Program Associate – Vietnam Education Foundation

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Center for Southeast Asian Studies
Position Number: 0000GA11
Location: Moore Hall 405
1890 East-West Road
Honolulu, HI
Closing Date: 15 August 2011
Salary Information: $1458 per month
Monthly Type: 11 Month Full Time/Part Time: Part Time – Full Time Equivalency: .50
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary – Not to Exceed 14 August 2012

Other Conditions: Pending position clearance and availability of funds.
To begin: 1 September 2011

* Plan and organize academic talks, conferences, receptions, and community outreach activities
* Produce podcasts of selected presentations and events
* Design and reproduce information for Center programs, weekly events, film screenings and special email announcements
* Collaborate with the web resources coordinator regarding communication with web site visitors
* Maintain, update and produce web materials including the Center’s Goodreads on-line library resources and Southeast Asia course offering lists each semester
* Assist with the Center for Southeast Asian Studies annual report
* Prepare and manage on-line surveys, maintain the Center’s email lists, Facebook page, and Twitter account
* Serve as Center liaison with visitors to UH
* Assist the Associate Director with program reports and Center-related administrative needs
* Assist with Center’s special projects, faculty requests, weekly film series, and other Center events as needed
* Other duties as assigned

* Classified graduate student in Southeast Asian Studies or Humanities/Social Sciences/Language related discipline
* Knowledge of Mac interface and use of Apple software and experience with database design
* Experience with developing surveys to measure program outcomes
* Ability to use recording equipment (cameras and microphones) and prepare recorded materials for podcasts
* Demonstrated organizational ability, attention to detail and ability to work with minimum supervision

* Familiarity with a Southeast Asian language
* Familiarity with Constant Contact email marketing software and knowledge of WordPress web hosting tools
* Experience in public relations including working with diverse groups of people both at UH and the community-at-large
* Experience with on-line design database management, use of computer-assisted design software and database design

Submit via email an one-page cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, resume and names and contact information of 3 professional references to cseas@hawaii.edu. If you have examples of your on-line design work, please include up to three urls/pdfs samples in your email application. Subject line should read “CSEAS PR Coordinator_Your Family Name”. No hard copy applications will be accepted. Address:

University of Hawaii at Manoa
Center for Southeast Asian Studies
1890 East West Road
Moore Hall 405
Honolulu, HI 96782

Inquiries: Paul Rausch; 808-956-2688; rausch@hawaii.edu

The University of Hawaii is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawaii may be viewed at: http://ope.ed.gov/security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

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University of Tokyo
Institute for Advanced Studies on Asia
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Deadline: 15 September 2011

International applications are invited for the position of Associate Professor, to be based in the Institute for Advanced Studies on Asia, University of Tokyo (http://www.ioc.u-tokyo.ac.jp/eng/index.html).

Description:
The successful candidate will belong to the Department of Pioneering Asian Studies, newly created on 1 April 2011, the aim of which is to develop new perspectives in the field of Asian Studies through challenging and innovative approaches. He/she is expected to conduct research related to the topic of human mobility. Depending on the experience of the successful candidate, he/she may teach his/her own research topic in related faculties and graduate schools. Proficiency in Japanese language is not required, but will be welcome.

Qualifications: The applicant should possess a doctoral degree (PhD) or equivalent.

Stipend and benefits: In accordance with the regulations stipulated by the University.

Expected date of appointment: 1 April 2012 or by negotiation

Term of office: Five years (with no possibility of extension)

Documents for application:
* A Curriculum Vitae (please use the University of Tokyo standard resume form, which may be downloaded from http://www.u-tokyo.ac.jp/per01/r01_e.html)
* A list of publication (in any format) and a copy of applicant’s three most important works, if any.
* A copy of applicant’s final degree diploma.
* An essay describing your research achievements so far (maximum 800 words in English and 4000 characters in Japanese).
* An essay describing your research topic and your planned research program for the next five years (please specify clearly what you intend to accomplish while you are at the Institute). (Maximum 800 words in English or 4000 characters in Japanese)

Application and deadline: All applications should be emailed to: koubo02@ioc.u-tokyo.ac.jp by 15 September 2011.

Committee for Academic Recruitment
Institute for Advanced Studies on Asia (Tōyō-Bunka Kenkyūjo)
University of Tokyo
Japan

We will send an acknowledgment of receipt notification to the applicant by reply e-mail as soon as the application is received. If the applicant receives no contact from us for more than a week after the submission of the application, please contact us at the above-mentioned address.

Selection Process: All successful candidates after the first screening will be notified of the interview date and time via e-mail. Interviews are scheduled for the beginning of November 2011. All costs, including travel and accommodation, will be fully borne by the applicant. Applicants who do not hear from us within four weeks of the application deadline should assume they have not been shortlisted.

More information e-mail koubo02@ioc.u-tokyo.ac.jp

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United Nations
Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific
Location: New York, NY USA
Deadline: 1 August 2011

The Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific (RBAP) sets the vision for UNDP activities in the Asia and the Pacific region and advocates through the Asian Human Development Reports. It provides policy guidance, programmatic and operational oversight, as well as administrative support and policy advisory services to country offices (COs) to ensure the provision of strategic and high quality programmatic support to countries in the region. RBAP also plays a central role in advancing key elements of UN reform in the region, working closely with the ExCom agencies on specific issues mandated by the Chief Executives Board (CEB).

RBAP is organized in a Directorate, a Regional Support Unit, a Management Support Unit, three Country Operations Divisions and a Policy Unit – all based in Headquarters – and two regional centers. A key position that has been created and filled is that of the Chief of Staff. The Chief of Staff has specific responsibilities in support of the RBAP Director and has additional functions in leading the Regional Support Unit (RSU) functions. A key function of the RSU is to facilitate RBAP Regional Centre and Regional Program links, coordination, and information sharing with UNDP/UN HQ business units.

The overall purpose of the Program Associate, RSU is to ensure that in his/her functions as the Chief of Staff as well as additional roles on regional support, the incumbent receives administrative and operational support to enable him/her to concentrate on his/her core functions. This post provides support to the Chief of Staff and his/her team on the day-to-day administrative and operational requirements as per established corporate guidelines. The incumbent works closely with other Program Associates and Executive Associates in RBAP to ensure complementarities in the support provided to the Chief of staff and his/her team; with staff in the RBAP Directorate to help with effective and efficient communications within the Bureau as well as with external clients.

Duties and Responsibilities
* Assist the Chief of staff and his/her team with secretarial and administrative support to enable them to perform their roles and day to day functions including in providing support on coordination with other RBAP and UNDP Divisions as well as other external clients of RBAP.
* Provides routine administrative/secretarial support to the Chief of Staff/RSU – ensure appropriate background materials are provided in regular operations and in preparation for meetings and appointments and missions; assist in the preparation of official meeting minutes, correspondence including letters, invitations, etc. in accordance with appropriate style and format.
* Provides planning and logistical support in the preparation of conferences, meetings, seminars and special events organized by the Chief of Staff/RSU, special expert meetings or workshops, and other functions as requested by the Chief of Staff/RSU.
* Reviews and prioritizes all incoming correspondence, e-mail and phone messages for the supervisors, and initiates appropriate actions to be taken; responds to public queries directed Chief of Staff or direct to professional staff as appropriate .
* Prepares all necessary travel arrangements for Chief of Staff/other members of the team, as well as invited external participants of meetings and events, which entails direct coordination with Travel Section, Visa Section and American Express, and initiate follow-up action to expedite such travel or troubleshoot any problems; process travel arrangements in ATLAS.
* Maintains a filing system and keep records, electronic and hard copy of relevant materials such as correspondence, travel arrangements, materials for meetings, procurement estimates and costs, and consultant related files; As required, maintains Chief of Staff/RSU filing system of official documents; maintains an internal expenditures control system with transactions correctly recorded and posted in Atlas.
* Provide quality communications support to the Chief of Staff and his team in support of their functions on support to RBAP senior management in relation to policies and strategies, meetings, relationships with internal and external partners, follow-up directives of the bureau management, planning process in the Bureau, due diligence of data and information flows, special initiatives of RBAP.
* Ensures effective flow of information between the Chief of Staff/RSU and other RBAP HQ Units and effective coordination between the Chief of Staff/RSU activities with other corporate units, RBAP Regional Centre, internal and external clients.
* Coordinates information flow between the Chief of Staff/RSU with the rest of his/her team requiring follow-up by team members to support their contribution to the strategic and policy directions of the Bureau.
* Ensures effective filing, including through automated filing systems, and ensuring safekeeping of documents and other materials required by Chief of Staff/RSU team.
* Monitors and screens all communications and correspondence arriving for the Chief of Staff/RSU, or leaving the Chief of Staff/RSU to other Units; ensures that all information inquiries and correspondence routed appropriately to Chief of Staff/RSU members are properly monitored and responded to in a timely and satisfactory manner.
* Provide support to the Chief of Staff and RSU in preparing and disseminating the monthly newsletter including the formatting and uploading.
* Participates in the discussions/planning for the monthly newsletter.
* Helps follow-up with the respective Program Divisions on the submission of articles for the newsletter.
* Helps with the review of articles and editing for publication.
* Helps format the newsletter using Desktop Publication software.
* Ensures distribution to recipients of the newsletter as per agreed distribution list.

Impact of Results:
The key results of this job have a critical impact on the smooth functioning and overall effectiveness and efficiency of the functioning of the Chief of Staff/RSU as defined in the respective TORs. As the Chief of Staff/RSU provide support to the RBAP senior management on key strategic, corporate, policy and communications issues, this post is critical for the overall effectiveness of the support provided, as expected, by the Chief of Staff/RSU.

Competencies:
* Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values.
* Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
* Excellent IT skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Web Cal, Atlas, and ability to use the internet for research. Ability to prepare documentation and presentational materials for online publication is a plus. Ability to prepare newsletters and desktop publications with proficiency in Dreamweaver.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrates willingness to work with all levels of staff to take on additional responsibilities and share in workload distribution in Chief of Staff/RSU
* Confidentiality, efficiency and speed; balances meeting deadlines while maintaining highest professional standards and consistent accuracy
* Demonstrates excellent organization and time management skills
* Demonstrate understanding of UNDP’s organizational structure and external partners for efficiently and effectively handling incoming queries and requests.
* Focuses on results for the client and responds positively to feedback.
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
* Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure.
* Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

Required Skills and Experience
Education:
* Completion of secondary education with supplemental training in Office Administration.
* Bachelor’s degree not mandatory, but an asset.

Experience:
* Minimum 6 years of progressively responsible administrative or programme experience at the national or international level.
* Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.
* Experience in preparing newsletters and desktop publications.

Language Requirements:
* Proficiency in English, including good drafting and verbal skills.
* Working knowledge of an additional UN official language an asset.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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Council on Foreign Relations
National Program and Outreach
Location: New York, NY USA
Open until filled

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, offices in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America’s understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR’s 4,500+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on the CFR’s award winning website, CFR.org.

With more than one-third of its members based outside of New York and Washington, DC, the goal of the National Program and Outreach is to energize foreign policy discussions nationwide among CFR members and to extend CFR’s outreach to leaders in a cross-section of American life, including the academic community; religious leaders; state and local officials; and civic, nonprofit, and community leaders.

The Assistant Director, Academic Initiative, will manage CFR’s efforts to connect educators and students at the high school, college, and graduate-school levels with CFR’s research tools—this includes planning student briefings, academic conference exhibitions, and higher education workshops; developing academic modules; and creating the monthly Educators Bulletin e-newsletter.

The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
* Managing day-to-day operations of the CFR Academic Initiative, which seeks to connect educators and students at the high school, college, and graduate-school levels with CFR’s research and nonpartisan analysis
* Planning and implementing Academic Initiative events, including (but not limited to)the Higher Education Working Group, Global Kids Summer Institute, and student briefings. This includes logistical work, such as drafting invitations, scheduling, confirming participant list, and handling post-event follow up
* Developing and implementing new Academic Initiative programming, including the Summer Professional Development Institute for Teachers
* Developing and maintaining online presence for the Academic Initiative, as well as managing production of Teaching Notes and Academic Modules
* Working with vice president, deputy director, and other assistant director to drive strategy for Academic Initiative
* Providing project support to department, including attending and working at National Program and Outreach events held outside of business hours
* Supervising Academic Initiative staff

Job Requirements:
* Three or more years program experience related to academic development, preferably at an institution of higher education, textbook publishing company, or nonprofit organization
* Project development and project management experience, including demonstrated ability to drive a number of projects and direct reports simultaneously and successfully
* Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
* Some supervisory skills and experience
* Strong ability and willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
* Detail-oriented self-starter who can work effectively in both a collaborative environment and independently
* Enthusiastic team player with positive and flexible attitude
* BA in international relations or related field, MA preferred, with high academic achievement
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* High proficiency in computer systems, including MS Word and Excel

Qualified candidates should email or fax a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address. Please include the position name in the subject of your email. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer.

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., NY, NY 10065
FAX +1 212.434.9893
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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University of Wisconsin – Madison
Location: Madison, WI USA
Deadline: 1 November 2011

The Department of History at the UW-Madison invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position beginning August 2012 at the rank of Assistant Professor in transnational Asian history since 1500.

Applicants should hold a doctorate or anticipate its completion by the time of the appointment. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of creativity and excellence in research dealing with transnational exchange or interaction among cultures, societies, regions or states within Asia. Possible realms of exchange include, but are not limited to, intellectual, religious, economic, environmental, military, or political relations. The successful applicant will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Asian history and to work closely with such allied programs across campus as the university’s Title VI National Resource Centers in South, East, and Southeast Asia. The position itself forms part of a larger initiative supported by the Mellon Foundation to enhance the study of Asian history and culture at the UW-Madison.

Interested candidates should send hard paper copies of their letter of application, curriculum vitae, and a writing sample of approximately 50 pages, as well as three signed hard paper copies of letters of recommendation to Ms. Nicole Hauge, Transnational Asian History Search Committee, Department of History, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 3211 Mosse Humanities Building, 455 North Park Street, Madison, WI 53706-1405. We also request that you send PDF copies of your letter of application, curriculum vitae, and a writing sample of approximately 50 pages to historysearches@lists.wisc.edu. If the writing sample forms part of a larger book manuscript or dissertation, please include an abstract and table of contents or a statement of how the writing sample fits in with the larger project. Do not send electronic copies of letters of recommendation. For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 1 November 2011.

Preliminary interviews will be conducted at the American Historical Association Annual Meeting in Chicago. The UW-Madison is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. A criminal background check may be required prior to start of appointment.

University of Wisconsin – Madison website http://www.history.wisc.edu/index.htm

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Asia Society
Location: New York, NY USA

To assist responsible senior staff in all aspects of production and administration of New York public programs across the fields of culture and performing arts.

The Program Assistant for Cultural Programs (PA) works closely with responsible staff to formulate, develop and coordinate performances, panel discussions, lectures, films and other events, including all aspects of production, coordination and marketing through print, email and social media. The PA assists with other departmental administrative responsibilities as needed. The following is a break-down of job responsibilities.

Programming:
The PA conducts research for programs-in-development and potential programs, helps develop program notes and contextual materials generated in conjunction with performances and other programs, liaises with speakers, collaborators/ cosponsors and other participants; writes context and framing questions.

Program Coordination/Production:
The PA helps to develop and coordinate event/production logistics, e.g., event staffing, artist services, scheduling, program notes, travel arrangements, visa applications and marketing material development, as well as post-production reports for the Asia Society website and provides DVD and other records of the program as requested by cosponsors and artists. This involves working and coordinating with a wide range of individuals within and outside Asia Society, including collaboration with speaker/filmmaker/artist, press, venue staff, funders, technicians, designers, and box office staff. The PA writes/edits/compiles materials for PR/Marketing purposes, graphic designers and web site. The PA inputs program descriptions through CMS on to the Asia Society website, as well as producing other printed materials, such as postcards, invitations, flyers, and program notes.

Family Programming:
The PA plans and oversees a schedule of family programs and maintains web-based event calendar listings; manages all aspects of family program development and execution, including coordination with other staff and performers/instructors, outreach and audience development; maintains and updates files and databases; handles correspondence, billing, and requests for information and assistance from the public and other entities as appropriate; provides leadership to volunteers, interns and others working in family programs.

General Administration:
The PA works with other staff on a range of other departmental activities; coordinates information for institutional calendar and posts program information on the Asia Society website including subsequent updates; compiles and updates lists and data bases and tracks budgets; helps with grant writing. The PA keeps records of all program descriptions and reports for development, administration, and PR staff. The PA must be able to work on all aspects of programming within a department of very limited staff.

The PA works within the institutional strategy to develop, create and maintain web content, which includes obtaining the rights for all materials to be published on the web including photos, video images and recordings etc.

Other duties as assigned.

* Bachelors degree and 2-3 years’ experience in performing arts and a not-for-profit organization preferred; Masters degree desirable.
* Understanding of basic structure of performing arts field including contracts, budgets, touring, producing and presenting is desirable.
* Experience with family and children’s programming and museum educational programs a plus.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including MS Word, Powerpoint and Excel and well as web CMS experience. Image, video and audio editing experience a plus.
* Knowledge of Asia and Asian performing arts, contemporary and traditional, desirable.
* Team player, comfortable and effective working with all levels of staff and with diverse groups of people from different cultures.
* Capable of working on multiple tasks simultaneously, meeting deadlines, following through on details, and being flexible.
* Must be able to work some evenings and weekends.
* Some familiarity with an Asian language a plus.

For positions in New York, please email your cover letter and resume indicating position reference code and salary requirements to: NYPPJobs@asiasociety.org. Indicate job title in the subject line. Resumes without cover letters will not be accepted. No phone calls, please. Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Please regard your resume as having been received unless your email is bounced back.

Thank you for your interest in the position and Asia Society. Please subscribe to our online newsletters and receive information about Asia Society’s programs and activities: http://asiasociety.org/email-newsletter-signup.
The Asia Society is an equal-opportunity employer.

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Head of Department of Asian and International Studies (Ref. C/050/09)
City University of Hong Kong
Location: Tat Chee Avenue, Hong Kong
Deadline: 31 July 2011

City University of Hong Kong is a dynamic, fast-growing university that is pursuing excellence in research and professional education. As a publicly funded institution, the University is committed to nurturing and developing students’ talent and creating applicable knowledge to support social and economic advancement. Currently, the University has six Colleges/Schools. Within the next two years, the University aims to recruit 100 more scholars from all over the world in various disciplines, including science, engineering, business, social sciences, humanities, law, creative media, energy, environment, and other strategic growth areas.

In the 2010 QS rankings, the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences ranks ahead of University of Zurich, University of Vienna and University of Barcelona in Social Sciences, and ahead of University of California, Irvine and Georgetown University in Arts and Humanities. The new Head of Department will play a major role in leading the College forward for the coming decade.

The Department of Asian and International Studies offers undergraduate programs in the areas of East and Southeast Asian Studies/International Studies and postgraduate programmes in the areas of Development Studies/Asian and International Studies.

Teaching and research in the Department include studies of globalization, social and political trends, and the impacts of various types of economic development. Scholars in the Department study problems of democratization, political development, poverty, gender, environment, religion, ethnicity, work, and corporate social responsibility in Asian societies. The core disciplines of the Department are sociology, anthropology, and political science. The Department hopes to expand into regional studies and develop Latin American and African Studies.

Those who have responded to the previous advertisement placed in November 2010 need not re-apply.

Qualifications for Appointment
The Head of Department will provide strong academic leadership in the development of teaching and research within the Department, as well as providing effective managerial leadership. Candidates should possess a PhD with strong academic and professional qualifications, substantial relevant experience in tertiary education, an internationally recognized record of research and scholarship, and demonstrated ability to work collegially in an academic environment.

Salary and Conditions of Service
The successful candidate will be offered appointment to the rank of Professor or Chair Professor commensurate with qualifications and experience. The appointee will be offered the headship appointment concurrently for an initial period of three years. The remuneration package will be very attractive, driven by market competitiveness and individual performance. Excellent fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes, and relocation assistance (where applicable).

Information and Application
Further information on the post and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong [Fax: (852) 2788 1154 or (852) 3442 0311/email: aishd@cityu.edu.hk]. Please send the nomination or application with a current curriculum vitae to the Human Resources Office. Applications and nominations received by 31 July 2011 will receive full consideration.

Please quote the reference of the post in the application and on the envelope. The University reserves the right not to fill the position. Personal data provided by applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the University’s personal data policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

The University also offers a number of visiting positions through its “CityU International Transition Team” for current graduate students and for early-stage and established scholars, as described at http://www.cityu.edu.hk/provost/announcement_20110221.htm.

City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to the principle of diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, especially those who will enhance the diversity of our staff.

City University of Hong Kong was ranked the 129th among the world’s top universities and the 15th in Asia according to the Quacquarelli Symonds 2010/2011 surveys.

View City University of Hong Kong website

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Harvard Divinity School
Location: Cambridge, MA USA
Deadline: 15 October 2011

Harvard Divinity School announces five full-time Research Associate and Visiting Faculty positions for 2012-13 in its Women’s Studies in Religion Program. Proposals should utilize both religion and gender as central categories of analysis. They may address women and religion in any time, place, or religious tradition, and may utilize disciplinary and interdisciplinary approaches from across the fields of theology, the humanities, and the social sciences.

Responsibilities
Research Associates are required to be in full-time residence at Harvard Divinity School while carrying out their proposed research projects during the 2012-13 academic year. Associates meet together regularly for collective discussion of research in progress. Each associate teaches a one-semester course related to the research project, and the associates present their research in a public lecture series.

Eligibility
Positions are open to candidates with doctorates in the fields of religion and to those with primary competence in other humanities, social science, and public policy fields who demonstrate a serious interest in religion and hold appropriate degrees in those fields. Selection criteria emphasize the quality of the applicant’s research prospectus, outlining objectives and methods; its fit with the Program’s research priorities; the significance of the contribution of the proposed research to the study of religion, gender, and to its field; and an agreement to produce a publishable piece of work. Applicants must have received their PhD by 1 October 2011. Applications from those whose degrees have not yet been awarded will not be considered.

Compensation
Salary for 2012-13 will be $50,000. The appointment is full-time, lasting ten months, and includes health benefits and reimbursement of some expenses.

Application Procedure
Before beginning your application, you must create a log-on ID and password using the Harvard University XID system. The steps are as follows:

1. On the XID website, follow all links for “New XID Account.” You will be prompted to enter and confirm your email address, your full name, and a login ID. You have the option to make your email address your login ID; this is recommended.
2. Once you have registered, you will receive an email with your login ID, a temporary secret key, and instructions for verifying your account.
3. When you have finished the verification process and have chosen a new password, please return to the WSRP online application and log in. Be sure to choose the appropriate log-in type. Please note that you will not be redirected from the XID site to the WSRP application page. You will need to return to this page to begin your application.

Note: Applicants with an active Harvard University ID (HUID) do not need to complete the XID process.

Within the online application, the following documents are required and must be uploaded in Microsoft Word, Adobe PDF, or .txt format:

1. A description of your proposed research project, not to exceed 1,250 words;
2. The title and description of a women’s studies course related to your project, not to exceed one page;
3. A description of your background in women’s studies, not to exceed 750 words;
4. Curriculum vitae, not to exceed 10 pages;
5. Writing sample, either a chapter or article, in electronic format.

Two letters of recommendation are also required.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 15 OCTOBER 2011. Announcement of WSRP Research Associate appointments for 2012-13 will be made in March 2012. If you are unable to access or fill out the online application, please email wsrp@hds.harvard.edu or call (617) 495.5705.

Sample Form
To get an idea of what the online application form looks like before creating an XID and logging on, you may view the following form in PDF format. These forms are for viewing ONLY and not for submission. Please note that while the majority of the fields in the sample will remain constant, the fields, wording of the form, and order are subject to change.

WSRP Sample Application Form

Women’s Studies in Religion Program, Harvard Divinity School website

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Institute of Southeast Asian Studies
Location: 30 Heng Mui Keng Terrace,
Pasir Panjang Road, Singapore
Deadline: 24 July 2011

The Institute of Southeast Asian Studies is a regional research centre dedicated to the study of socio-political, security and economic trends and developments in Southeast Asia and its wider geostrategic and economic environment.

Responsibilities

* Provides technical administrative support to the ISEAS’ Nalanda-Sriwijaya Centre (NSC), its research projects and fellows;

* Works with the NSC fellows and the ISEAS administrative staff to help organize NSC conferences and seminars;

* Coordinates the work of NSC with local and foreign organizations and institutions;

* Assists in proofreading/editing NSC publications

Requirements

* Candidate must possess at least a Degree (preferably Masters) in Asian Studies, Religious Studies, History, Sociology, Anthropology or related fields.

* Knowledge of Asian history.

* Capacity for research and coordination work.

* Good command of English and Mandarin, both written and spoken.

If you are shortlisted for the position(s), you should hear from us within 30 days of the closing date of the advertisement.

Visit the Institute of Southeast Asian Studies website

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