Hebrew Bible—Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

H-Net; New York (NY); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Hebrew Bible in the Skirball Department of Hebrew and Judaic Studies. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Hebrew Bible and supervise doctoral students.

Preference will be given to candidates with strong philological skills in Hebrew and related ancient languages; evidence of training in Near Eastern cultures and ability to engage with NYU’s Jewish Studies program is valued.

Qualifications

• PhD in Hebrew Bible or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Strong philological skills in Hebrew and related ancient languages; training in Near Eastern cultures.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Hebrew Bible.
• Supervise doctoral students in the field.
• Contribute to NYU’s study away site in Tel Aviv and its Archaeology program.

Skills

Hebrew language

Philology

Graduate teaching

Education

Doctorate in Hebrew Bible or related field

Job description

New York University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Hebrew Bible in the Skirball Department of Hebrew and Judaic Studies. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Hebrew Bible and supervise doctoral students.

Preference will be given to candidates with strong philological skills in Hebrew and related ancient languages; evidence of training in Near Eastern cultures and ability to engage with NYU’s Jewish Studies program is valued.