From ajhyman@oise.utoronto.ca Mon Dec 2 22:35:54 1996 Date: Tue, 15 Oct 1996 21:11:03 -0400 (EDT) From: J S Online Reply-To: Jewish Studies Newsletter To: Jewish Studies Newsletter Subject: Jewish Studies Newsletter: Positions, Fellowships, and related 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 5.004p3 * Oct 1996 * Readership = 6200+ ____________________________________________________________ Table of Contents: Positions, Fellowships, and related: - Hebrew - Ohio State - Biblical, Second Temple or Rabbinic - Nebraska-Lincoln - 8 Fellowships & Visiting Scholars Program - Oxford - Assistant Archivist - Leo Baeck - Cataloging position - Columbia - migration fellowships - Australian National - career advancement - The History News Service - Director; Bible as Literature - Purdue - M.E./Israel Poli-Sci - Utah - Religion & Biblical Literature - Smith College - Classical/Bible - Boston College - Religious Studies - Meredith College - Judaic Studies - Haverford College - Middle East History - Wake Forest - Biblical Studies - Wake Forest - Middle East/Africa - Colorado School of Mines ------------------------------------------------------------ From: Michael D Swartz Subject: Hebrew - Ohio State ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR The Department of Near Eastern, Judaic, and Hellenic Languages and Literatures (which is in the process of being renamed) of The Ohio State University is seeking applications for a tenure-track position in Modern Hebrew literature at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, to begin September 1997. Teaching competence and evidence of high scholarly potential must be demonstrated. The candidate must be able to teach courses in Modern Hebrew literature. Ability to teach courses in other periods of Hebrew literature as well as Hebrew language and Culture of Contemporary Israel is desirable. Salary range is competitive and commensurate with rank, experience, and academic record. Ph.D. is required for appointment. Application letter, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference should be submitted to: Hebrew Search Committee Chair Dept. of Near Eastern, Judaic, and Hellenic Languages and Literatures The Ohio State University 203 Botany and Zoology Building 1735 Neil Avenue Columbus, OH 43210-1293 Review of applications will begin on December 13, 1996 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. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: "Alan E. Steinweis" Subject: Biblical, Second Temple or Rabbinic - Nebraska-Lincoln Classics/Judaic Studies/Religious Studies The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks a specialist in Biblical, Second Temple/Hellenistic, or Rabbinic Judaism. Appointee will chair a six-member Department of Classics, and participate in interdisciplinary programs in Judaic Studies and Religious Studies. Preference is for an established scholar possessing close familiarity with the basic religious texts of Judaism, and competence in Hebrew and affiliated biblical/ post-biblical languages. Knowledge of Greek or Latin language and literature also desirable. Teaching responsibilities might include Intro to Religion, courses in Judaism, and biblical Hebrew. Appointment will be made at Associate or Full Professor rank. Send letter of interest, CV, and names and addresses of five references to Professor John D. Turner, Search Committee, Department of Classics, 238 Andrews Hall, University of Nebra ska-Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska, 68588-0337. Nominations also encouraged. Review of applications and nominations will begin October 15th and will continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews for applicants will be conducted as possible at the annual meetings of the AAR/SBL, AJS, and Amer. Philological Association. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to a pluralistic campus community through Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity and is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. We assure reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act; contact John D. Turner at (402) 472-7008, jturner@unlinfo.unl.edu, for assistance. For further information about the Judaic Studies program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, please phone the Director, Prof. Alan E. Steinweis, at (402) 472-9561, or send e-mail to judaic@unlinfo.unl.edu ------------------------------------------------------------ From: Alun Ward Subject: 8 Fellowships & Visiting Scholars Program - Oxford OXFORD CENTRE FOR HEBREW AND JEWISH STUDIES THE FELLOWSHIPS Skirball Visiting Fellowships for American Scholars Intended primarily for senior scholars. Applicants must either hold U.S. citizenship or be permanent residents in the United States. Projects relating to the following areas of research will be considered: Jewish-Christian relations in the modern period; Jewish history in the English-speaking world; Jewish-Muslim relations in the modern period; modern Hebrew literature. Period of tenure: five months. Skirball Visiting Fellowships for Eastern European Scholars Applicants must be resident in an Eastern European country. Any area of research within the field of Jewish Studies will be considered. Period of tenure: three months. Skirball Visiting Fellowships for the Study of Jewish-Muslim Relations Applicants may be from any country. Research projects may be in any area of Jewish-Muslim Relations in the medieval or modern periods. Period of tenure: five months. Jerusalem Trust Visiting Fellowships for the Study of Jewish-Christian Relations Applicants may be from any country. Research projects may be in any area of Jewish-Christian Relations in the ancient, medieval, or modern periods. Period of tenure: five months. Koerner Visiting Fellowships for the Study of the Holocaust Applicants may be from any country. Research topics may relate to any aspect of the Holocaust. Period of tenure: five months. David Patterson Visiting Fellowship in Jewish Law Applicants may be from any country. Research projects may be in any area of Jewish law and its academic study. Period of tenure: five months. Visiting Fellowships for Hebrew Writers Applicants must be recognised Hebrew writers who have published fiction, poetry or drama. Period of tenure: three or five months. COROB FELLOWSHIP IN YIDDISH STUDIES FROM OCTOBER 1997 This appointment may be made in any area of Yiddish Studies but suitable candidates must have an excellent command of the Yiddish language and a thorough grounding in Yiddish literature and culture. Applications, including three copies of curriculum vitae, should be submitted by 15 November 1996. APPLICATION PROCEDURES The Centre will consider in December 1996 applications for the academic year 1997-98. Applications, including a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and a short statement of research plans for the period of the Fellowship, should be sent to: Joan Sinclair, Fellowships & Visitors Co-ordinator Oxford Centre for Hebrew & Jewish Studies Yarnton Manor, Oxford, OX5 1PY ENGLAND Tel: +44 (0)1865 370830 Fax: +44 (0)01865 370830 E-mail: jbs@sable.ox.ac.uk Applicants should also arrange for two academic references to be sent directly to the same address. All papers must reach the Centre by 1 December 1996, unless otherwise indicated. Please note that late or incomplete applications cannot be considered and that responsibility for ensuring that references are sent rests with the applicant. THE VISITING SCHOLARS PROGRAMME The Centre welcomes applications from scholars in any field of Jewish Studies. Visiting Scholars receive no stipend from the Centre. Visiting scholarships are not normally designed for persons pursuing academic degrees. Visiting Scholars are offered accommodation to rent on the estate whenever it is available, but accommodation is limited and applicants for Visiting Scholar status should not rely on its availability. Visiting Scholars are encouraged to attend and participate in the academic activities of the Centre. All such activities are conducted in English and a good command of the English language is required. Visiting Scholars will normally be asked to present at least one paper about their research during their stay at the Centre. APPLICATION PROCEDURES Applications, including a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and a short statement of research should be sent to: Joan Sinclair, Fellowships & Visitors Co-ordinator Oxford Centre for Hebrew & Jewish Studies Yarnton Manor, Oxford, OX5 1PY ENGLAND Tel: +44 (0)1865 370830 Fax: +44 (0)01865 370830 E-mail: jbs@sable.ox.ac.uk Applicants should also arrange for two academic references to be sent directly to the same address. Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered and that responsibility for ensuring that references are sent rests with the applicant. Although the Oxford Centre does not have any direct financial assistance to offer, association with the Centre may be helpful when applying for funds from grant-giving bodies. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: frank@lbi.com (Frank Mecklenburg) Via: "The AJL Discussion Forum" Subject: Assistant Archivist - Leo Baeck Leo Baeck Institute, New York The Leo Baeck Institute is a research library dedicated to the history of German-speaking Jews. Founded in 1955, it is the foremost repository for personal and institutional papers, documents, memoirs and photos. Archival materials include documents from the 17th century to the present, comprising appr. 2,000 linear feet. The LBI is looking for a full-time assistant archivist to work in the daily operations, acquisition, accessioning, on-line cataloging, preservation, reader service and supervision of para-professionals and volunteers. We are looking for a beginning historian and/or archivist familiar with the history of Central Europe and Jewish history. Reading knowledge of German is necessary, Hebrew a plus. We offer a salary between $ 20,000 and $ 25,000 dependent upon experience, Oxford health plan and many Jewish holidays. Send application including three letters of reference to Dr. Frank Mecklenburg, Leo Baeck Institute 129 East 73rd Street, New York, N.Y. 10021 ------------------------------------------------------------ From: Frank Unlandherm Via: "The AJL Discussion Forum" Subject: Cataloging position - Columbia Columbia has reopened it search for and Arabic (and Hebrew) cataloger. Columbia University Libraries Catalog Librarian for Middle East Languages Original and Special Materials Cataloging The Columbia University Libraries seek a catalog librarian with a strong background in Arabic. Reporting to the Head of Original and Special Materials Cataloging, the incumbent will provide full (or other appropriate level) original cataloging for Arabic materials in a variety of print and non-print formats in all subject areas. This position has responsibility for monitoring the Mid-East cataloging workflow and managing the Mid-East working backlog. It also includes assigning, training and revising one support staff member involved in copy cataloging for Arabic monographs; providing back-up and assistance to other catalog librarians as needed; and keeping abreast of methods, guidelines, and approaches for the bibliographic control of library materials. Catalogers contribute to planning, policy and procedure development. The OSMC Department (14.5 professionals and 13 support staff) provides cataloging for all serials, non-bookformats and electronic resources, and specialized materials such as rare books, Middle East languages, art and architecture, as well as original cataloging for all subjects and formats. Requirements are: accredited MLS or graduate degree in Middle East Studies or a related field; working knowledge of Arabic; working knowledge of standard bibliographic and other reference tools relating to Middle East studies; good oral and verbal communication skills; good organization skills; and an aptitude for complex, analytical and detailed work. Desirable qualifications are: previous cataloging experience at a professional level; working knowledge of cataloging principles and procedures including AACR2R, Library of Congress Rule Interpretations, LC Subject Headings and Classification, MARC tagging, and bibliographic utilities including RLIN and OCLC; experience in procedure development and writing documentation; and previous supervisory experience. Preference will be given to candidates with strong working knowledge of Hebrew, Persian or Turkish. Salary minima are: Librarian I: $33,500; Librarian II: $35,500; Librarian III: $38,500. Excellent benefits include assistance with University housing and tuition exemption for self and family. Send cover letter, resume, and names, addresses and phone numbers of three references, to: Jane Hunt, Human Resources Office, Columbia University, 535 West 114th Street, New York, NY 10027. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Refer to "Middle East Catalog Librarian" in cover letter. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: adminstration.hrc@anu.edu.au Via: H-NET List on Ethnic History Subject: migration fellowships - Australian National THE AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY The Centre Administrator, Humanities Research Centre Canberra ACT 0200, Australia Tel: (06) 249-2700, FAX: (06) 248-0054, E-mail: adminstration.hrc@anu.edu.au DEADLINES: Oct. 31 A21-171 Visiting Fellowships 1998 Applications are invited for visiting Fellowships in the Humanities Research Centre in 1998. Each year the Centre concentrates upon a special theme. In 1998 the theme will be "Home and Away: Journeys, Migrations, Diasporas." The Centre intends to organize four conferences around this theme. Applications from scholars working in any area of the humanities are welcomed, as a proportion of each year's fellowships is reserved for those without special interest in the year's theme. The majority of fellowships, however, will be awarded to those whose work is relevant to the annual theme and its conferences. Fellows are expected to work at the Centre, but are encouraged also to visit other Australian universities. Grants usually include a travel component and a weekly living allowance. Prospective applicants must obtain further particulars and application forms from the Centre at the above address. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: H-Net Central Subject: career advancement - The History News Service The AHA has created "The History News Service" designed to develop linkages between historians and the popular press. Newspapers want op-ed articles that reveal how an historical knowledge of a current issue deepens a reader's understanding or provides a new perspective rather than provide mere historical background. We need historians to generate ideas for op-ed pieces, contact potential writers and help edit submissions. We have a web site: http://www.fas.harvard.edu/~jhurley/ahamedia.html If you'd like to be involved contact Joyce Appleby at or call her at 310-470-8946. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: "Joseph Haberer" Subject: Director; Bible as Literature - Purdue PURDUE UNIVERSITY DIRECTOR OF THE JEWISH STUDIES PROGRAM / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF BIBLE AS LITERATURE. A shared appointment between the Department of English (teaching two courses per year) and the Jewish Studies Program (development, administration, and Introductory course supervision). Scholarship in Bible as literature, teaching experience, knowledge of Hebrew and familiarity with classic Jewish texts, interest in and enthusiasm for program development and administration. Contact Gordon D. Young, Interim Director, Jewish Studies Program, 2263 LAEB, Purdue University, West Lafayette, In 47907. E-mail: gyoung@sla.purdue.edu ------------------------------------------------------------ From: larry.loeb@anthro.utah.edu (Laurence D. Loeb) Subject: M.E./Israel Poli-Sci - Utah The Political Science Department of the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor in Comparative Politics with specialization in the Middle East. The position is jointly funded by the Department of Political Science and the Middle East Center. Appointment may take effect as early as January 1997. The successful candidate must have completed the Ph.D. prior to appointment. The University of Utah is an AA/EO employer and encourages applications from women and minorities, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. This position is authorized but subject to the availability of funding. Applications should be received by October 31, 1996, although they will be considered until the position is filled. Please submit a curriculum vitae, transcripts, samples of scholarly writing, and the names and addresses of three references who may be solicited to write letters of recommendation on your behalf to: Comparative Politics - Middle East Search, Political Science Department 252 Orson Spencer Hall, University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT 84112. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: The Chronicle of Higher Education Subject: Religion & Biblical Literature - Smith College Smith College DEPARTMENT OF RELIGION AND BIBLICAL LITERATURE The Smith College Department of Religion and Biblical Literature invites nominations and applications for a tenure-track, three-year initial appointment in the field of Hebrew Bible. The appointment is to be made at the entry level of Assistant Professor, to become effective in the fall semester of 1997. Candidates must possess the Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate courses in the critical study of the Hebrew Bible within the context of ancient near eastern history, culture and literature. Additional competence in archaeology, the history of biblical interpretation and methods (including, for example, such areas as canon formation, gender analysis, the role of texts in ritual and communal life), biblical Hebrew language instruction, and intertestamental literature is encouraged. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in at least one of the Department's more general introductory courses to the study of religion. Candidates should be committed to teaching college undergraduates and to excellence in scholarship. The complete applications, including cv, graduate transcript, and three letters of reference should be sent to Mrs. Donna Gunn, Department of Religion, Smith College, Box 500, Northampton, MA 01063. To be assured of consideration, complete dossiers should be received by November 1, 1996. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: The Chronicle of Higher Education Subject: Classical/Bible - Boston College CLASSICAL STUDIES - Assistant Professor. The normal teaching load is three courses each semester. The candidate should have Ph.D. in hand by summer 1997 and be prepared to teach both Latin and Greek from elementary languages up to the M.A. level. Expected to teach courses in translation including sections of the freshman honors great books seminar, Western Cultural Tradition, which covers Greece, Rome, the Bible, and the Middle Ages in one year at six credits per semester. Preference given to Latinists interested in social and cultural backgrounds of Roman Literature and who show promise in creating innovative courses in Classical Civilization. Previous experience in great books education is a desideratum. Deadline: December 1, 1996. Contact: David Gill, S.J., Chair (No fax or e-mail, please) Send letters of interest, curriculum vitae, supporting materials and three letters of reference to the person and department/School indicated at Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA 02167. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: The Chronicle of Higher Education Subbject: Religious Studies - Meredith College Religion/Philosophy: Meredith College, a women's college, invites applications for two appointments in the Department of Religion and Philosophy for Fall 1997: (1) World Religions and (2) Contemporary Religious Ethics - plus Introduction to Biblical Literature and History. Experience in and enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching. Ph.D. Meredith encourages applications from women and ethnic minority candidates and is an E.O.E. Applications should include a philosophy of education, a curriculum vitae, and two letters of recommendation. Send to Professor Julia O'Brien, Chair, Department of Religion and Philosophy, Meredith College, 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607. Deadline for applications: October 15, 1996. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: The Chronicle of Higher Education Subject: Judaic Studies - Haverford College HAVERFORD COLLEGE Haverford, PA 19041 Religion: Scholar of Judaic Studies with broad training in the academic study of Judaism and a committed program of scholarly research in one or more areas of specialization within the field. Letter of application, C.V., dossier including transcripts and three letters of recommendation by Dec. 2 to: Annette Barone, Secretary, Religion Search Committee. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: The Chronicle of Higher Education Subject: Middle East History - Wake Forest and: Biblical Studies - Wake Forest WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY Winston-Salem, NC 27109 HISTORY: Middle East. Tenure-track, Asst Prof position to begin August, 1997. Teaching responsibilities include year-long surveys of Middle Eastern or Islamic history, upper-division courses in these fields, and either world or Western civilization. Teaching experience and publication desirable. Ph.D. required by June, 1997. Send letter of application, CV, and dossier including 3 letters of reference and transcript to Alan Williams, Chair, Search Committee, Dept. of History, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC 27109, by December 1, 1996. RELIGION: Tenure-track Asst Prof, Biblical Studies, Beginning in Fall 1997. Duties to include introductory Biblical studies courses along with some advanced courses and graduate instruction on the MA level. Candidates should have research specialization and/or teaching competency in several of the following areas: New Testament literature, early Christian origins, Intertestamental literature, the Apostolic Fathers, the Greek patristic tradition, Biblical theology, and early Christian and Rabbinic exegesis. Some teaching experience is expected, Ph.D. required by Sept. 1, 1997. Send letter of application, CV, 3 letters of reference and transcripts to Dr. Kenneth Hoglund, Chair, Search Committee, Dept. of Religion, Wake Forest University, Box 7545, Winston-Salem, NC 27109, by November 20, 1996; phone 910-759-5120; fax 910-759-4700. ------------------------------------------------------------ From: The Chronicle of Higher Education Subject: Middle East/Africa - Colorado School ofMines COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINES Department of Liberal Arts & Sciences ASSISTANT PROFESSOR MIDDLE EAST/AFRICA The Liberal Arts and International Studies Division of the Colorado School of Mines is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor with an area speciality in the Middle East and/or Africa and degree in human geography or related field. Interests and expertise should be in the area of human-environment interactions. Emphasis on Islam and/or minerals and energy resources is desirable. CSM is a leading institution for education and research in engineering and applied science related to minerals, energy, materials and environment. Applicants should have particular interest in teaching students of engineering and applied science, and in conducting research related to CSM's mission. The appointee will participate in CSM's International Political Economy Program and a campus-wide curriculum revision, including developing a new three-course sequence on natural, engineering, and human systems. Earned Ph.D. in human geography or related social science field is required. Undergraduate teaching experience and promise as a researcher are desirable. Competence in a foreign language appropriate to specialization is required. Send application letters, curriculum vitae, and names of three references to: Human Resources Department, Search #96-171210 1500 Illinois Street, Golden, CO 80401 FAX: 303-273-3278 For first consideration, applications must be received on or before December 31, 1996. Colorado School of Mines must comply with the Immigration and Control Act of 1986. If hired, you will be required to provide documents to show your identity and authorization to work in the United States. 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