CSMC
CSMCCentre for the Study of Manuscript Cultures
Vacant Research Associate Positions
4 January 2022
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We invite applications for two research associate positions on the project ‘The Evolution of Islamic Societies (c.600-1600 CE): Algorithmic Analysis into Social History’.
The positions are part time (75 percent of standard working hours) and fixed-term, with a duration of two years. Pending successful project evaluation, a 2-year extension of the positions is possible. The starting date is 1 July 2022, and applications can be submitted until 31 March 2022.
The project focuses on three closely connected case studies: 1) of major ethnic, religious, and professional groups – and how they shaped the development of local communities and fused them into what we call the Islamic world; 2) of dynastic cycles through the patterns of the rise and fall of regional powers, their conflicts with rivals, and interactions with local communities; 3) of environmental factors – plagues, famines, droughts, pest infestations, earthquakes, and climate change – and their effect on the life of local communities. These case studies will be the foundation for a robust synthesis of the evolution of the Islamic world over the period under study.
The successful candidates will conduct research on dynastic cycles and environmental aspects, i.e. the second and third case study, respectively. Among other things, applicants must have a degree (M.A.) in Islamic or Middle Eastern Studies or another relevant field and excellent classical Arabic reading skills. For a full description of requirements, as well as further information on how to apply, please visit the vacant positions page:
