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The Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations seeks to appoint a tenure-track or tenured professor in Persian literature and cultures. While the specific area of specialization is open, the candidate must have a thorough knowledge of classical Persian literature from the eleventh century to the seventeenth century. In addition, the candidate should show some familiarity with the broader historical and cultural contexts within which classical Persian literature developed, both within and beyond Iran. The appointment is expected to begin on July 1, 2014. The appointee will teach and advise both undergraduate and graduate level students. Harvard is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications from women and minorities are strongly encouraged.Ph.D. required by expected start dateDemonstrated excellence in teaching and research is required. Candidates for a tenured appointment should also evince intellectual leadership in the field and exhibit potential for significant contributions to the department, University, and wider scholarly community.Please submit the following materials through the ARIeS portal (http://academicpositions.harvard.edu) no later than March 31, 2014:1. Cover Letter2. Curriculum Vitae3  Teaching Statement4. Research StatementCandidates for a tenure-track position are required to submit names and contact information of 3-5 references.  Three letters of recommendation are also required, and the application is complete only when all three letters have been submitted.Tenure-Track applicants please apply using the following portal:http://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/5306Tenured applicants please apply using the following portal:http://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/5307Applications will be received only via the Harvard Employment web site,https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/Contact information:Professor Ali AsaniChair, Search Committeealiasani@fas.harvard.edu