Teaching Assistant Professor - Jewish Studies Program

Religious Studies - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (25000344)

The Department of Religious Studies in the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh, in coordination with the Jewish Studies Program, seeks to appoint a Teaching Assistant Professor with a specialization in modern Israel and a focus on the anthropological study of medicine, food, body image, religion, and culture. The position is outside the tenure stream (appointment stream) and is contingent on the availability of external grant funding.

Required qualifications:

• the ability to teach courses on modern Israel society and courses on gender, food, and body image, and the relationship of religion generally and Judaism specifically to these issues
• a PhD in anthropology, religious studies, or a cognate field
• scholarly work on modern Israel.
  
  

Preferred qualifications:

• previous teaching experience at a public research university in the areas listed above.
• expertise in the field of medical anthropology.
• experience with interdisciplinary teaching in fields such as Jewish Studies; Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies; and the Health Humanities.
  
  

This is a non-tenure-track position focused on teaching, service, and community/public outreach The normal teaching load will be 4 courses (12 credits) per year, with at least one course each year focused on Israel. The initial term for the contract will be 2 years, with the possibility of renewal contingent on available funding.

To apply, please submit:

• a letter of application describing current and future teaching and research directions.
• a separate statement discussing how your past, planned, or potential contributions or experiences relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance the University of Pittsburgh’s commitment to inclusive excellence.
• a C.V.
• evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations).
• Contact information for three academic references. The recommenders will receive an email notification with instructions for uploading letters to our system, so please notify them to expect this prompt.
  
  

For consideration, application should be submitted by January 22, 2024. For additional information about the position, contact the kranson@pitt.edu

To apply, please submit:

• a letter of application describing current and future teaching and research directions.
• a separate statement discussing how your past, planned, or potential contributions or experiences relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance the University of Pittsburgh’s commitment to inclusive excellence.
• a C.V.
• evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations).
• contact information for three academic references. An email notification will be sent to the recommenders with instructions for uploading letters to our system so please notify the recommenders to expect this prompt.
  
  

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This position may be bargaining unit eligible

Campus: Pittsburgh

Required Attachments: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Teaching Statement, Teaching Evaluations, Other (see posting for additional details)

Optional Attachments: Teaching Evaluations