From ajhyman@oise.on.ca Mon Dec 2 22:29:59 1996 Date: Mon, 8 Jan 1996 22:28:53 -0500 (EST) From: JSJeJ To: Academically-based Jewish Studies Subject: NEWSLETTER (Jewish Studies Jobs, Fellowships, etc.) JEWISH * STUDIES * J U D A I C A * e J O U R N A L * research & current events in academic Jewish Studies * ____________________________________________________________ Issue 4.005p1 * January 1996 * Readership = 6200+ ____________________________________________________________ Table of Contents: Jobs, Fellowships, etc. -Judaic Studies, Florida Atlantic University -Headmaster and Head of Judaic Studies, Winnipeg -Frankel Fellowships, Michigan -YIVO Fellowships -Jewish studies chair, Waterloo -Jewish Educators Required, Adelaide -Dir Library & Chair Jewish History, SOUTHAMPTON -Finkelstein Scholars-Judaica, U OF JUDAISM -Religious Studies/Ethics, INDIANA -Modern Religious Thought, SOUTHWEST MISSOURI ------------------------------------------------------------ From: Avi Hyman Subject: Admin Note The editorial team responsible for the production of this newsletter, and for running the discussion group, H-Judaic@msu.edu, has recently adopted the collective name: Jewish Studies On-Line This newsletter (JSJeJ) is a publication of the Shamash Project (http://shamash.org), while H-Judaic is a full member of the H-Net Consortium of Humanities Lists (http://hnet.msu.edu). Subscription to this newsletter is free to any member of the H-Judaic group. The adoption of the name 'Jewish Studies On-Line' serves only to streamline the activities of the editorial board and does not affect the daily running of H-Judaic or the newsletter. The current members of Jewish Studies On-Line are: Henry Abramson, Josh Backon, Lewis Barth, Judith Baskin, Herb Basser, Bernard Cooperman, Nathan Ehrlich, Mark Flumerfelt, Penny Schine Gold, Avrum Goodblat, Joseph Haberer, Guy Haskell, Avi Hyman, Howard Joseph, Yitzchak Kerem, Richard Menkis, Jim Mott, Jonathan Sarna, Leslie Train, Tzvee Zahavy, Belarie Zatzman Jewish Studies On-Line welcomes any comments about its administration of either H-Judaic or this newsletter: h-judaic@msu.edu or JewStudies@shamsh.org ------------------------------------------------------------ From: SARNA@BINAH.CC.BRANDEIS.EDU Subject: Judaic Studies - Florida Atlantic University The new Judaic Studies Program at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position commencing August 1996. Required: Ph.D., strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and to scholarship. Specialization open; prefer Hebrew Literature, Jewish History, or Jewish Philosophy and Thought. Must be able to teach Judaic Studies courses in other areas than his/her primary specialization. Send application and supporting material by January 31 to Acting Director, Judaic Studies Program, Florida Atlantic University, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton, Florida 33431-0991. Florida Atlantic is an EEO/AA Access Employer. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: hasinoff@MINET.GOV.MB.CA (Shelley Hasinoff) Subject: Search for Headmaster and Head of Judaic Studies The Winnipeg Board of Jewish Education is responsible for a growing Jewish day school system of about 850 students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. In September 1997, our schools will be relocating to "the campus", a state of the art facility currently under construction. As a result of this move we are seeking to fill two new positions effective July 1, 1996. HEADMASTER The Headmaster is expected to be the lead professional for our dynamic school system, responsible for overall administration and general studies curriculum as well as staff development and support. The successful candidate will have appropriate academic qualifications, exceptional interpersonal skills, as well as demonstrated administrative skills and other relevant professional expertise. HEAD OF JUDAIC STUDIES The Head of Judaic Studies will be responsible for all aspects of our Judaic Studies program including curriculum revision and implementation as well as staff resources and support. The successful candidate will have an advanced degree in Judaic Studies and/or Rabbinic ordination as well as relevant or equivalent experience. In both competitions, salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. Applications may be sent to: WBJE Search Committee, 200-370 Hargrave Street Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada R3B 2K1 Attention: Abby F. Morris Telephone (204) 949 1482 * FAX(204) 956 0609 * acarmel@mbnet.mb.ca ------------------------------------------------------------ From: Armand Lauffer Subject: Frankel Fellowships FRANKEL FELLOWSHIPS IN JEWISH COMMUNAL SERVICE AND JUDAIC STUDIES AVAILABLE Frankel Fellowships are available, beginning in 1996, for students interested in graduate level studies in Jewish communal service and Judaic studies at the University of Michigan. The program is coordinated by Project STaR (e-mail address Project.STaR@Umich.edu). Most students earn an MSW degree and graduate certificate in Judaic studies. Students may also enroll in other professional schools and in doctoral studies. Students intern in local and national Jewish agencies and in Israel and other overseas settings. Armand Lauffer, Prof., Social Work; Director of Project STaR University of Michigan e-mail: alauffer@umich.edu phone: (313) 763 6583 fax: (313) 936 1961 ------------------------------------------------------------ From: WMXE31A@prodigy.com (DR ALLAN L NADLER) Subject: YIVO Fellowships The YIVO Institute for Jewish Research announces the following fellowships for the 1996-97 academic year 1) VIVIAN LEFSKY HORT FELLOWSHIP: For original research in the field of Yiddish Literature. The fellowship, which carries a stipend of $1,500, is for a period of one to three months during Spring 1996 to conduct research at YIVO's Library and Archives. The recipient is expected to deliver a lecture based on the research and submit a paper for possible publication in the YIVO Annual or YIVO-bleter. 2) ROSE AND ISIDORE DRENCH FELLOWSHIP: For scholars working on some aspect of the Jewish Labor Movement. The fellowship is for a period of one to three months, and carries a stipend of $2,000. The recipient will conduct research at YIVO's Library and Archives, and is expected to present a public paper at YIVO based on the research,and submit a transcript of the paper for possible publication in the YIVO Annual. 3) NATALIE & MENDEL RACOLIN FELLOWSHIP: In the field of East European Jewish History. The fellowship, which carries a stipend of $1,500, is for a period of one to three months during Spring 1996 to conduct research at YIVO's Library and Archives. The recipient is expected to deliver a lecture based on the research and submit a paper for possible publication in the YIVO Annual or YIVO-bleter. 4) PROF. BERNARD CHOSEED MEMORIAL FELLOWSHIP:For original research in the field of East European Jewish Studies. The fellowship, which carries a stipend of $5,000, is for a period of one to three months during Spring 1996 to conduct research at YIVO's Library and Archives. The recipient is expected to lead a minimum of two faculty seminars, deliver a lecture based on the research and submit a paper for possible publication in the YIVO Annual or YIVO- bleter. Applicants for any of these awards should send (of fax) a resume, two letters of support, and a research proposal of no more than three pages to Dr. Allan Nadler Director of Research YIVO Institute for Jewish Research ------------------------------------------------------------ From: John Morris (jmorris@nh3adm.uwaterloo.ca) Subject: Jewish studies chair launched at UW WATERLOO, Ont. -- The University of Waterloo has started a Jewish Studies program that is intended to provide an understanding of its history, culture, civilization and religion. It is hoped the chairholder position will be filled within a year or so once the needed $2 million, which would include research funds, is raised, said Prof. Paul Socken, chairman of the Dean's Advisory Committee on Jewish Studies, and chairman of French Studies at UW. About $500,000 has been pledged to date. The person chosen to chair the program would teach and expand the content options as well as arrange seminars and conferences. UW's program will be different from others in that it will be primarily for non-Jewish students and there are plans to offer it as a distance-education course. It will focus on the impact of Judaism on world history and religion and the relationship between Jewish culture and Western civilization, Socken said. UW's program will be part of a religious studies and humanities option and offer students enriching insights into understanding the relationship between Jewish culture and disciplines such as history, philosophy, art and literature. Contact: Paul Socken, (519) 888-4567, ext. 2426 ------------------------------------------------------------ From: Ronnie Figdor Subject: Jewish Educators Required The following positions have become available in Adelaide, South Australia and are being advertised jointly by Massada College, the Adelaide Hebrew Congregation and the State Zionist Council. Massada College: 0.5 Director of Jewish Studies 0.25 Hebrew and Jewish Studies teacher 5 y.o.-8 y.o. 0.25 Hebrew and Jewish Studies teacher 13 y.o. - 18 y.o. AHC 0.25 Ba'al Tefillah must have pleasant voice and know Orthodox nusach 0.25 Hebrew/Jewish Studies teacher with youth not attending the school SZC 0.5 Communal worker/shaliach responsible for aliyah, and Israel programmes, assisting with Habonim Dror youth movement and possibly with University students. Solid knowledge of Hebrew and Israel essential. The above positions may be filled by a couple and can between them divide up the components save that the Ba'al tefillah must be orthodox male. Rabbi Ronnie FIGDOR, | Ph. 61-8-3382800 Massada College Adel | Fax 61-8-3382455 PO Box 112, Glenside | Email South Australia 5065 | or Web pages http://www.wej.com.au/schools/massada OR http://www.netadvantage.com.au/mc/mc_index.htm ------------------------------------------------------------ From: The Chronicle of Higher Education Subject: Dir Library & Chair Jewish History, SOUTHAMPTON, England University of Southampton Director of the Wiener Library and Parkes-Wiener Chair of 20th- Century European Jewish History and Culture Applications are invited for the Directorship of the Wiener Library (London) to be held in conjunction with a newly established Chair in Twentieth- Century European Jewish History and Culture at the University of Southampton. The appointee must be a scholar of international reputation researching and publishing within the areas covered by the Wiener Library which specializes in the Third Reich, particularly in the history and fate of European Jewry in the Nazi era and, more generally, in the history of European Jewry, antisemitizm and right wing extremist in the twentieth century. The appointee will also serve on the Steering Committee of the Centre for the Study of Jewish/non-Jewish relations at the Parkes Library within the University of Southampton. The position will be established for an initial period of five years but, subject to agreement between the University and the Wiener Library, renewal will be considered for further periods after appropriate review. The starting date will be 1 September 1996, or as soon as possible thereafter. Further particulars may be obtained from the Director of Personnel Services, University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom, telephone +44 (O) 1703 593353, to whom applications (10 copies of a full curriculum vitae from UK applicants, one from overseas), should be sent together with the names and address of three referees by 16 February 1996. Please quote reference number P/210. Working for equal opportunities ------------------------------------------------------------ From: The Chronicle of Higher Education Subject: Finkelstein Scholars-Judaica, U OF JUDAISM, CA Jewish Studies: Finkelstein Scholars Program for Research in Judaica. The University of Judaism announces a program for scholars working on doctoral dissertations or engaged in post-doctoral research who wish to spend a year completing or advancing their work at the University as a Finkelstein Fellow. With the exception of occasional meetings with other Fellows and faculty members, they will be free to attend seminars and classes or pursue their own studies in keeping with their interests. The Finkelstein Fellowship carries a stipend of $10,000, in addition to room and board in the University's residence halls. (Housing includes accommodation for spouses.) Applicants are requested to send their curriculum vitae and a description of their intended research project. These should be accompanied by three letters of recommendation from faculty members as well as copies of two significant publications or papers the candidate has written. All materials must be received no later than April 1, 1996. The Committee decision will be announced on April 25, 1996. Inquiries and applications should be addressed to: Dr. Aryeh Cohen, University of Judaism, 15600 Mulholland Drive, Los Angeles, California 90077-1599. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: The Chronicle of Higher Education Subject: Religious Studies/Ethics, INDIANA UNIVERSITY, IN Religious Studies/Ethics: Indiana University, Department of Religious Studies, invites applications for a junior, tenure-track position in the area of Religious Ethics, beginning August, 1996. Ph.D. required, or all requirements for Ph.D. completed by October 1, 1996. Responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester at the graduate and/or undergraduate levels, and maintaining an active research profile. Desirable areas of specialization may include work in non-Christian ethical literatures; comparative religious ethics; medical ethics; environmental ethics; or religion and law. Candidates should have a background in philosophy or the social scientific study of religion. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, dossier with at least three letters of recommendation, two sample syllabi (if possible), and a writing sample (15-30 pages, double-spaced maximum) to David H. Smith, Chair, Religious Ethics Search Committee, Department of Religious Studies, Sycamore Hall 230, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana 47405. Deadline for applications is February 5, 1996. EOE/AA. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: The Chronicle of Higher Education Subject: Modern Religious Thought, SOUTHWEST MISSOURI STATE, MO Religion: Tenure-track Assistant Professor, Studies in Modern Religious Thought to begin August 19, 1996. Student-oriented teacher with proven record of teaching excellence in a beginning course on Religion and Human Culture required. Ph.D., demonstrated research, publications preferred. Send letter of application, vitae, original transcripts, teaching portfolio, and three letters of recommendation by February 5, 1996, to Dr. Kathy Pulley, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Religious Studies, College of Humanities and Public Affairs, Southwest Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri 65804. 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