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The Program in Asian and Middle East Studies at the College of William and Mary seeks applications from scholars for a tenure-track position at the rank of associate professor for appointment as the Sultan Qaboos bin Said Professor in Middle East Studies. Sultan Qaboos professorships have been established at leading universities worldwide through generous gifts from His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, Sultan of Oman.The appointment will begin August 10, 2014. Applicants are welcome from a variety of disciplinary traditions within Middle East Studies. We are particularly interested in scholars with a strong publication record and active research program who engage with political economy, national and transnational social movements, and political thought.Candidates must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter including statement of research and a proposed repertoire of courses. You will also be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references. We would also ask candidates to submit samples of recent publications. For full consideration, submit application materials by the review date, November 15, 2013. Applications received after the review date will be considered if needed.The College of William &#38; Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The College of William &#38; Mary conducts background checks on applicants for employment.