Virginia Commonwealth University
Asst./Assoc. Professor, Judaic Studies
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Virginia, United States |
Position: | Associate Professor |
Assistant/Associate Professor, Judaic Studies
Assistant/Associate Professor (Religious Studies Program, School of World Studies, Non Tenure-Eligible)
The Religious Studies Program in the VCU School of World Studies invites applications for a three-year visiting-professorship, at the assistant or associate level, in Judaic Studies. The successful candidate will continue existing initiatives and develop new initiatives supported by the Harry Lyons Fund for Judaic Studies at VCU. Existing initiatives include public events, overseeing the Menorah Review, teaching courses on Judaism and Jewish culture, and building relations with Jewish communities in Richmond. New initiatives might include the development of a study abroad program, community engagement courses, and collaborations with local institutes to develop programming that supports the study of and education about Jewish culture.
Required qualification: Ph.D. in Judaic Studies or related field. Preferred qualifications: candidates with administrative experience and teaching and research interests in social justice and/or religion and the arts. Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment, along with a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU, is required.
Applications must be submitted electronically at https://www.vcujobs.com/postings/48165.
Candidates will need to upload the following: 1. a cover letter; 2. a curriculum vitae; and 3. contact information for three professional references. Completed applications must be submitted by January 15, 2016 in order to be considered for this position.
For additional information, please visit http://worldstudies.vcu.edu, or direct questions to Dr. Angelina Overvold, search committee chair, at aovervol@vcu.edu.
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Website: | http://www.Click2Apply.net/t4mkvyyrkp |
Primary Category: | Jewish History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | Religious Studies and Theology |
Posting Date: | 12/20/2015 |
Closing Date | 02/17/2016 |