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[David Magier]

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POSITION: Lectureship in Ancient Indian Religions (SOAS)

SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL AND AFRICAN STUDIES
Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square
London, WC1H 0XG (UK)

DEPARTMENT OF THE STUDY OF RELIGIONS
Lectureship in Ancient Indian Religions

Salary: UK Pounds 20,750 to 25,250 p.a. inclusive

Vacancy 00/63

Applications are invited for a newly established Lectureship in
Ancient Indian Religions within the Department of the Study of
Religions. The successful candidate will be well-grounded in Vedic
Studies with expertise in classical Indology. In addition to teaching
courses in Vedic Religion, the appointee will be expected to
contribute more generally to teaching and supervision in Indian
religions. Evidence of high-quality published research and of
competence in Sanskrit are essential.

Application forms are available from the Personnel office, School of
Oriental and African Studies, at the address above (Tel: 0207 898
4144, Fax: 0207 898 4149, e-mail address: personnel at soas.ac.uk). All
applications must be sent directly to the Personnel Department.
Overseas candidates may apply directly by letter supported by a full
curriculum vitae and the names, addresses, telephone and fax numbers
and email addresses of three referees.

Closing date: Friday 8th September 2000

SOAS is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from
the disabled, ethnic minorities and women.