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Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 03:11:19 -0500 (EST)
From: Leslie Orr <orr at vax2.concordia.ca>
Subject: position in Hindu Studies

Dear colleagues and friends,
Please publicize this job advertisement among candidates whom you think it
might suit.  Sorry for cross-posting.  Thank you very much!
Best wishes for the new year            --Leslie

The Department of Religion of Concordia University invites applications for
a limited-term appointment in the area of Hindu Studies.  Candidates for
the position should have expertise in both the religious and philosophical
aspects of the Hindu tradition, and familiarity with Hinduism throughout
the whole range of its historical development.  Knowledge of the texts and
relevant language proficiency are required.  The candidate should hold a
doctorate, and have experience and skill in teaching.  Familiarity with the
comparative study of religions will be considered an asset.  This
appointment is for the period August 15, 2000 to May 31, 2001.  In
accordance with immigration requirements, priority will be given to
Canadian citizens and permancent residents of Canada.  However, all
applicants are welcome to apply.  Concordia University is committed to
employment equity and encourages applications from women, aboriginal
peoples, visible minorities and disabled persons.  Applications should
consist of a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and
research interests and three letters of reference.  They should be sent in
order that they will arrive by March 15, 2000 to Prof. Leslie C. Orr,
Chair, Department of Religion, Concordia University, 1455 boul. de
Maisonneuve west, Montreal, Quebec, Canada H3G 1M8.