Aga Khan University’s Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations Visiting Scholarships

AKU-ISMC offers visiting research fellowships from time to time subject to availability of funding. Fellowships focus on specific subject areas in line with AKU-ISMC’s mandate/research objectives. ​

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The Aga Khan University’s Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations based in London (AKU-ISMC) is inviting experienced scholars to join the Institute as a visiting scholar within the 2017-2018 academic year.

We are looking to host two categories of visiting scholars. Between September and December 2017 we would be open to hosting scholars from one to three months. We are also looking to host one or two visiting scholars for periods of three to twelve months throughout the academic year.

The Institute aims to focus on issues of relevance to Muslim societies and is seeking to attract voices from Muslim contexts through its visiting scholars programme. The Institute focuses on three broad research themes:

• The Construction of Knowledge about Muslim Cultures and Societies
• Understanding the Processes of Social Change in Muslim Cultures and Societies
• Governance for the Public Interest in Muslim Contexts​

A key outcome of the visiting scholars programme will include the organisation of a public event or workshop which will be funded by the Institute. Other expected outcomes will depend on the duration of the visit and may include:

• Public lecture(s)
• Research workshop(s)
• Teaching within the Institute’s Masters’ and/or Professional Programmes
• Publication (for longer term positions)

Visiting scholars would also be expected to engage in discussions about their work and that of colleagues at the Institute as well as dialogue through seminars with students.

Requirements

The Institute invites applications from experienced scholars and researchers with an international reputation and strong academic knowledge who will offer distinctive perspectives on a particular area of study relevant to the Institute’s research interests.

Candidates should have:

• A PhD linked to one of the areas of interest to the Institute
• Extensive scholarly publications and experience within the field
• Demonstrated research and teaching experience within Muslim majority contexts
• Proficient communication skills in English

Salary level

Depending on the candidate’s academic profile, the Institute will pay gross salaries based on its current scales ranging from £50,000 to £65,000 per annum pro rata. Where applicable, an economy class return flight will be paid. Please note that accommodation in London will need to be independently organised by the researcher(s). Other benefits include: office space, access to computer facilities and access to the Library.