CKS looking for Visiting Scholar to conduct translation workshop in Phnom Penh

[Yuphaphann Hoonchamlong]

Center for Khmer Studies (CKS)
 

Rockefeller Foundation Project
Building Institutional Capacity in Cambodian Higher Education
 

CKS is seeking an individual for the position of:

 

Visiting Scholar

 

Specializing in theme “Bridging Cultures: Setting a Translation Curriculum and Program in Cambodia” with a focus on language, linguistics, literature as well as the art and theories of translation.

 

  (August 2007-February 2008, Phnom Penh, Cambodia)

 

 

The project seeks to enhance the knowledge base and academic skills of junior Cambodian academics and researchers in the field of humanities and social sciences. This will be achieved through workshops and seminars, followed by individual and team research projects.

The Visiting Scholar will be responsible for designing the workshop and seminar curriculum and for leading the six-month session from August 2007 to February 2008 (see details below). The position will involve working with the Project Director, a small Academic Committee, and participating groups of early-career Cambodian academics.

Assisted by the Project Director and in consultation with members of the Academic Committee, the Visiting Scholar will be responsible for the academic aspects of the project for a period of six months, including: 

1)       Selecting candidates for the session program, and recipients of individual fellowships (in country and international)

2)       Compiling relevant courses material

3)       Designing and leading the activities of the session program, including seminars, methodology workshops, fieldwork and conferences, with the possibility of inviting other scholars as appropriate

4)       Evaluating papers, research material, and final individual/team projects  

5)       Preparing relevant materials for dissemination on the CKS website and in printed publications

Throughout the project, and in consultation with the Academic Committee and Project Director, the Visiting Scholar may propose other relevant academic activities that will serve the objectives of the Project. 

Person specification

The person appointed will meet the following criteria:

 
Essential
An earned doctorate from an internationally accredited university, in a relevant humanities or social science discipline 
Recognized academic reputation in the field of Southeast Asian studies, particularly on Cambodia or Mainland Southeast Asia, supported by articles in refereed journals and/or authorship of, editorship of, or contributions to, books issued by well-known publishers 
 

 

Fluency in spoken English, and strong English writing skills 
Excellent skills in the area of learning and teaching 
Experience in curriculum design and developing teaching Projects 
Ability to teach research methods and general academic skills 
At least five years experience of university level teaching 
Ability to work as part of a team 
Excellent inter-personal skills, including cross-cultural communication skills 
Honesty, integrity and a willingness to take personal responsibility 
 

Desirable

Experience of training Cambodian or Southeast Asian academics at an early stage of their careers 
Familiarity with higher education in the region 
Experience of working in Cambodia, Southeast Asia, or in another developing country 
Communicative ability in Khmer and/or another major Southeast Asian language 
Salary: $US 1500 per month

Closing date: July 15th, 2007

Please send a CV and a cover letter, supplying the names of two referees, to: 
cheanmen at khmerstudies.org

Scholars from ASEAN countries are encouraged to apply