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The Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies aims to appoint a Departmental Lecturer (DL) in Buddhist Studies, for five years to cover some of the duties of the Yehan Numata Professor of Buddhist Studies. This position is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and well-qualified scholar to develop their career through teaching and research at Oxford. The successful candidate will also play an active and valued role in the examination and administration of the Faculty’s undergraduate and graduate courses in the area. You will have completed, or be close to completing a doctorate in a relevant subject, and possess a broad vision of the scope of Buddhist Studies with sufficient depth and breadth of knowledge to further develop existing teaching materials. Demonstrable experience in and aptitude for teaching in a UK university setting is required, along with a current and projected research profile and publications record. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills are also essential, alongside a willingness and ability to undertake administrative tasks including the organisation of research seminars and guest lectures. This position is based in central Oxford. This is a part-time (30% of full-time), fixed-term position until 31 December 2029. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 19th November 2024
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The Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies aims to appoint a Departmental Lecturer (DL) in Buddhist Studies, for five years to cover some of the duties of the Yehan Numata Professor of Buddhist Studies. This position is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and well-qualified scholar to develop their career through teaching and research at Oxford. The successful candidate will also play an active and valued role in the examination and administration of the Faculty’s undergraduate and graduate courses in the area. You will have completed, or be close to completing a doctorate in a relevant subject, and possess a broad vision of the scope of Buddhist Studies with sufficient depth and breadth of knowledge to further develop existing teaching materials. Demonstrable experience in and aptitude for teaching in a UK university setting is required, along with a current and projected research profile and publications record. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills are also essential, alongside a willingness and ability to undertake administrative tasks including the organisation of research seminars and guest lectures. **This position is based in central Oxford. This is a part-time (30% of full- time), fixed-term position until 31 December 2029. ** **The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 19th November 2024**
FACULTY OF ASIAN AND MIDDLE EASTERN STUDIES Pusey Lane, Oxford OX1 2LE JOB DESCRIPTION AND SELECTION CRITERIA _ Job title Departmental Lectureship in Buddhist Studies Division Humanities Department Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies Location Pusey Lane, Central Oxford University Grade 07S; £36,924 - £41,163 p.a., pro rata Grade and salary Additional remuneration is paid to those undertaking examining and graduate supervision (including tutorials or classes eligible for ‘special tuition’ payments). Hours Part-time (0.3 of full-time) Contract type Fixed term – 2nd January 2025– 31st December 2029, funded by a donation from the Dhammachai International Research Institute Reporting to Chair of the Board of the Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies Vacancy reference 176301 Additional information Deadline for applications: 12 noon, 19th November 2024 The Role The Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well qualified scholar as part-time Departmental Lecturer (DL) in Buddhist Studies. This is a five-year position, to provide ad hoc support and cover for some of the duties of the current Yehan Numata Professor of Buddhist Studies (Kate Crosby). The Departmental Lecturer will teach postgraduates reading for the degree of MPhil in Buddhist Studies as well as other students attending the relevant classes. Teaching will mainly be of the first-year overview course and second year theory and methods course in Buddhist studies, with the option to teach within the relevant language options, typically Sanskrit or Pali, with additional options being Tibetan and Chinese. Direct teaching time during term will be approximately 3 hours per week in the form of lectures, seminars and tutorials. Academic administration and examining will also be required. The primary administrative responsibility will be the running of the guest lecture series in Buddhist studies (approximately 2-3 speakers per term and the annual Yin Cheng Distinguished Lecture in General Enquiries Tel: +44 (0)1865 278200. Direct Line Tel: +44 (0)1865 278210 Fax: +44 (0)1865 278190 Email: recruitment@ames.ox.ac.uk Web: www.orinst.ox.ac.uk Buddhist studies, 1 speaker per year). The Departmental Lecturer will also be encouraged to pursue their independent research and publish academic papers. Responsibilities Teaching – approximately 10 hours per week of contact time during term • Lecture, tutor, and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students in Buddhist Studies. The actual pattern of teaching varies from term to term, but will typically be in the region of a total of 8-10 hours per week pro-rata (i.e. an average of 3 hours per week) made up of lectures, classes, seminars and tutorials, during all three of the University’s eight-week teaching terms. • You will provide instruction in the subject primarily at graduate level and sometimes at undergraduate levels. In particular, you will be expected to provide introductory courses Buddhism I in Michaelmas Term and Buddhism II in Hilary Term (1 lecture per week, and 1 tutorial per week), leading towards the qualifying examination Aspects of Buddhist Thought and History, and advanced seminar course in Approaches to the Study of Buddhism for graduate students (a total of 6 x 1.5 hour seminars and 2 x 3 hour proseminar across the year. Teaching materials, which you may wish to adapt, will be provided. • In collaboration with colleagues and through reducing some of the above teaching where appropriate, it is also possible to contribute to classes on Buddhist texts, especially in Pali and/or Sanskrit. • Produce lecture notes, course materials, reading lists, formative assessments and reference guides as required. Faculty administration • Organise the research seminar series (6-8 per year) and annual distinguished lecture (1 per year) in Buddhist Studies, and liaise with the relevant donors including by co-writing the annual reports (a template will be provided). • Co-supervise or advise graduate students on the MPhil in Buddhist Studies in relation to their dissertation where appropriate. • Engage in formative assessment and university examining as required; • Gather and analyse feedback from students, colleagues, and examiners, and modify course design, content, or delivery as appropriate. Research • Undertake advanced academic study to underpin lectures and class teaching. • In support of the development of courses and as a secondary commitment alongside teaching, manage own academic research activities, conduct independent research, and generate original ideas to build on existing concepts. • Occasionally write research articles for peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and reviews, and present current research at conferences. Selection criteria Your application will be judged only against the criteria which are set out below. You should ensure that your application shows clearly how your skills and experience meet these criteria. The University is committed to fairness, consistency and transparency in selection decisions. Members of selection committees will be aware of the principles of equality of opportunity, fair selection and the risks of bias. There will be both female and male committee members wherever possible. If, for any reason, you have taken a career break or have had an atypical career and wish to disclose this in your application, the selection committee will take this into account, recognising that the quantity of your research may be reduced as a result. The selection committee will also be mindful of the impact that the Covid-19 pandemic may have had on candidates’ research as a result of library and archive closures and/or additional caring responsibilities and/or teaching responsibilities. Essential selection criteria • Doctorate or equivalent in a relevant subject, or to be achieved before the start date of the appointment; • An aptitude for teaching and some experience of teaching in UK university settings • Proven ability to give lectures and classes which foster a high level of achievement in both graduate and undergraduate students, on aspects of Buddhist civilization of the Indian subcontinent and other Asian regions, such as history, literature, and religious traditions; • A broad vision of the scope of Buddhist Studies with sufficient depth and breadth of knowledge in the subject to develop further existing course materials; • A current and projected research profile and publications record in one or more aspect(s) of Buddhist studies; • Ability and readiness to initiate the organization of, and to participate in, research seminars and guest lectures; • Possess excellent communication, team-working, interpersonal and organisational skills; • Ability and willingness to carry out administrative roles in an academic setting with attention to detail and deadlines, especially in relation to examining. Desirable selection criteria • Ability to co-supervise Master’s students in Buddhist Studies. • A solid linguistic knowledge in Pali and/or Sanskrit, and ability to use and teach the primary sources in it within your field of expertise. • Expertise in another form of classical or vernacular language relevant to teaching and research in Buddhist Studies. • The ability to read Pali or Buddhist Sanskrit in different scripts How to apply Applications are made through our e-recruitment system and you will find all the information you need about how to apply on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants). Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Help and support is available from: https://staff.admin.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs. If you require any further assistance please email recruitment.support@admin.ox.ac.uk. To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our e-recruitment system to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. If you have previously worked for the University we will also verify key information such as your dates of employment and reason for leaving your previous role with the department/unit where you worked. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies The Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies (AMES) is located on a number of sites with its centre on Pusey Lane in Central Oxford. The academic staff in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies teach and research the ancient and modern languages, literatures, and histories of the Near and Middle East, South Asia, and East Asia. The Faculty comprises six subject groups: this post is part of the Egyptology and Near Eastern Studies Group. The Faculty has some 220 undergraduate students, and around 250 postgraduate students at Master’s and doctoral level. It has over 100 teaching and research staff across an extremely wide range of subjects. Its research has been consistently ranked exceptionally highly in external assessment, and is distinctive for the emphasis placed on engagement with the subject through materials expressed in the original languages of the areas studied, and for its intellectual rigour. For more information on the Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies and its teaching and research please visit: http://www.ames.ox.ac.uk/ Bodleian Japanese Library The Bodleian Japanese Library is located in the Nissan Institute of Japanese Studies on the premises of St Antony’s College. Opened to readers in 1993, it houses the primary research and teaching collection for Japanese studies in the University. The Bodelian Japanese Library is an open-access library that welcomes all readers. Humanities Division AMES is part of the Humanities Division along with more than a dozen other Faculties and institutions. The Humanities Division is one of four academic divisions in the University of Oxford, bringing together the following faculties: Classics; English; History; Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics; Medieval and Modern Languages; Music; Asian and Middle Eastern Studies; Philosophy; Theology and Religion; the Ruskin School of Art. The Division has over 500 members of academic staff, approximately 4,100 undergraduates (more than a third of the total undergraduate population of the University), 1,000 postgraduate research students and 720 students on postgraduate taught courses. The Division offers world-class teaching and research, backed by the superb resources of the University’s libraries and museums, including the famous Bodleian Libraries, with their 11 million volumes and priceless early book and manuscript collections, and the Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology. Such historic resources are linked to cutting-edge agendas in research and teaching, with an increasing emphasis on interdisciplinary study. Our faculties are among the largest in the world, enabling Oxford to offer an education in Arts and Humanities unparalleled in its range of subjects, from music and fine art to ancient and modern languages. The Humanities Division has embarked on a major building project on the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, following the announcement of the £150 million gift to create the Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities. The Schwarzman Centre will serve as a dynamic hub dedicated to the Humanities. The building will bring together seven Humanities faculties, the Humanities Divisional Office, a new library and significant cultural and public engagement spaces in a space designed to encourage experiential learning and bold experimentation through cross-disciplinary and collaborative study. Although AMES is not physically moving into the new Schwarzman Centre building after its completion, it will have full access to the new exhibition and performance spaces and will be closely involved in cross-faculty initiatives of the Centre. 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