Assistant Professor of Religion, Judaism (August 2019)
- Employer
- Washington and Lee University
- Location
- Lexington, VA
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- Arts & Humanities, Ethnic & Cultural Studies, Philosophy & Religion
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- Tenured & Tenure-Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Location:
Lexington, VA
Open Date:
Aug 26, 2019
Close Date:
Dec 6, 2019
Description:
Washington and Lee University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the study of Judaism in the Department of Religion. The area of specialization is open, and the appointment begins July 1, 2020. We seek candidates with broad interests, able to teach a course in Hebrew Bible and to design courses in the study of religion that also contribute to the university’s interdisciplinary program in Middle East and South Asian Studies. Interest in offering thematic courses in some of the following areas is welcome: the comparative study of religion, religion in America, law and society, or religion and literature.
Washington and Lee University is a highly selective liberal arts college of roughly 1850 undergraduates with a law school of 400 students located in Lexington, Virginia. Washington and Lee promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to learn, work, and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in teaching and for vigorous scholarship. In keeping with the goals of the University’s Strategic Plan, we seek candidates who can effectively mentor underrepresented minority students.
Qualifications:
A doctorate in religious studies, Judaic studies, or Near Eastern studies is required by the time of appointment; teaching experience is highly desirable.
Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin October 20, 2019. Applicants should submit:
- a curriculum vitae
- a letter summarizing teaching interests and scholarly agenda
- a transcript of graduate work
- three letters of recommendation
Applications should be submitted electronically to Dr. Timothy Lubin, chair of the search committee, via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/67432
Initial interviews will be conducted at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Religion, in San Diego in late November.
Organization
About W&L
Washington and Lee University is a nationally ranked, private liberal arts institution located in
Lexington, Virginia. W&L integrates the rigorous inquiry and critical thinking of a liberal arts
curriculum with nationally accredited undergraduate programs in business and journalism, and
a graduate School of Law. Our academic units are strengthened by meaningful collaborations,
all in the service of the university’s mission.
With an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 1,860, our small size enables students to
find mentors and develop personal relationships across campus. W&L is committed to
institutional citizenship. We regard liberal arts education as an important public good, of value
not only to our students and alumni, but also to the larger communities in which we live.
Our Mission
W&L provides a liberal arts education that develops students’ capacity to think freely, critically,
and humanely and to conduct themselves with honor, integrity, and civility. Graduates will be
prepared for lifelong learning, personal achievement, responsible leadership, service to others,
and engaged citizenship in a global and diverse society.
Our Community
W&L is the ninth-oldest institution of higher education in the U.S. and is located in the scenic
Shenandoah Valley. We are a modern university located on a beautiful and historically
significant campus.
Our most valuable asset is the quality of our vibrant and welcoming community. Our faculty are
devoted teachers and scholars who uphold the highest academic standards and take a personal
interest in the lives of their students. Our staff takes pride in knowing that each individual
makes important contributions to the success of the university. Our alumni are extraordinarily
loyal and generous to their alma mater.
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion affirms that diverse perspectives and
backgrounds enhance our community. The university is committed to the recruitment,
enrichment, and retention of faculty and staff who embody many experiences, cultures, points
of view, interests, and identities.
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