Current openings:
University of Washington
The Jackson School of International Studies (JSIS), at the University of Washington, Seattle, invites applications for a faculty position at the tenure-track assistant professor or tenured associate professor level in the field of Israel Studies to begin on September 16, 2017, contingent on budgetary approval. The person filling the position will hold the Jack and Rebecca Benaroya Endowed Chair in Israel Studies. We welcome applications from social scientists and historians who study Israel from a multidisciplinary perspective, including the fields of history, sociology, cultural studies, geography, legal studies, political science, Jewish studies, or religious studies. In addition, candidates should be able to integrate the study of Israel into a global context, highlighting the comparative and international relevance of Israel in the Middle East and beyond.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the mission of both the Jackson School and the Stroum Center for Jewish Studies. The Jackson School is an interdisciplinary department that houses University of Washington programs studying the areas, peoples, and religions of the world. The Stroum Center, located in the Jackson School, is a leading institution for the academic study of Jewish life in its cultural, intellectual, religious, and international contexts. The successful candidate will teach courses in Israel Studies, as well as other undergraduate and graduate comparative and international studies classes. The Benaroya endowment also calls for, and provides funds for, the holder of the chair to disseminate knowledge more broadly, creating public programming and building exchanges for students and faculty with Israeli institutions.
This position is a full-time, nine-month appointment. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. Jackson School faculty teach four courses per academic year over three quarters.
A PhD or foreign equivalent is required by start of appointment.
HOW TO APPLY:
Materials should be submitted to: https://apply.interfolio.com/36385
Applicants should submit the following:
– CV
– A cover letter describing their research and teaching experience
– Three letters of recommendation
Preference will be given to applications received by October 31, 2016.
For questions, please contact: jsis@uw.edu
The University of Washington is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans. The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Modern Hebrew
Bucknell University in Pennsylvania
The Department of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics at Bucknell University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Modern Hebrew to begin August 2016. We expect to hire at the assistant professor level, but will also consider applications from exceptional candidates at a higher rank. The successful candidate will teach courses in beginning and intermediate Hebrew, as well as courses in translation on Israeli, Yiddish, and Jewish-American literature and culture. The successful candidate should show an interest in collaborating with faculty in related disciplines on a potentially team-taught course and be willing to teach a first-year, writing-intensive seminar. We seek a teacher-scholar who will be able to develop the Hebrew Language Program within the department and direct the Interdisciplinary Minor in Jewish Studies. Native or near-native fluency in Hebrew and experience teaching Hebrew at the college level are required. The successful candidate should have completed a Ph.D. in Hebrew, Judaic Studies, or related field by time of appointment and show scholarly potential in Hebrew-language literature, film, or culture. The Department of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics seeks candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusive pedagogy.
Application materials: include a CV, statements that address your experience and potential as a teacher, your scholarly interests, and three letters of recommendation. Applications are only accepted through Interfolio. For additional information and to apply, please go to http://apply.interfolio.com/33175. The search committee will begin to screen applications on January 4, 2016, and will continue to do so until the position is filled. Questions may be addressed to Dr. James Lavine, Chair of the Search Committee, at jlavine@bucknell.edu.
Bucknell University, an Equal Opportunity Employer, believes that students learn best in a diverse, inclusive community and is therefore committed to academic excellence through diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. We seek candidates who are committed to Bucknell’s efforts to create a climate that fosters the growth and development of a diverse student body, and we welcome applications from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented in higher education.
Max Ticktin Professor of Israel Studies
The George Washington University
The Program in Judaic Studies at The George Washington University invites applications and nominations for a newly endowed chair, the Max Ticktin Professor of Israel Studies, to begin in the fall semester of 2016. The field of specialization within Israel Studies is open. We encourage applications from senior scholars working on any aspect of modern Israeli politics, history, society, or culture. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach undergraduate survey courses on modern Israel, as well as more specialized graduate and upper-division seminars, and will help shape a strong Israel Studies component within the Program in Judaic Studies. While the appointment of the successful candidate will be in the department of his or her specialization, he or she will be expected to affiliate with and participate in the intellectual life of Judaic Studies.
Basic Qualifications. Applicants are required to have a doctorate and should hold the rank of associate or full professor, or a comparable position, at the time of application. Applicants should have a clear research agenda as demonstrated by publications, works in progress and/or presentations, as well as substantial evidence of scholarly and teaching excellence.
Application Procedure. Applicants must complete an online application at http://www.gwu.jobs/postings/30103 and upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and writing sample. In addition, please list three references. Review of applications will begin on December 16, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled. Only completed applications will be considered.
Employment offers are contingent pending budgetary approval and the satisfactory outcome of a standard background screening.
The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
The Department of Judaic Studies in the McMicken College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Cincinnati invites applications at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Culture and Thought of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This is a full-time tenure-track position, beginning August 1, 2016.
The successful candidate will be a promising scholar with demonstrated excellence in research and teaching. Qualified candidates will be familiar with the interdisciplinary academic study of medieval Jewry and intercultural relations within a broader, global context. Background in Middle-Eastern Studies or Peace and Conflict Studies would be desirable. We are seeking individuals whose research and teaching activities promote interdisciplinary collaboration with other departments and colleges at UC and our consortium partners including Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion. Teaching responsibilities include courses such as Evolution of the Middle-Eastern Conflict, Jews and Islam, Judaism and Christianity in Conflict, Medieval Jewish History, and Modern Hebrew and advising research projects of advanced undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates should be able to integrate digital technologies into the classroom. The successful candidate will also serve on committees and generally work to further the department’s growth and prestige. Applicants’ research and teaching should be consistent with our mission, which emphasizes a commitment to diversity and to collaborative projects nationally and internationally.
Qualifications: Candidates must have a Ph.D. in-hand by August 1, 2015, clear evidence of research and publication activity, solid evidence of teaching effectiveness, and knowledge of Modern Hebrew. Please see the University of Cincinnati website (www.uc.edu), and the Department website (www.artsci.uc.edu/judaic) for information about the Department’s programs and projects with faculty in other departments and institutions including experiential learning, travel study, and collaboration with the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, the American Jewish Archives, and the Klau Library. A complete list of the Greater Cincinnati Consortium of Colleges and University may be found at:
http://www.uc.edu/registrar/registration/reg_info/cincinnati_consortium.html
Application Process and Deadline: Application deadline is Sunday, November 8, 2015. Screening of applications will begin shortly thereafter and will continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews will be conducted at the annual meetings of AAR/SBL and AJS. All applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.uc.edu. Cover letter should address the candidate’s effectiveness and consistency with both the position and the mission of the Department and indicate experience and success with teaching and interacting with culturally diverse populations. Include a current vita, samples of scholarly work, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Three letters of recommendation should be sent electronically to Matthew Kraus matthew.kraus@uc.edu (phone: 513-556-2298) or mailed to Judaic Studies Search Committee C/O Matthew Kraus Dept. of Judaic Studies, University of Cincinnati, PO Box 210169 Cincinnati, OH 45221-0169. For questions, please contact Professor Matthew Kraus, Chair of Search Committee (513) 556-2298 [matthew.kraus@uc.edu]
The University of Cincinnati is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to the principle of diversity. In that spirit, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates including women, veterans, people with disabilities and people of color.
Assistant or Associate Professor of Instruction in Modern Hebrew
The Middle East and North African Studies Program (MENA) at Northwestern University, in conjunction with the Jewish Studies Program, invites applications for a member of the teaching-track faculty in Modern Hebrew language at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Instruction. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position starting September 1, 2016. Duties include teaching nine quarter-long language courses.
Experience teaching Hebrew in North American higher education settings and native fluency or its equivalent in Hebrew is required. Masters degree in Hebrew language or a closely related area is required; Ph.D. in Hebrew language, literature, or Middle East studies is preferred. Where applicable, candidates should indicate teaching proficiency in other languages offered in Northwestern’s MENA program or in non-modern registers of Hebrew.
The MENA Program offers an undergraduate major, a minor, and a PhD certificate program. It features both topics courses in a range of disciplines and a dynamic team of language instructors in Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, and Turkish. The Jewish Studies Program is an interdisciplinary unit that offers courses and curricula for undergraduate and graduate students; it is housed in The Crown Family Center for Jewish and Israel Studies.
Applicants should submit a letter of application, CV, teaching portfolio (course syllabi, teaching evaluations), and names and email addresses of three professional references (at least two must be able to comment on the applicant’s teaching abilities) electronically via the MENA website: http://www.mena.northwestern.edu/people/faculty/faculty-search.html#Hebrew. For fullest consideration, application materials must be received by November 1, 2015.
The Program in Middle East and North African Studies is committed to a diverse faculty, in terms of gender, ethnic and racial diversity as understood both in the United States and in the Middle East. We encourage applications from women and ethnic, racial, and religious minorities.
AA/EOE. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.
Lecturer in Middle Eastern Studies
Summary:
The Institute of Middle Eastern Studies in the Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy is a leading centre of excellence for research, learning and teaching on one of the world’s most challenging, contested and important regions. Our research on the politics, international relations, history, political economy, and culture and society of the Middle East has a global reach, and through innovative research led teaching we train and create a diverse cohort of international post-graduate students who go on to work in and on the region. Our aim is to maintain and enhance our status as a global centre for advancing knowledge and understanding of the challenges the Middle East faces in the twenty first century. Since its inception, the Institute has consistently received the top rating in all research assessment exercises and its academics have established themselves as world leaders in their fields. To strengthen key areas of research and teaching within the Institute we are looking to appoint a full-time scale 6/7 Lecturer in Middle Eastern Studies, with a preferable start date of September 2015 but no later than January 2016.
Details:
The Institute of Middle Eastern Studies welcomes applications from internationally outstanding candidates for the position of Lecturer in Middle Eastern Studies. The successful candidate will be trained in some aspect of the political economy, international relations, and/or politics of the Middle East. S/he will have an emerging research portfolio of international standing in Middle Eastern Studies and be able to contribute strongly to teaching and supervision at all three levels. As well as having Middle East area expertise, the successful candidate will be able to teach theory. S/he will teach and supervise BA students and contribute to the full range of the Institute’s clearly defined activities in postgraduate teaching and PhD supervision, research (including grant applications), and administration.
Post duration: Indefinite contract.
Salary: The appointment will be made, dependent on relevant qualifications and experience, within the Grade 6/7 scale, £32,277 – £47,328 (depending upon experience) plus £2,323 London Weighting Allowance, per annum.
Contact Information: To apply for this post you will need to register with the university’s recruitment system, HireWire, to download and submit the application form. Please note, if you are submitting a CV or a short statement these will need to copied and pasted into the application form as part of the same document, as the system only allows you to submit one document. Application forms must also be in word format, not PDF. Please also note, once submitted, your application cannot be edited.
Interviews will be held in the first week of September 2015.
Equality of opportunity is College policy
Closing date: 14 August 2015
Click here to register and download the application form:
https://www.hirewire.co.uk/HE/1061247/MS_JobDetails.aspx?JobID=63192
The Pennsylvania State University Department of History and the Jewish Studies Program invite applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in modern Middle East Studies and Jewish History. Research focus and teaching interests are open, but the successful applicant will teach undergraduate courses at all levels in the Israel-Palestine and Arab-Israeli conflicts and in the history of Ottoman and mandate Palestine. Interest in transnational, postcolonial, and other theoretical perspectives is particularly welcome. Ability to contribute to an array of global studies initiatives in the College of the Liberal Arts, focusing on the study of global conflict, cultures, environment, and rights, is a real asset; working with the College’s new Center for Humanities and Information is also possible. The appointment will be held jointly in the Department of History and the Jewish Studies Program, and will begin in August 2015. The successful applicant should be able to enhance the interdisciplinary strengths of both units, demonstrate an active research agenda, and contribute immediately to both graduate and undergraduate teaching. Normal teaching load is 2-2. Dedication to the undergraduate missions of both the History Department and the Jewish Studies Program is essential. Candidate must have a Ph.D. in hand by the date of appointment.
Submit a curriculum vitae, a letter of application that describes current and future research, and up to three articles and/or book chapters at https://app2.ohr.psu.edu/Jobs/External/EVMS2_External/currentap1.cfm#53185. Additionally, please arrange to have three letters of reference sent to Sandi Moyer at sjm1@psu.edu. Application review will begin November 1, 2014, but dossiers will be accepted until the position is filled. Questions can be directed to Ben Schreier, Interim Director of Jewish Studies, at bjs44@psu.edu.
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URL: http://www.jewish-studies.northwestern.edu/faculty/faculty-search.html
The Crown Family Center for Jewish and Israel Studies seeks to make a full-time tenure track appointment at the rank of Associate or Assistant Professor in Israel Studies. Tenured appointees will occupy a Crown Chair in Israel Studies. The field of the search is Israeli Society and Culture. All appointees will be housed in an appropriate disciplinary department. Candidates from anthropology, film, history, literature, political science, religious studies and sociology are encouraged to apply; applicants from other fields who work on Israeli Society or Culture are also welcome to apply. Position starts September 1, 2015.
Please send a cover letter, three references, CV, and writing sample no longer than 25 pages via the online application system found below. Review begins November 14th.
AA/EOE Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.
Please read all instructions and make all preparations before proceeding to application page.
If you have any questions about submitting your application, please contact Nancy Gelman at jewish-studies[at]northwetern.edu, or 847-491-2612.
Assistant Professor of Israel Studies
This position is one of three cluster hires in Israel Studies and the successful candidate will be a member of both the Judaic Studies Department and the Institute for Israel Studies. This position is affiliated with the Citizenship, Rights, and Cultural Belonging Transdisciplinary Area of Excellence (see http://www.binghamton.edu/tae/) and two members of the TAE Steering Committee will be part of the search committee. Area of Specialization: Modern Israel (including the Ottoman and Mandate periods). A historical perspective is preferred. Areas of competence: Open but teaching one or more courses about Israeli state and society is expected. Comparative approaches are encouraged.
Requirements: A successful candidate will have a strong research program. Teaching experience preferred. Ph.D. in hand by 01 September 2015 is expected.
Link to Apply: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=52711
Required application materials include a cover letter, CV, a research statement, a brief writing sample (no longer than a paper or chapter), a teaching statement that focuses on pedagogy, 2 sample syllabi, and 3 letters of reference. Applicants should submit their materials through Interview Exchange. Applications received by 06 October, 2014 will be guaranteed full consideration, but the search will continue until the position is filled.
The UCLA International Institute seeks applications for a full-time faculty position in Israel Studies to serve as Director of the Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for Israel Studies. A qualified candidate may also be appointed to the Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation Endowed Chair in Israel Studies. The ideal candidate should hold a PhD, JD, MBA, MFA, or other appropriate terminal degree and be an outstanding scholar and teacher, an enterprising intellectual leader, and a collegial presence who forges collaborations with faculty and students across UCLA to further multidisciplinary research on Israel. There is a strong preference for candidates who are qualified for appointment to a tenured position at an appropriate level in any appropriate department and discipline.
Originally founded in 2005 as the UCLA Israel Studies Program, the Nazarian Center was established in 2010 as the first full-fledged Israel Studies center on the West Coast and one of three in the nation that are named and endowed. Located in Los Angeles, which boasts the second-largest Jewish and Israeli communities in the United States, the Center is a premier source of scholarship and education about Israel. Through a commitment to academic rigor and interdisciplinary approaches, the Nazarian Center fosters a broad understanding of Israel and its place in the region and the world. More information about the Center can be found here http://web.international.ucla.edu/israel.
The UCLA International Institute, which houses the Nazarian Center, is the central hub for global and area studies at UCLA. Founded in 1958, the International Institute educates students, champions scholarship and builds academic partnerships here and abroad. Its more than 25 centers and programs promote innovative multidisciplinary research and educational opportunities in virtually every region of the world. More information about the UCLA International Institute can be found here http://web.international.ucla.edu/institute/home.
Applicants should send a letter of interest, CV, research agenda, select relevant publications, and the names and contact information of three references to UCLA Recruit: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply/JPF00207 . Review of applications will begin Sept 1, 2014 and continue until a candidate is selected. Salary is commensurate with experience. We encourage applications from women, minorities, and individuals with a history of mentoring under-represented minorities. UCLA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to achieving and supporting diversity among its faculty, students, and staff.
https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=47483
The Department of Judaic Studies at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Israel and Modern Jewish Thought. This is a full-time tenure-track position, beginning August 1, 2014.
The successful candidate will be a promising scholar with demonstrated excellence in research and teaching. Qualified candidates will be familiar with the critical, academic study of Israel and Modern Jewish Thought within a broader, global context. Also desirable would be background in theories and methods in the study of religion, competency in Modern Hebrew, and the ability to integrate digital technologies into the research and teaching of Jewish Studies. Teaching responsibilities include the introductory courses Modern Jewish Civilization, Modern Jewish Thinkers, and Modern Israel, advanced courses on Israel and Jewish thought, and advising research projects of advanced undergraduate and graduate students. The successful candidate will also serve on committees and generally work to further the department’s growth and prestige. We are seeking individuals whose research and teaching activities are consistent with our mission, which emphasizes a commitment to diversity and to collaborative projects nationally and internationally.
Qualifications: Ph.D. in hand by July 31, 2014, clear evidence of research and publication activity, solid evidence of teaching effectiveness, and knowledge of Modern Hebrew.
Applicants for this position must apply online to http://www.jobsatuc.com (position number 213UC6187). Cover letter should address the candidate’s effectiveness and consistency with both the position and the mission of the Department and indicate experience and success with teaching and interacting with culturally diverse populations. Include a current vita, samples of scholarly work, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Three letters of recommendation should be sent electronically to Matthew Kraus matthew.kraus@uc.edu (phone: 513-556-2298) or mailed to Judaic Studies Search Committee C/O Matthew Kraus Dept. of Judaic Studies, University of Cincinnati, PO Box 210169 Cincinnati, OH 45221-0169. Applications must be submitted by November 7, 2013 and will not be considered complete until all letters of recommendation have been received. For questions, please contact Professor Jana Braziel, Chair of Search Committee (513) 556-0350 [jana.braziel@uc.edu].
Application deadline: November 7, 2013. Screening of applications will begin promptly on November 7 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Cincinnati is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, people of color, people with disability and veterans are encouraged to apply. Preliminary interviews will be conducted at the annual meetings of AAR/SBL and AJS.
The Department of Near Eastern Studies at Princeton University in conjunction with the Program in Judaic Studies invites applications for a tenure-track position in Israel Studies to begin September 1, 2014. Discipline and specialization are open. We seek candidates trained in history, literature, politics, or other relevant fields of the humanities and social sciences. Appropriate fields of specialization include the history of the state of Israel and its formation, the history of the Zionist movement, Israeli politics, Israeli literature, Hebrew literature of the pre-state period, or other aspects of Israeli culture.
Rank: Assistant Professor, PhD in hand or expected. Position will be open until filled.
To apply, complete an online application at https://jobs.princeton.edu. Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae (including language proficiencies and teaching experience), statement of research interest, and an essay or chapter of published writing or work-in-progress. Applicants must supply three names of references and their contact information in their online application.
Review of applications will begin on October 1 and continue until the position is filled. Princeton University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable EEO and affirmative action regulations.
Wake Forest University, History
The Mike and Deborah Rubin Chair of Jewish and Israeli History for an appointment at the associate or full professor level
Institution Type: College / University
Location: North Carolina, United States
Position: Associate Professor, Full Professor
Jewish and Israeli Studies.
Wake Forest University invites applications for the Mike and Deborah Rubin Chair of Jewish and Israeli History for an appointment at the associate or full professor level beginning July 2014. Research may be focused on any aspect of Jewish history; preference will be given to those who will enhance the interdisciplinary strengths of the University. The teaching duties include Jewish history as well as Israeli history, and must include an introductory level World Civilizations course. Excellent teaching of undergraduates and high-quality scholarship are central to Wake Forest’s mission. To apply, please send a letter of application, c.v., transcript copies, and separate statement of teaching philosophy to https://wakejobs.silkroad.com. Three confidential letters of recommendation should be sent to letters@wfu.edu. Technical problems with submissions may be directed to (336) 758-4700. All materials must be received no later than October 1, 2013. Wake Forest University welcomes and encourages diversity and seeks applicants with demonstrated success in working with diverse populations. Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning. AA/EOE.
Contact:
To apply, please send a letter of application, c.v., transcript copies, and separate statement of teaching philosophy to https://wakejobs.silkroad.com. Three confidential letters of recommendation should be sent to letters@wfu.edu. Technical problems with submissions may be directed to 336-758-4700.
Website: https://wakejobs.silkroad.com
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Northeastern University invites nominations and applications for a specialist in Israel Studies to be appointed at the rank of professor, associate professor, or assistant professor beginning Fall 2013. The successful candidate will be an outstanding researcher and teacher whose work makes a central disciplinary contribution in the social sciences or history, as well as to Israel and Middle East Studies. The field of specialization is open, and the College of Social Sciences and Humanities is particularly interested in enhancing strengths in international relations, political economy, or international security. The appointment will be in one or more of the College for Social Sciences and Humanities’ departments or schools and may reach into its International Affairs Program.
Qualifications: A doctoral degree by the start date is required.
Additional Information: Applicants should submit a letter of interest, including a statement on teaching, a CV, a statement of current and future research plans, a writing sample of no more than fifty pages, and contact information for three referees or a dossier service. To apply visit the College of Social Sciences and Humanities website at: http://www.northeastern.edu/cssh/ and click on the Faculty Positions button. Please address inquiries about the position to Mitchell Orenstein, Chair of the Israel Studies Search Committee, m.orenstein@neu.edu.
Review of applications will begin February 22, 2013, but the search will remain open until the position is filled.
College of the Liberal Arts
Department of History and Jewish Studies Program
Israeli and Middle Eastern Studies
The Penn State University Department of History and the Jewish Studies Program invite applications for an open rank, tenure-track position in the history of the modern Middle East (19th century to present), with special attention to the State of Israel. The appointment will be held jointly in the Department of History and the Jewish Studies Program, and will begin in August, 2013. The successful applicant should be able to enhance the interdisciplinary strengths of both units, demonstrate an active research agenda, and be able to contribute immediately to both graduate and undergraduate teaching in the department. Ability to teach lower-level courses is essential. Candidate must have a Ph.D. in hand by the date of appointment. Send a curriculum vitae, a letter of application that describes current and future research, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and letters of reference from three referees (under separate cover). Applications may also include up to three offprints or unpublished papers or chapters. Applications received by November 1, 2012 are assured of full consideration, but dossiers will be accepted until the position is filled. Please go to www.la.psu.edu/facultysearch/ to apply. Senior scholars will be eligible and considered applicants for the Chaiken Family Chair. Those who have applied for the Chaiken Family Chair need not apply for this position and will be considered for both openings. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workplace.
THE UNIVERSITY OF HAIFA
THE DEPARTMENT OF HEBREW AND COMPARATIVE LITERATURE
The Hebrew and Comparative Literature Department invites applications for candidates with approved Ph.D in the field of Modern Hebrew Literature to apply for a tenure-track position in Modern Hebrew Literature, level open, pending budgetary approval. Applicants must have received their PhD by October 1, 2012 . The position requires a full teaching load, graduate thesis supervision, and research activity. Language of instruction: Hebrew.
AOC is open though priority will be given to poetry.
A teaching experience and research in a leading academic institute after completion the Ph.D will be an asset.
Applications should include:
1. Letter of interest
2. CV
3. A two pages description of research activity and future plans.
4. Two writing samples.
5. in addition, please arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be submitted
directly to the address below
Review of applications will begin in October 1, 2012. The required material should be sent both in hard copy and email to: Ms. Michal Liebster, the secretary of the Hebrew and Comparative Literature, University of Haifa, Mount Carmel, Haifa, 31905, email: kol.kore.sifrut.ivrit@gmail.com.
The department, the faculty, and the university are not committed to accept any proposal.
Job ID: 12-HIST/RELS-01 Dept. of History & Religious Studies
Discipline:
Letters/Humanities
Appointment Type:
Tenure-Track
Time Base:
Full-Time
Date Posted:
October 19, 2011
Closing Date:
Open until filled
Job Announcement Link:
http://www.csuchico.edu/hfa/
Campus Employment Homepage:
http://www.csuchico.edu/jobs/
Description:
Assistant Professor Position
Department of History, Department of Religious Studies, International Studies Program, College of Humanities and Fine Arts
The Position: The College of Humanities and Fine Arts is searching for a tenure track assistant professor to start August, 2012. Position is contingent on funding. As a university that educates students of various ethnic and cultural backgrounds, we value a diverse faculty and staff. Chico welcomes applicants who are knowledgeable about and interested in working within a cross-cultural learning environment. We also welcome those who share a passion and commitment to the University’s Strategic Priorities-http://www.csuchico.edu/vpaa/wasc/StrategicPrior/
Minimum Qualifications: The minimum education requirement for appointment to this position is a Ph.D. in History, Religious Studies, Area Studies, or related areas. Candidates nearing completion of the doctorate may be considered; however, the doctorate must be complete prior to the end of the first semester (December, 2012). Also required are: broad preparation in History of the Middle East and Islam; evidence of or promise as an exceptional undergraduate teacher, especially in mid- to large size General Education lecture and discussion courses; evidence of or promise as an exceptional researcher/writer; and advanced reading knowledge of Arabic.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Oral and written proficiency in Arabic or advanced reading knowledge in another language relevant to the study of Islam, the Middle East, and/or the candidate’s specialization
• A commitment to service to the university and region through program development, advising student clubs or groups, involvement in study abroad, and participation in public forums
• A commitment to collegiality and participation in a collaborative faculty environment
• Demonstrated experience or promise in program-building
Responsibilities: This tenure-track position carries responsibilities in the areas of teaching, scholarship, and service. The new hire will regularly teach History of the Middle East, the Modern Middle East, and Islam. The candidate may also teach some of the following courses: Muhammad and the Qur`an; Islamic Civilization; World Religions and Global Issues; Judaism, Christianity, Islam; Jews, Muslims, and the West; The Arab-Israeli Conflict; and/or Ethical Issues and Religion. There will also be opportunities to create new courses, including an advanced course in the person’s area of strength and interest in the candidate’s home department. Teaching load is 12 units per semester, with a course reduction each semester during the first two years.
Teaching assignments are based upon qualifications of the individual and the needs of the department.
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience.
The Department:
The Department of History offers a B.A. with both a General History and a Social Science Credential option, with over 200 majors total. It also offers an M.A. degree, as well as a minor and a certificate in Public History. History faculty teach in programs in Asian Studies, Multicultural and Gender Studies, Women’s Studies, Latin American Studies, Middle Eastern Studies, European Studies, Classical Civilization, African Studies, Chicano/a Studies, and American Indian Studies.
The Department of Religious Studies enrolls approximately 60 majors and minors. The program is heavily involved in the general education program of the University. In addition, its faculty teach in programs in Humanities, Asian Studies, Multicultural and Gender Studies, Women’s Studies, Modern Jewish and Israel Studies, Classical Civilization, Middle Eastern Studies, and American Indian Studies.
International Studies at Chico State offers interdisciplinary degree programs in five major regions, with majors and minors in Asian and Latin American studies and minors in African Studies, Middle Eastern Studies, and European Studies. The curriculum draws from a variety of departments on campus, including anthropology, art history, foreign languages, geography, history, political science, and religious studies.
California State University, Chico, a fully accredited state-supported university, is part of the 23-member California State University System. The University is a residential campus servicing a multi-cultural student body of approximately 16,000 and is situated in a culturally diverse rural area in the Sacramento Valley of Northern California. Cultural and recreational activities abound locally, while Sacramento, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, Mt. Shasta, and Southern Oregon are all within easy reach.
For more information about the university, college, and departments, you may visit websites at www.csuchico.edu; http://www.csuchico.edu/hfa/; www.csuchico.edu/hist;http://www.csuchico.edu/rs; http://www.csuchico.edu/international-studies/.
Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on November 28, 2011 and continue until the position is filled.
How to Apply: All applicants must complete the Application for Academic Employment Form, which is available on-line at http://www.csuchico.edu/faaf/Forms/FacultyEmplApp.doc to be submitted with curriculum vitae or resume, complete set of transcripts, three letters of recommendation , undergraduate transcripts, a substantial writing sample, sample syllabi, a statement of teaching and educational philosophy, and teaching evaluations to:
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Saul and Sonia Schottenstein Chair
in Israel Studies
Ohio State University
The Melton Center for Jewish Studies at The Ohio State University invites applications for the Saul and Sonia Schottenstein Chair in Israel Studies.
Candidates may be of any rank; Assistant Professors will be eligible for the honorific title at the time of promotion and tenure. Candidates may be from any discipline within the College of Arts and Sciences, including (but not limited to): Comparative Studies, Economics, Film Studies, Gender Studies, Germanic Languages and Literatures, History, Near Eastern Languages and Cultures, Philosophy, Political Science, or the Sciences. The academic unit of appointment will be based on the candidate’s area of expertise.
The Chair appointee will teach and promote scholarship about the modern State of Israel, and must be able and willing to teach, as part of the regular teaching load, at least one undergraduate lecture course annually on an aspect of contemporary Israel. The Chair appointee is also expected to mentor students and provide them with information on internships related to Israel and the area of Israel Studies. The successful applicant will also serve as a community and university resource for Israel Studies.
Qualified applicants must possess native or near-native fluency in Hebrew and hold a Ph.D. or terminal degree in their field of expertise. Send letter of application, CV, and a sample of recent written work to Schottenstein Chair Search Committee, College of Arts and Sciences, 114 University Hall, 230 North Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2011 and continue until the position is filled.
The Ohio State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, Vietnam-era veterans, disabled veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Classical and Modern Jewish and Hebrew Literature
Harvard University
Harvard University seeks to make an appointment in Classical and Modern Jewish and Hebrew Literature. The successful applicant will be a scholar of Hebrew language and literature, who studies the subject comparatively and contextually (e.g. through the comparative study of other languages and literatures, through the application of various disciplinary approaches, etc.). Modern period expertise is preferred, and a solid grounding in classical Hebrew texts is strongly desired.
The rank of the appointment is open; junior scholars are especially encouraged to apply. A strong doctoral record is required.
Departmental affiliation to be determined. Teaching duties include four courses per year at the undergraduate and graduate levels; demonstrated excellence in teaching strongly desired.
Candidates should submit cover letter, CV, teaching statement, research statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and the names and contact information of three references by applying online at
Online Israel Studies Bulletin Board 