University Lecturer in Egyptology & Archaeology in Cairo
The Netherlands-Flemish Institute in Cairo is seeking a University Lecturer/Assistant Director in Egyptology & Archaeology (0,5 fte).
Are you a passionate Egyptologist who likes to inspire students? Do you dream of working in the vibrant heart of Cairo in a fascinating international environment? Then this is your chance!
What you will do
In collaboration with the relevant university programmes in the Netherlands and Flanders and the relevant archaeological institutes in Egypt, you will organize an Egyptology/archaeology teaching programme at MA level. During the programme, you will accompany a group of students during visits to academic institutes, museums and excavation projects in Cairo and other parts of Egypt. You will develop new educational activities, and support and co-organize research in Egyptology, Coptology, Papyrology, Archaeology and Museology that is affiliated with NVIC and that is carried out in Egypt. You also conduct your own research, preferably fieldwork. You assist in maintaining the academic network of the NVIC in the field of Egyptology and Archaeology and expand this network. You also develop and contribute to NVIC activities, such as organising lectures, workshops, excursions and courses. As assistant director, you support the director and other NVIC staff members in carrying out their tasks.
Where you will work
The Netherlands-Flemish Institute in Cairo was founded in 1971 as an academic institute under the umbrella of Leiden University, in which nine Dutch and Flemish universities participate. The institute stimulates and internationalizes scholarly research, education and research activities in the Near East, mainly in the fields of Arabic studies, Egyptology and Archaeology, Middle Eastern Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities in a wider sense, but the institute also supports other disciplines. The NVIC provides annual teaching programmes for Dutch and Flemish students, but also for non-academic target groups, such as embassies. In addition, the NVIC supervises theses, papers and individual study programmes of students during their stay in Egypt. The institute organizes lectures, conferences and workshops and it publishes the results of academic activities. Finally, the institute contributes to the dissemination of Dutch and Flemish culture and the promotion of Dutch-Egyptian and Flemish-Egyptian cooperation, in close cooperation with the relevant institutions in the Netherlands and Flanders and the embassies of the Netherlands and Belgium in Cairo. One of the ways this is done is by providing Dutch language courses. More information about NVIC can be found here: Netherlands-Flemish Institute in Cairo - Leiden University.
You will be working in a close-knit team of 15 permanent Dutch, Flemish, Egyptian, and international employees, and a number of freelance lecturers. You will be part of the institute's academic staff and, in addition to conducting your own teaching and research, you will also facilitate research by third parties in Egypt.
What you will bring
We are looking for an independent, active and diplomatic colleague with a good sense for internal relations within a complex, international and multicultural environment. You are confident and a real team player. This position suits you if you recognize yourself in the following points:
- You have a PhD in one of the relevant disciplines (Egyptology/Archaeology) and a demonstrable wider interest in the other disciplines that are represented at NVIC;
- You are able to conduct research and teaching independently; you have demonstrable experience in teaching;
- You have knowledge of the university education system in the Netherlands and Flanders;
- You have experience with archaeological fieldwork, preferably in Egypt;
- You have knowledge of and experience with modern Egypt;
- You have good organizational and social skills and experience with supervising groups;
- You are flexible, enterprising and enthusiastic;
- You have professional language proficiency (C1) in English; oral skills in Dutch, French and/or German will be useful; knowledge of Arabic, preferably Egyptian Arabic is most welcome.
Do you fully recognize yourself in this profile or do you not meet all the requirements but nevertheless think this position is perfect for you? Then we invite you to apply.
What we offer you
A position as University Lecturer 2 at Leiden University, at 0.5 fte.
- An employment contract for the duration of one year with the prospect of a permanent position. The contract falls under the collective labour agreement (cao) for Dutch Universities.
- A salary of at least € [[salaryMin]]- and a maximum of € [[salaryMax]]- gross per month for a full-time (38 hours) position (scale 11);
- Holiday allowance (8%), an end-of-year bonus (8.3%) and an attractive pension scheme with the ABP;
- Reimbursement of an annual economy-class return ticket Egypt-Netherlands or Belgium and a one-off relocation allowance.
- The location for this position is Cairo, Egypt. You can read more about the employment conditions of Leiden University here: https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/working-at/job-application-procedure-and-employment-conditions.
What we find important
Promoting an inclusive community is central to the values and vision of Leiden University. Leiden University strives to be an inclusive community where all students and staff feel valued and respected and can develop themselves to their full potential. Diversity in experiences and perspectives enriches our teaching and strengthens our research. High-quality teaching and research is inclusive.
Apply or find out more?
Apply directly? Then click on the application button. We would like to receive a cover letter, a CV, recent teaching evaluations, and the names and contact details of two referees. We will not contact the referees before we have your permission; a reference letter is not necessary.
Would you like more information about this position? Please contact Dr. Marleen De Meyer via [email protected] or Prof. Dr. Olaf Kaper via [email protected] . Applications can be submitted until [date].
In order to get to know each other well, we follow a number of steps in the application procedure. You can find more information here: https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/working-at/job-application-procedure-and-employment-conditions .When considering different candidates of equal suitability, preference is given to internal candidates, women, employees with a disability and employees with a migration background.
- A pre-employment screening (references, diplomas, certificate of conduct) is part of the selection procedure.
- Leiden University expects lecturers to have the Basic Teaching Qualification (BKO). If the new employee does not yet have this qualification or its equivalent, he or she must be willing to obtain this qualification within two years.
- Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated. If you do send us CVs, no rights can be derived from them.
