Center for Iranian Studies Encyclopaedia Iranica

1. Encyclopaedia Iranica
Senior Staff Associate or Associate Research Scholar – minimum requirements: advanced graduate studies or equivalent in a field of Iranian studies (MA or equivalent required for Senior Staff Associate; Ph.D. or equivalent for Associate Research Scholar).   For both positions: a proven and demonstrable fluency in written English. Published translations from Persian to English. Editorial experience and utmost accuracy in proofreading, samples in both respects will be needed. Also required is a familiarity with at least one, preferably two research languages from among Arabic, French, German, Italian, or Russian.  Publications or other evidence to support proficiency in the above requirements. Computer competency. Web skills and familiarity with online editing and publishing projects a plus. Salary is commensurate with title and experience.

Application review starts June 1, 2008 and the search will remain open no fewer than 30 days after posting and until the position is filled.  Columbia University is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Applications for this position should be sent to: Translator/Editorial Search (AS44309118), Encyclopaedia Iranica, 450 Riverside Drive, no. 4, New York, NY 10027, USA — or via email to: dea1@columbia.edu

2. Encyclopaedia Iranica
Associate Research Scholar (Assistant Editor) — Ph. D. in a field of ancient (pre-Islamic) Iranian Studies   A solid background in Persian history and culture and religion with a strong linguistic background in pre-Islamic Iranian languages.   A knowledge of at least one, preferably two research languages from among German, French, Russian and Italian.   Publications to support proficiency of the above requirements and to demonstrate scholarship at appropriate rank (assistant professorial rank).  Editorial skills (in English) as evidenced by sample editing.  S/he would be required to deal with all editorial aspects of the Encyclopaedia Iranica (including ability to re-write & re-organize received entries and improve them) and report to the Editor.  Computer competency.  Web skills and familiarity with online editing and publishing projects a plus.  Salary is commensurate with experience.

Application review starts June 1, 2008 and the search will remain open no fewer than 30 days after posting and until the position is filled.   Columbia University is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply. 

Applications for this position should be sent to: Editorial Search (AS44309110), Encyclopaedia Iranica, 450 Riverside Drive, no. 4, New York, NY  10027, USA — or via email to dea1@columbia.edu