Post-Doctoral Research Fellow
Prepare your doctoral thesis for publication as a monograph while engaging in collaborative research and teaching.
Best for:Best for recent PhD graduates in Islamic studies or related fields looking to publish their doctoral thesis as a monograph while gaining academic teaching experience.
Overview
The Institute of Ismaili Studies is seeking a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow to join its Department of Academic Research in London for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The primary focus of the fellowship is to support the successful candidate in revising and preparing their doctoral thesis for peer-reviewed publication by the Institute. In addition to monograph preparation, the fellow will contribute to collaborative departmental research initiatives and participate in teaching, curriculum development, and student support activities. Applicants should hold a PhD in Islamic Studies or a related discipline with relevant regional or thematic specializations.
What you'll do
- Revise and prepare the doctoral dissertation into a peer-reviewed academic monograph for publication by the Institute
- Contribute to collaborative research projects and initiatives within the Department of Academic Research
- Participate in teaching and learning activities including lectures, seminars, and tutorials
- Engage in student assessment, curriculum development, and student support activities
- Engage with colleagues and external partners with professionalism, discretion, and diplomacy
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Islamic Studies or a closely related discipline
Language: English; working knowledge of Arabic and Persian would be advantageous
Instruction: English
Publications: Record of scholarly publications is advantageous
- Demonstrated experience of producing high-quality, original academic research suitable for publication
- Prior experience of teaching or supporting learning in higher education
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Proactive approach with strong initiative and sound judgement
Funding & terms
How to apply
Interested candidates should click the apply button to access the external recruitment portal and submit their complete application before the closing date.
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