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The Program in Asian and Middle East Studies at the College of William andMary seeks applications from scholars for a tenure-track position at therank of associate professor for appointment as the Sultan Qaboos bin SaidProfessor in Middle East Studies.Sultan Qaboos professorships have been established at leading universitiesworldwide through generous gifts from His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said,Sultan of Oman. The appointment will begin August 10, 2014. Applicants arewelcome from a variety of disciplinary traditions within Middle EastStudies. We are particularly interested in scholars with a strongpublication record and active research program who engage with politicaleconomy, national and transnational social movements, and political thought.Candidates must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculumvitae, a cover letter including statement of research and a proposedrepertoire of courses. You will also be prompted to submit online the namesand email addresses of three references. We would also ask candidates tosubmit samples of recent publications. For full consideration, submitapplication materials by the review date, November 15, 2013. Applicationsreceived after the review date will be considered if needed.The College of William &#38; Mary values diversity and invites applications fromunderrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and servicemissions of the university. The College is an Equal Opportunity/AffirmativeAction employer. The College of William &#38; Mary conducts background checks onapplicants for employment.