Departmental Lecturer in Buddhist Studies

The Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies aims to appoint a Departmental Lecturer (DL) in Buddhist Studies, for five years to cover some of the duties of the Yehan Numata Professor of Buddhist Studies. 

This position is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and well-qualified scholar to develop their career through teaching and research at Oxford. The successful candidate will also play an active and valued role in the examination and administration of the Faculty’s undergraduate and graduate courses in the area. 

You will have completed, or be close to completing a doctorate in a relevant subject, and possess a broad vision of the scope of Buddhist Studies with sufficient depth and breadth of knowledge to further develop existing teaching materials. Demonstrable experience in and aptitude for teaching in a UK university setting is required, along with a current and projected research profile and publications record. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills are also essential, alongside a willingness and ability to undertake administrative tasks including the organisation of research seminars and guest lectures. 

This position is based in central Oxford.

This is a part-time (30% of full-time), fixed-term position until 31 December 2029. 

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 19th November 2024

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