Job DescriptionThe Department of Religion and Culture (RLCL) at Virginia Tech seeks applications for a Visiting Assistant Professorship in Judaic Studies (JUD). The initial appointment is for one year but is eligible for reappointment for two more years, subject to funding availability and departmental approval. Research specialization is open but preference will be given to candidates whose work broadly intersects with other research strengths within the department. (Please see the faculty list.) The successful candidate will be expected to teach 3 courses per semester; these will include an introductory course on Jewish History and Culture, a course on the Holocaust, and another course related to the successful candidate's specialization. Applications should include evidence of teaching experience with accomplishment in teaching and mentoring underrepresented and underserved students, and preference will be given to applications demonstrating teaching excellence. In addition, the successful candidate will be encouraged to arrange special events with funding provided by the endowments in Judaic Studies, and to contribute to the intellectual life of the department, the university, and/or the local community. Ph.D. in Judaic studies or a closely related field, or evidence of completion by August 2024 is required.Required QualificationsPhD in Judaic Studies or closely related field, or evidence of PhD completion by August 2024College-level teaching experience, including ability to teach courses on Jewish history and culture, as well as on the HolocaustStrong research agenda in Judaic Studies.Preferred QualificationsRecord of teaching excellence in higher education, with accomplishment in teaching and mentoring underrepresented and underserved studentsBreadth and versatility in teaching Judaic Studies coursesDemonstrated ability to recruit students to Judaic Studies coursesAlignment between research agenda and the intellectual interests of the faculty in the Department of Religion and CultureExperience with student event planningAppointment TypeRestrictedSalary InformationCommensurate with ExperienceReview DateApril 11, 2024Additional InformationThe successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.About Virginia TechDedicated to its motto,Ut Prosim(That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive communitydedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicinecollege, Graduate School , andHonors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including theInnovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerousExtension offices andresearch centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contactAaron ****** regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
