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THE * JEWISH * STUDIES * NEWSLETTER
positions & events in academic Jewish Studies
Published by H-Judaic: The Jewish Studies Network
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Issue 8.001p1   *   October 1998   *   Readership = 6200+
for additional information: http://h-net.msu.edu/~judaic
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Table of Contents:              <best read as a print-out>

*Positions
        - Hebrew Bible [UC Berkeley]
        - Jewish Studies and Modern Jewish Sociology (two positions)
          [Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies at the University of
          Judaism]
        - Christianisme des origines & femmes et religions/ Early
          Christianity & Women and Religion [Ottawa]
        - Judaism and/or Islam [Wilfred Laurier]
*Fellowships
        - 1998-99 Hazel D. Cole Fellowship in Jewish Studies [U. of
          Washington]
        - Visiting Fellowships in Jewish Studies [Yad Hanadiv/Beracha
          Visiting Fellowships]

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POSITIONS
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From: redmount@socrates.berkeley.edu
Subject: Position [T/T] in Hebrew Bible

Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Hebrew Bible, Department of Near
Eastern Studies, University of California at Berkeley, effective July 1,
1999.

Candidates must have a thorough philological grounding in the Hebrew Bible
as well as an informed awareness of its ancient Near Eastern contexts. 
They should be prepared to teach broad undergraduate courses dealing with
the Bible in translation, undergraduate courses on biblical texts in
Hebrew, and graduate seminars on a range of biblical topics working with
Hebrew. The appointee will be expected to take an active role in the Near
Eastern Studies Department, the Jewish Studies Program, and the Joint
(with the Graduate Theological Union) Doctoral Degree Program in Near
Eastern Religions. 

Preference will be given to candidates whose research evinces compelling
interdisciplinary interests--literary, historical, or cultural--beyond the
special technical concerns of biblical studies, as well as to candidates
with reading knowledge of rabbinic Hebrew and modern scholarly Hebrew.
Ph.D. required.

Letters of application, accompanied by a c.v. and a writing sample of not
more than 30 pages and including a list of references (or dossier for
Assistant Professors), should be sent by November 30, 1998, to Chair Anne
D. Kilmer, Department of Near Eastern Studies, 250 Barrows Hall,
University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-1940. The University of
California is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.
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From: Aryeh Cohen <aryeh@uj.edu>
Subject: Two Positions [T/T]

The Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies prepares candidates for the
Conservative rabbinate.  It is committed to the dual ideas of academic
excellence and the religious principles of Conservative Judaism.  Ziegler
School faculty members typically teach in the University of Judaism's
other graduate programs as well as in the University's undergraduate
College of Arts and Sciences. 

To apply for either position, send curriculum vitae, three letters of
reference, and selected examples of research by November 30, 1998 to the
address below.  We will be interviewing at the Association for Jewish
Studies.

Dr. Daniel Gordis
Dean, Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies
15600 Mulholland Drive
Bel Air, CA 90077

*Position 1:

The Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies at the University of Judaism
announces a search to fill a tenure-track position at the Assistant
Professor Level in Jewish Studies, with a specialization in one or more of
the following fields: Bible, Parshanut, Rabbinics, Midrash, Jewish Law,
Intellectual History or Philosophy.  In addition to the Ph.D. awarded by
August, 1999, candidates should have a demonstrated interest in teaching,
and a broad background which exceeds their disciplinary specialty.  The
position begins in Fall, 1999.

*Position 2:

The Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies at the University of Judaism
announces a search to fill a tenure-track position at the Assistant
Professor Level in Modern Jewish sociology.  The position begins in Fall,
1999.  In addition to a Ph. D. in a social science or related fields
awarded by August, 1999, candidates should have demonstrated excellence in
teaching and should have research interests in some field of Contemporary
Jewish life, especially the study of the American Jewish community.
Additional desirable qualifications include an interest in the
applications of research to contemporary Jewish life, demonstrated in both
publication and teaching.
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From: Michel Desjardins <mdesjard@mach1.wlu.ca>
Subject: Poste en sciences des religions/Position in Religious Studies

[Please forgive the loss of the diacriticals in the French -- L.D.T.]

Le Departement des etudes anciennes et de sciences des religions de
l'UNIVERSITE D'OTTAWA sollicite des candidatures pour un poste de
professeur au rang d'adjoint menant a la permanence, ouvert a partir du
1er juillet 1999. Champs de spcialisation: Christianisme des origines &
femmes et religions. Le candidat ou la candidate devra posseder un
doctorat pertinent aux champs de specialisation et un dossier de recherche
et de publications qui permette l'admission a l'Ecole des Etudes
superieures. L'Universite d'Ottawa est une universite bilingue et le
bilinguisme est une condition d'embauche. Affectations d'enseignement:
cours du premier, deuxieme et troisieme cycles, en francais et en anglais.
Le traitement et la charge de travail sont en conformite avec la
convention collective. L'Universite applique une politique d'equite en
matiere d'emploi et encourage fortement les femmes a presenter leur
candidature. Conformement aux exigences prescrites en matiere
d'immigration au Canada, cet avis de concours s'adresse aux citoyens
canadiens et aux residents permanents.  Priere d'adresser sa lettre de
candidature, son curriculum vitae et trois lettres de recommandation avant
le 15 novembre 1998 a : Monsieur Peter Beyer, directeur, Departement des
etudes anciennes et de sciences des religions, Universite d'Ottawa, 70,
avenue Laurier est, Ottawa (Ontario)  K1N 6N5

The Department of Classics and Religious Studies of the UNIVERSITY OF
OTTAWA announces the opening of a full-time, tenure-track position for an
assistant professor starting 1 July 1999. Fields of specialization: Early
Christianity & Women and Religion. Ph.D. relevant to the fields of
specialization required.  Experience and publication record should be such
as to qualify the candidate to supervise graduate research and to be a
member of the School of Graduate Studies. The University of Ottawa is a
bilingual institution and bilingualism is a condition for appointment. The
successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate
courses in both French and English. Salary is commensurate with
qualifications and experience, and consistent with the University's
Collective Agreement. The University of Ottawa is committed to an
employment equity program and strongly encourages applications from women.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements this advertisement is
directed to Canadian citizens and landed immigrants. Applications,
including a curriculum vitae and three letters of reference, should be
sent before November 15, 1998 to: Dr. Peter Beyer, Chair, Department of
Classics and Religious Studies, University of Ottawa, 70 Laurier Avenue
East, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6N5
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From: Steve Mason <smason@yorku.ca
Subject: Judaism and/or Islam

Wilfrid Laurier University -- The Department of Religion and Culture
invites applications for an appointment (subject to budgetary approval)
at the assistant professor rank, commencing July 1, 1999. Candidates
should have a specialization in Judaism and/or Islam, be qualified in the
academic study of religion, and be able to support the development of the
Department's graduate and undergraduate programs. Preference will be given
to persons conversant with the origins, historical developments, and the
contemporary manifestations of one or both of these traditions, and who
are able to contribute to the understanding of religious diversity.
Applicants need to show evidence or promise of teaching ability, and of
research and publication of sufficient quality to warrant appointment to
the Graduate Faculty. The candidate must have a completed PhD by the time
of appointment. Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum
vitae, and teaching dossier (e.g., course evaluations, course outlines).
Letters fully and candidly assessing the applicant should be sent directly
from three referees.  Applications should be sent to Dr. Kay Koppedrayer,
Chair, Department of Religion and Culture, Wilfrid Laurier University,
Waterloo, Ontario N2L 3C5; phone 519-884-0710, extension 3330. Information
about the Department can be found at the Religion and Culture website
(http://www.wlu.ca/~wwwrandc/index.shtml). The deadline for receipt of all
materials is December 31, 1998. In accordance with Canadian immigration
requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent
residents. However, permission has been granted to consider non-Canadian
candidates. Wilfrid Laurier University is committed to employment equity
and encourages applications from all qualified persons.

Steve Mason, Professor
Programmes in Classics and Religious Studies
219 Vanier College (Division of Humanities)
York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada  M3J 1P3
416-736-2100 x66987; FAX 416-736-5460; smason@yorku.ca
http://www.yorku.ca/faculty/academic/smason

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FELLOWSHIPS
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From: Loryn Paxton <lpaxton@u.washington.edu>
Subject: 1998-99 Hazel D. Cole Fellowship in Jewish Studies

The Jewish Studies Program at the University of Washington is welcoming
applications for the Hazel D. Cole Fellowship in Jewish Studies for the
academic year 1999-2000.  The Fellowship may be used for either doctoral
or post-doctoral research in Jewish history, religious studies, Hebrew
literature, or contemporary Jewish studies.  Candidates must agree to be
in residence at the University of Washington for the tenure of their
fellowship.  The Hazel D. Cole Fellow will receive a stipend of  $18,000
for the academic year.  The Cole Fellow will take part in the ongoing
Jewish Studies Colloquium, and be invited to offer an undergraduate
seminar in his/her field.

Applicants from all American and foreign universities and disciplines are
welcome.  Applications should consist of:

(1) A current curriculum vitae.

(2) A description (not exceeding five pages) of the proposed research
proposal.

(3) Three letters of recommendation.

All applications (including letters of recommendation) must be received no
later than December 16, 1998.

Application materials and letters of recommendation may be faxed (206)
685-0668, sent via e-mail (lpaxton @u.washington.edu) or surface mailed.
Address applications to: Search Committee, Cole Fellowship, JSIS,
University of Washington, Box 353650, Seattle, WA  98195-3650.
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From: "Jay C. Treat" <treat@ccat.sas.upenn.edu>
Subject: Visiting Fellowships in Jewish Studies

[Isaiah Gafni sends the following fellowship announcement]

Yad Hanadiv and the Beracha Foundation are offering visiting fellowships
in Jewish Studies for the academic year 1999-2000. Fellowships will be
awarded to teachers of Judaic studies who hold non-tenured university
positions, or who will have received tenure after September 1998. The
Fellows will spend the academic year in Israel, working on their own
research but also meeting regularly with a senior scholar in their field.
Fellows are required to confirm that upon completion of the fellowship
they will resume teaching Jewish studies at a university abroad.

The fellowships for 1999-2000 will be in the amount of $20,000., with an
additional allowance of $2,000. for spouse and $2,000. for each child.

Applications must be received by December 31st 1998. Information and
application form may be obtained by writing to:

Yad Hanadiv/Beracha Visiting Fellowships
16 Ibn Gvirol St.
Jerusalem 92430
Israel

Fax. # 972-2-5610028
or by e-mail: msgafni@mscc.huji.ac.il
---

Jay C. Treat
440 Williams Hall                   voice:  (215) 898-9892
The University of Pennsylvania      email:  treat@ccat.sas.upenn.edu
Philadelphia PA  19104-6305         www:
http://ccat.sas.upenn.edu/jtreat/

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