey |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
Position in Chinese History
The Department of History at Boğaziçi University, Istanbul, invites applications for an appointment in the field of Chinese History at the rank of full-time assistant professor.
The candidates’ research record and teaching should focus on the history of China in the Early-Modern and/or Modern periods. Preference will be given to candidates who pursue comparative and transregional insights pertaining to a wider, Inner-Asian and Euro-Mediterranean geography.
The position involves the teaching of undergraduate courses and graduate seminars in Chinese history, survey courses in the candidate’s broader field (Asian history), as well as participation in general courses on theory, method, and global history. While balancing an active research program with service to the department, the candidates are also expected to contribute actively to the administrative and coordinative duties connected with the Asian Studies Center as well as the Boğaziçi University Confucius Institute.
Applicants must have a PhD by the time of the job offer, excellent command of English, as well as advanced knowledge of a second language in the candidate’s field of expertise. The knowledge of a research language in the candidate’s field of expertise is also expected.
At least one major publication in English (either an article in an international peer reviewed journal, or a book chapter in a volume published by an internationally acclaimed publisher) is required.
Successful candidates, once hired, will teach a minimum of two courses per semester, as well as balancing an active research program with service to the Department.
Please note that this position is open only to Turkish citizens. The salary is commensurate with qualifications, paid in Turkish liras.
Applications must include an updated curriculum vitae, a cover letter discussing research and teaching interests and accomplishments, three letters of recommendation (to be sent directly by the referees), two publications, and the syllabi of at least two courses: one focusing on Chinese history, and one survey course related to the broader Asian geography.
The deadline for submitting applications is May 11, 2020.
Electronic files (in PDF format) must be received by the application deadline at history.application@boun.edu.tr
Boğaziçi University is a leading research university in Turkey where the language of instruction is English. For more information, please visit the department's website accessible through http://hist.boun.edu.tr
Contact: |
history.application@boun.edu.tr and ersoya@boun.edu.tr |
Website: | http://hist.boun.edu.tr |
Primary Category: | Chinese History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | Asian History / Studies East Asian History / Studies |
Posting Date: | 04/01/2020 |
Closing Date | 05/11/2020 |