Marubeni Chair in Humanities

Location: Doha, Qatar

The College of Arts and Sciences at Qatar University, invites applications for the Marubeni Chair in Humanities. Qatar University and Marubeni Corporation have entered into a strategic relationship to offer courses on Japan within the College of Arts and Sciences with the position funded by Marubeni Corporation. The Marubeni Chair shall be responsible for providing general education courses within the field of Humanities which focus on Japan at Qatar University. 

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

Teaching undergraduate courses within the field of Humanities which focus on Japan or East AsiaTeaching other related topics or introductory level classes. Provision of a general educational lectures and sessions for studentsActive participation in the department, program and college committeesCommitment to research and scholarship 

Academic Rank: Associate Professor – Full Professor
Position Term: Three Years, Renewable Full Time Contract 

Selection Criteria:
Candidates will be considered for the position based on the following qualifications:

Experience in teaching.Relevant academic qualificationsA record of academic and research achievements that warrant appointment at the requested rank.

Qualifications:

A PhD with a focus in Humanities as applied to Japan or East Asia Relevant teaching experienceFluency in English (Arabic is preferred) 

Required Documents:
Please apply online by submitting a cover letter and curriculum vitae, as well as a dossier that includes three letters of recommendation.

Benefits: 
A three-year renewable contract; competitive tax-free salary; furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies; annual round trip air tickets for the individual and immediate dependents; educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) and private health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies; annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies; and end-of-contract indemnity.

Qatar University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Salary is commensurate with experience. This is a year-round position and will exist for the duration of at least three years.

Closing Date: January 1, 2014

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