Assistant Professor, Jewish Studies & Interreligious Ethics

Sacbar; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacbar in Santa Clara, CA invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Jewish Studies and Religious Studies. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. by Sept.

1, 2027, teach undergraduate courses, and pursue an active program of scholarship while contributing to the university’s Jesuit/Catholic mission. The role includes building relationships with local Jewish communities and Silicon Valley initiatives, including the Hazon Forum, and will emphasize inclusive teaching and

Qualifications

• Terminal degree by appointment start date (Sept. 1, 2027).
• Evidence of excellent university-level teaching and an agenda for publication.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and Jesuit/Catholic mission.
• Engagement with local Jewish communities and Silicon Valley initiatives such as the Hazon Forum.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching undergraduate courses in Jewish Studies and Religious Studies.
• Develop and publish scholarship in the field.
• Advance community engagement and interreligious dialogue initiatives.

Skills

Excellent university-level teaching

Commitment to DEI

Scholarly publication plan

Education

Ph.D. in Jewish Studies/Religious Studies or related field

Job description

Sacbar in Santa Clara, CA invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Jewish Studies and Religious Studies. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. by Sept.

1, 2027, teach undergraduate courses, and pursue an active program of scholarship while contributing to the university’s Jesuit/Catholic mission. The role includes building relationships with local Jewish communities and Silicon Valley initiatives, including the Hazon Forum, and will emphasize inclusive teaching and