New York, NY, US
10 days ago
Associate or Full Professor of Jewish Studies
Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Associate or Full Professor of Jewish Studies Job Locations US-NY-New York ID 2024-11567 College TUNY - Graduate School of Jewish Studies Position Type Full-Time Schedule Shift 9:00am-5:30pm Hours Per Week 36.5 Travel As needed Category Faculty/Academic FLSA Status Exempt Location : Country US Overview The Touro University Graduate School of Jewish Studies is seeking candidates for a full-time Associate or Full Professor of Jewish Studies with a specialization in in the Holocaust and in Eastern European Jewish History. Ideal candidates will already have made a significant contribution to the field, as evidenced by publications and lectures at academic conferences, and demonstrate promise of an ongoing and very active research program. Candidates will also possess excellent teaching skills, and the ability to mentor doctoral level research and doctoral dissertations. Touro University offers a masters degree granting program in Holocaust Studies in Berlin, which maintains an active research program, and the occupant of this position will be expected to coordinate teaching and research with Berlin colleagues.Faculty carry a 12 credit workload per ten-month long academic year, and are expected to teach, advise students, and engage in scholarship. Course load may be adjusted according to responsibility of faculty for directing dissertations of theses. Faculty are also expected to actively contribute to Graduate School programs, and to actively participate in school and university-wide committees. Through their scholarship and collegial networks faculty are expected to enhance the national and international reputation of the Graduate School of Jewish Studies.The mission of the Graduate School of Jewish Studies is to educate the next generation of scholars and educators in the field of Jewish studies and to train knowledgeable and highly skilled Jewish communal professionals. The School offers masters-level degrees with concentrations in Jewish history and Jewish education; the Ph.D. degree in Jewish history; and a joint Advanced Certificate in the management of non-profit institutions with Touro University Graduate School of Business. All courses are taught either hybrid or exclusively via Zoom, so students in the program hail from around the world. Responsibilities Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Teaching hybrid courses as assigned by the DeanService to the Department, University, and CommunitySignificant Research/Scholarship, including publications, academic conferences, and, where possible, funded researchAcademic advisement. Supervise masters theses and doctoral dissertations. Participate in standing and ad-hoc committees. Coordinate research and teaching with the School’s Berlin-based program. Participate in program events, such as conferences or graduation. Build, strengthen, and support community relations. Qualifications DegreesDoctor of Philosophy in Jewish History Required.

Applicants must have an earned Ph.D with specializations in Holocaust Studies and Eastern European Jewish History �Strong command of languages relevant to the candidate’s research, including Yiddish �Research and teaching experience commensurate with an appointment at the associate or full professor level �Experience guiding theses and dissertations preferred �Experience teaching hybrid courses

SkillsDemonstrated proficiency in communication (written and verbal). RequiredFamiliarity in online learning platforms including Banner, Canvas, Blackboard, Adobe Connect. RequiredProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook. RequiredStrong attention to details, RequiredEffectively manage and organize daily tasks independently and with a team while balancing multiple projects and meeting deadlines RequiredAccuracy and productivity in completing tasks. RequiredCustomer service and team orientated. RequiredA high degree of interpersonal competency:professionalism, diplomacy, judgement and discretion. RequiredDemonstrated ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students, faculty and colleagues. RequiredAbility to solve complex problems and meet deadlines. RequiredExceptional analytical, problem solving skills, collaboration and matrix management skills. RequiredTravel as needed to Berlin, and to conferencesExtensive use of computersTeaching at NYC campus at Times Square Maximum Salary USD $135,000.00/Yr. Minimum Salary USD $108,000.00/Yr. Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed

Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

Full range of Health Plans Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)  Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan Dependent Care and Transit Programs Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance   Short-term and Long-term disability programs  Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment) Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children Employee Assistance Program Early-Release Fridays (upon approval) Generous Paid Time Off Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday Annual Holiday Schedule

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