Zayed University, a premier university in the United Arab Emirates, is an innovative institution based on an international model of higher education. With 600 faculty and staff serving 3,500 students across two main campuses - as well as satellite locations - in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, the University prepares graduates to become leaders in government, business, civil society, and family life. The University expects its graduates to be fully bilingual in English and Arabic, proficient in the use of computing technology, and strong in quantitative and research skills. The language of business and instruction at the University is English. Zayed University is fully accredited in the U.A.E. and is a candidate for accreditation with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education in the U.S.A. The United Arab Emirates is a progressive country known for its high standard of living and its safe and family-friendly environment.

The Opportunity: Zayed University seeks teacher-scholars prepared to teach interdisciplinary social science and humanities courses in the Colloquy On Integrated Learning, the University’s core curriculum. Successful candidates will be assigned to the University’s new campus for men, a program housed in the town of Shahama near the city of Abu Dhabi.

The Requirements:

* A Ph.D. in Humanities, Social Sciences, Area Studies, or a related field.
* A record of successful baccalaureate-level teaching in a Western or Western-style university or college.
* A willingness to teach core courses with common assignments and expectations.
* Native proficiency in written and spoken English.

The capacity to teach and research in an interdisciplinary environment through links to other social sciences is highly desirable. The University is also interested in faculty in humanistic or social scientific disciplines who are able to teach in the English composition program.

The Benefits: The University's benefits package is highly attractive, with competitive salaries free of tax in the United Arab Emirates, housing, a furniture allowance, annual vacation airline tickets for the employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and subsidized healthcare for the employee.

To Apply: Visit our Web site www.zu.ac.ae. In addition to completing the online application form, attach a cover letter and a current CV, the names and contact details of three referees, a statement of your undergraduate teaching philosophy, and a statement of your scholarly and creative interests, particularly as they might apply to the Middle East, and as to how they might involve undergraduate students.

 

The Department of History, University of British Columbia (Vancouver) invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of assistant professor in the history of international relations in the twentieth century, effective 1 July 2009. All applications are welcome, but preference will go to applications from scholars working on Africa, South Asia, or the Middle East, and on such topics as international law, non-governmental organizations, transnational cultures, imperialism and post-colonialism, conflict and violence, or globalization.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. (or be near completion), and are expected to provide evidence of innovation and excellence in research, as demonstrated by their published contributions or potential contributions to scholarship in the field. A strong commitment to teaching excellence at both the graduate and undergraduate level is also required, and the successful candidate will teach regularly, though not exclusively, several history courses in the university's undergraduate programme in International Relations. Candidates interested in the academic programmes of the History Department should follow the Research Clusters link on our departmental website at www.history.ubc.ca/. Information on the university’s programme in International Relations can be found at www.arts.ubc.ca/International_Relations_Program.4630.0.html.

The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. This position is subject to final budgetary approval. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applications should include a C.V., a description of current and future research interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and letters of reference from three referees (under separate cover). Applications should also include up to three samples of scholarship, including published articles, unpublished papers, or book chapters. Application materials should be received no later than 1 October 2008 and should be addressed to:

Dr. Jessica Wang, Chair, Search Committee, 20th-Century International Relations
Department of History
University of British Columbia
#1297-1873 East Mall
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1
Canada
E-mail: jessica.wang@ubc.ca

 

Grand Valley State University, Visiting Assistant Professorship, 2008-09: The Department of History at Grand Valley State University invites applications for a full-time Visiting (non-tenure-track) appointment for the 2008-09 academic year, with possibility for renewal, at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor (or at the rank of Visiting Instructor if ABD). The teaching load is four courses per semester, including surveys in Western Civilization and American history and an upper-level course in the History of American Foreign Relations (ability to teach Middle Eastern history is an advantage but is not required). Grand Valley State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity institution. The Department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae as soon as possible, followed by letters of reference and transcript, to Professor Gretchen Galbraith, Chair, Department of History, Grand valley State University, Allendale, Michigan 49401-9403. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. For further information: 616-331-3627 or galbraig@gvsu.edu.