Four PhD positions 'Beyond Sharia: The Role of Sufism in Shaping Islam' (4 years, 1.0 FTE)
Job description
Beyond Sharia: The Role of Sufism in Shaping Islam (chaired by Prof. Asghar Seyed-Gohrab ) examines the emergence, flourishing and lasting appeal of non-conformist movements in Islamic intellectual history from the tenth century to the present day, investigating how Islamic antinomian movements consolidated Islam in a vast region from the Balkans to Bengal, while offering methods of self-reflection that allowed for critical thinking within Islamic streams of thought. By examining how generations of Islamic mystics and intellectuals in the Persianate world challenged, redefined or rejected Islamic canonical law in their poetic, artistic, philosophical and political writings and teachings, this project generates significant new insights into transgression in Islam.
Please indicate for which of the following projects you would like to apply:
Additional information can be found on the website of the project: https://islamicpiety.sites.uu.nl
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have:
- a Master’s degree either in Persian Studies, Islamic Studies, Arabic Studies or Religious Studies by the time of appointment;
- the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with good organizational and communication skills;
- creativity and is innovative in her/his work;
- expertise in working with primary Persian and Arabic primary sources;
- proficiency in spoken and written English.
Offer
Besides that, you will receive a holiday allowance of 8% and a year-end bonus of 8.3%. Utrecht University also has an appealing package of terms of employment , including the choice for a good balance between work and private (a good arrangement for leave, among other things), possibilities for development and an excellent pension scheme. More information on working at Utrecht University can be found here.
About the organization
A better future for everyone. This ambition motivates our scientists in executing their leading research and inspiring teaching. At Utrecht University , the various disciplines collaborate intensively towards major societal themes. Our focus is on Dynamics of Youth, Institutions for Open Societies, Life Sciences and Sustainability.
The Faculty of Humanities has around 6,000 students and 900 staff members. It comprises four knowledge domains: Philosophy and Religious Studies, History and Art History, Media and Culture Studies, and Languages, Literature and Communication. With its research and education in these fields, the Faculty aims to contribute to a better understanding of the Netherlands and Europe in a rapidly changing social and cultural context. The enthusiastic and committed colleagues and the excellent amenities in the historical city center of Utrecht, where the Faculty is housed, contribute to an inspiring working environment.
Additional information
For more information about this position, please contact: prof. dr. Asghar Seyed-Gohrab (Professor), via [email protected]
Apply
The application should include:
- a brief cover letter discussing what interests you about this position and your research theme, how your background prepares you for the research, and any other information about your circumstances relevant to assessing your suitability for the position (app. 500 words);
- a curriculum vitae. Please include the names and contact details of two referees whom we may contact.
In case you are shortlisted, we will also invite you to prepare a short research proposal.
Interviews will be scheduled to take place by early January 2022 and are likely to be conducted online, via Zoom. Employment will become effective on 1 March or 1 April 2022 or, by mutual agreement, shortly thereafter.
The application deadline is
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