[Tlc] TLC-three positions in Buddhist Studies

[justinm at ucr.edu]

FYI. One is in Southeast Asian Buddhist Studies.
Thanks,
justin

The Department of Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Michigan invites applications for THREE tenure-track positions (pending approval) ‎ in Buddhist Studies beginning September 1, 2009, in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts.  This university-year appointment is possible at any rank.  The department seeks to fill positions in three areas: (1) South Asian Buddhism, (2) Chinese Buddhism, and (3) Southeast Asian Buddhism. Ph.D. is required prior to appointment.  We will consider candidates from a wide variety of disciplinary expertise and period specialization. We seek to appoint scholars who combine fresh critical perspectives with a rigorous understanding of primary materials and historical contexts.  Applicants should possess a high level of proficiency in relevant languages.  Evidence of excellent teaching and research abilities is essential.  The successful candidate will participate actively in the undergraduate and graduate programs of the department as well as in area studies initiatives within a university community that encourages interdisciplinary efforts. All candidates should submit a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence, and a statement of current and future research plans.  Junior candidates may submit a placement dossier with representative publications or writing sample and at least three letters of recommendation. Senior candidates should send the names of suggested reviewers.  Please send applications to Buddhist Studies Search, Department of Asian Languages and Cultures, 202 South Thayer Street, Suite 6111, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-1608 (email chair’s assistant: kjmunson at umich.edu). To be assured consideration, applications must be received by November 1, 2008.  The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University is supportive of the needs of dual career couples.  All applications will be 
acknowledged.



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Dr. Justin McDaniel
Dept. of Religious Studies
3046 INTN
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA 92521
951-827-4530
justinm at ucr.edu