Religious Studies:

Tenured Appointment

Arizona State University seeks an accomplished, innovative scholar to lead and direct the Jewish Studies Program on the Tempe Campus. The successful applicant will be designated the Irving and Miriam Lowe Professor. The Jewish Studies program offers a vibrant interdisciplinary curriculum, supports excellent scholarship and has developed extensive community oriented programming. Arizona State University is committed to program and research growth in Jewish Studies, a program enhanced by solid collections located in the University Libraries.

The successful candidate would have an earned doctorate, and achieved national and international recognition in his/her area of specialization. As a professor his/her research and teaching would be in any aspect of modern Jewish studies. The responsibilities of the Director include: directing the Jewish Studies Program; managing the budget; fund-raising and grantsmanship; collaborating with faculty in the development of the program on campus, in the community, and nationally; and curriculum and library development. The successful candidate will hold an appointment in an appropriate academic unit. The position is a fiscal year appointment and reports to the Vice President and Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences through the Dean of the Division of Humanities.

Required: An earned doctorate in a related area, national and international reputation in Jewish Studies, qualifications commensurate with the rank of full professor or eligible for promotion to full professor in the next year, evidence of commitment to fund-raising locally and nationally, teaching excellence, knowledge of at least one Jewish language, evidence of teaching courses relevant to modern Jewish studies, evidence of interest in working with students, commitment to community service, and proven record of programming.

Desired: demonstrated successful administrative experience and a record of fund-raising and grantsmanship.

ASU is located in one of the fastest growing regions of the country. The university seeks an intellectual leader who can engage with established academic units as well as a variety of exciting initiatives relevant to an active and growing Jewish community.

The position is available beginning July 1, 2008. Salary and start-up will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Nominations for this position are being sought. Review of completed applications will begin on September 1, 2007; applications will be evaluated every two weeks thereafter until the search is closed. Applicants must submit electronically (in MS Word or PDF format) a cover letter stating qualifications for the position, a current curriculum vitae, and names and contact information of three professional references. Inquiries and nominations should be directed to: Deborah Losse (Deborah.losse@asu.edu or 480-965-8065) or Joel Gereboff (Joel.Gereboff@asu.edu or 480-965-7738). A background check is required for employment. ASU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.