University of Saskatchewan

College of Arts & Science

www.arts.usask.ca

The Department of Religion and Culture in the College of Arts and 

Science at the University of Saskatchewan invites applications for a 

term appointment at the rank of Instructor of South and Southeast Asian 

Buddhism with secondary competence in religions of India commencing on 

August 1, 2011 and ending on June 30, 2012.  The successful candidate 

should have significant graduate level training in a broad Religious 

Studies/Asian Studies Program or its equivalent with a primary 

specialization in South and Southeast Asian Buddhism and a secondary 

concentration on religions of India.  This candidate will be expected to 

possess extensive knowledge of the cultural, historical, and 

philosophical developments of Buddhism and other Indian religions across 

South and Southeast Asia. Advanced candidates in Ph.D. (ABD) programs 

are welcome to apply; however preference will be given to candidates 

with a completed Ph.D. and some teaching experience. Competence in the 

primary source languages including Pali and Sanskrit and an in-depth 

understanding of the theoretical and comparative issues leading to a 

cross-cultural perspective will be an asset. In light of the 

Department's commitment to innovative and interdisciplinary inquiry, we 

especially invite candidates whose teaching and research attracts 

students in the departments of History, Languages and Linguistics, 

Philosophy, and the Interdisciplinary Centre for Culture and Creativity 

(ICCC) in the Division of Humanities.

The responsibilities of the position include 18 cu in the areas of South 

and Southeast Asian Religions,  World Religions, theoretical and 

methodological issues in Religious Studies, and any other assigned 

classes, along with committee work appropriate to the academic 

preparation and rank.

The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a 

city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community 

and a full range of leisure opportunities.  The University has a 

reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities 

and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional 

programs to a student population of about 20,000.  The university is one 

of Canada's leading research-intensive universities.

The College of Arts & Science offers a dynamic combination of programs 

in the humanities and fine arts, the social sciences and the sciences. 

There are over 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students in the College 

and 325 faculty, including 12 Canada Research Chairs.  The College 

emphasizes student and faculty research, interdisciplinary programs, 

community outreach and international opportunities.

Interested candidates should apply preferably by June 22 with a complete 

dossier including CV, a statement of teaching and research interests, 

peer and student evaluations of teaching if available, three letters of 

reference, some examples of publications, etc. and other pertinent 

information to:

Dr. Braj M. Sinha

Head, Department of Religion and Culture

College of Arts and Science, University of Saskatchewan

ARTS 919 - 9 Campus Drive

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan  Canada   S7N 5A5

Phone:  (306) 966-4258,   Fax: (306) 966-6804

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The University of Saskatchewan is committed to employment equity. 

Members of designated groups (women, people with aboriginal ancestry, 

people with disabilities and visible minorities) are encouraged to 

self-identify in their applications.  All qualified candidates are 

encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and permanent residents will be 

given priority.