Middlebury College -Islam (Tenure Track)

The Department of Religion announces a tenure-track position in Islam. Candidates will be expected to teach courses in the texts, traditions, and history of Islam and guide undergraduates in the exploration of Islam both within and beyond the Arab world. Area of research specialization is open, but the Department specifically seeks candidates whose geographical focus lies outside South Asia. Candidates must be eager to work in an interdisciplinary setting and contribute to programs in Middle Eastern Studies and International Studies. Middlebury College currently offers a strong program in Arabic language instruction during the regular academic year, as well as in its summer Language Schools.

Send letter of application with CV, graduate transcript, and three current letters of recommendation (at least two of which speak to teaching ability/promise) to: Professor James Calvin Davis, Chair, Department of Religion, Middlebury College, Munroe Hall, Middlebury VT 05753. Email applications will not be accepted. Homepage: http://www.middlebury.edu/academics/rel. Middlebury College is an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring a diverse faculty to complement the increasing diversity of the student body. Application deadline: October 01, 2010.