Dear Colleagues,

Apologies for cross-posting. 

Please find below a job announcement for a postdoctoral fellowship at the Oriental Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences. The application deadline is 24 August 2021. 

Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Pavel Hons (hons@orient.cas.cz).

 

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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in South Asian Studies

Description:

The Oriental Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Department of South Asia is offering a post-doctoral research fellowship to scholars who focus on modern or contemporary India and its history, culture, religion or politics. The duration of the position is one year, with a possibility of extension.

Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. degree (received within the last five years) in South Asian Studies, history and/or anthropology of South Asia or other relevant fields. (Candidate must have Ph.D. at time of applying).
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Working knowledge in at least one Indian language and an ability to work with relevant sources in this language

Responsibilities:

• Produce high-quality academic publications
• Actively participate in the Institute´s seminar, workshop and conference-related activities
• Contribute to enhancing the Institute´s international networks and outreach

Salary and Benefits:

1400-1600 EUR/month depending on experience. Full health benefits, 5-weeks annual vacation, travel and research stipends, and support for professional development and further study.

To Apply:

Please, submit the following materials:

    1) CV and Publication List
    2) Statement of interest/Project proposal (no more than 3 pages)
    3) Letter of Recommendation

Please send a statement of interest/project proposal (no more than 3 pages), C.V., and the names of 2 references to Pavel Hons (hons@orient.cas.cz). Any inquiries related to the position may also be directed to Dr. Hons. 

Deadline: August 24, 2021

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Dr. James Madaio

Fellow, Oriental Institute, Czech Academy of Sciences 

Fellow, Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies 

Editor, Journal of Hindu Studies (Oxford University Press)

Regional Editor (Indic Traditions), Bloomsbury Introductions to World Philosophies