[Discussion] JOB- Research Assistant, Institute of Ismaili Studies, London

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JOB- Research Assistant, Institute of Ismaili Studies, London

The Institute of Ismaili Studies
Research Assistant
Central Asian Studies Unit

The Institute of Ismaili Studies promotes scholarship and learning on 
Islam,
with an emphasis on Shi'ism in general and its Ismaili tariqah (path) in
particular, and a better understanding of their relationship with other
faiths and societies. Its programmes, informed by the full range of
diversity within Islam, explore the relationship of religious ideas to
broader dimensions of society and culture, paying particular attention to
issues of modernity. It also encourages an interdisciplinary approach to
the study of Islamic history and thought. In pursuit of its objectives, the
Institute collaborates with other institutions of learning.

Applications are invited for the post of Research Assistant for a two-year
period to support the research, educational and translation activities
related to Central Asian Studies, with a focus on Western China. This
assignment entails extensive travel, particularly to China and other parts
of Central Asia. The Research Assistant will report to the Coordinator of
the Central Asian Studies Unit.

The applicants must meet the following criteria:

- Have an MA degree in social sciences, Islamic Studies, Anthropology, or
Sociology, preferably from a Western University.
- Knowledge of research methodology and experience of conducting research
in a Central Asian country (such as, Tajikistan, Kyrgizstan, Northern
Pakistan, Afghanistan, Eastern Iran and Western China). Samples of papers
and/or scholarly work and research should be submitted with the application.
- A minimum of three year's working experience in western China, knowledge
of Ismaili Muslim community in that part of the world, as well as
proficiency in one or more Central Asian languages (preference will be
given
to Farsi, Dari, Tajiki, Sarikoli and Wakhi). Applicants will also need to
have an excellent command of English and computer skills.
- Excellent communication skills, ability to be a team player, and an
awareness of issues of development in Muslim societies.

To apply, send CV, covering letter and samples of scholarly work and/or
research to:

Miss Keji Aseru
Personnel Officer
The Institute of Ismaili Studies
42-44 Grosvenor Gardens
London
SW1W 0EB
United Kingdom

E-mail: kaseru@iis.ac.uk 
<https://charon.bcc.bilkent.edu.tr/basilix/basilix.php?RequestID=CMPSNEW&premail=-1&is_ssl=&cmps_to=kaseru@iis.ac.uk>

The closing date for applications is 30th September 2004.