ERC project “WO-NAM Arabic Linguistic Discourse in the Making - ALiDiM - Primary sources in early Arabic grammatical texts

  • Venezia
  • Tempo determinato
  • Full time
  • 17 giorni fa
Offer DescriptionThe ALiDiM project aims to conduct a metalinguistic analysis of the standardization process of Classical Arabic as described by early scholars of the Arabic linguistic tradition. It will investigate the formation of the Arabic linguistic thinking and grammar-making of Classical Arabic, accounting also for extralinguistic factors. The methodology builds on the combination of textual and metalinguistic analysis and capitalizes on the adoption of digital approaches. By adopting a wider cultural perspective, we will research how the Arabic linguistic literature can be interpreted as an expression of socio- political concerns. The focus will be on the metalinguistic aspects of language description, rather than on the linguistic features described. Using a text-based approach, the project will study key Arabic linguistic works from the 7th to the 10th century, considering both local Arab-Islamic frameworks and external influences. Ultimately, the project seeks to develop a new understanding of the origin and formation of the Arabic linguistic tradition, tracing origins and reception of the linguistic themes and identifying the factors that contributed to the process of language standardization of Classical Arabic.RequirementsResearch Field Cultural studies » Arabic studies Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsIn addition to the publications, the following qualifications are considered as evaluation criteria:
a. specialisation diplomas and attendance certificates at post-graduate specialisation courses, obtained both in Italy or abroad, documented research activity in public and
private organisations with contracts, study grants or assignments both in Italy and abroad;
b. Certifications of knowlwdge of languages (mainly English and Arabic, but even other languages will be evaluated).Languages ENGLISH Level GoodLanguages ARABIC Level GoodAdditional InformationBenefitsThe research fellowship amounts to Euro 36.450 per year gross to the recipient, net of the expenses to be sustained by the employer. The amount may be subject to adjustment in the event of variations in the law.Eligibility criteriaThe selection is made by assessment of the scientific and professional qualifications, the curriculum vitae and scientific production of the candidates, followed by an interview.The interview, which will be held in English, aims to assess the candidates' skills and expertise on the following subjects:
Foundations of the Arabic linguistic thinking
Linguistic situation of the Arabic language in pre-Islamic and early Islamic times
Proposals for a methodological approach to the research topic
Knowledge of English and ArabicSelection processThe interview will be held in any case on June 7, 2024 at 15:00 at Sala A - Palazzo Vendramin dei Carmini - Dorsoduro 3462 30123 Venezia.The list of candidates admitted to the interview will be published on May 30, 2024Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute UNIVERSITA' CA' FOSCARI VENEZIA Country Italy State/Province Public research City VENEZIA Postal Code 30123 Street DORSO DURO 3246Where to apply WebsiteContact State/Provinceno CityVENEZIA WebsiteStreetDORSO DURO 3246 Postal Code30123 E-Mailricerca.dsaam@unive.it Phone0412349173STATUS: EXPIRED

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