Position in South Asia Media Studies at University of Michigan

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The Department of Screen Arts & Cultures and the Department of Asian Languages

and Cultures at the University of Michigan invite applications for a

tenure-track

position in South Asian Media Studies, beginning in September 2006. Appointment

is

possible at any rank. A variety of sub-fields within South Asian film and

television

studies are possible. A candidate should be able to teach courses from

introductory

undergraduate lecture courses through graduate seminars, to supervise doctoral

dissertations, and to participate actively in department programs as well as in

area

studies initiatives within a university community that encourages

interdisciplinary

efforts. Proficiency in at least two relevant languages is an advantage. We

seek

candidates who share a commitment to historically grounded scholarship that is

both

rigorous and original and who are drawn to the intellectual opportunities

afforded by

programs of significant contextual depth and theoretical sophistication. A

Ph.D. in

media/film studies or a related field is preferred. The University of Michigan

is an

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are

encouraged to apply. Applicants should provide a CV, letters of recommendation,

writing samples, evidence of teaching excellence and a research statement. The

University is supportive of the needs of dual career couples. Review of

applications

will begin on 15 October and continue until the position is filled.

Applications must be

received by 15 November.. Please send materials to South Asian Media Studies

Search

Committee, Department of Screen Arts & Cultures, The University of Michigan,

2512

Frieze Building, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285.