Visiting Fellow - Modern Israel Studies (Olamot)

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington invites applications for a Visiting Lecturer and Melanie and Andrew Goodman Postdoctoral Fellow for the 2026–27 academic year, with renewal possible for a second year. The Fellow will teach three undergraduate courses on modern Israel and participate in the Borns JSP community.

Non-tenure track position with a starting date of August 1, 2027, based in Bloomington. Ph.D. required; ABD considered; field open within Jewish Studies; salary around $57,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. is required (ABD candidates will be considered).
• Area of expertise within Jewish Studies is open.

Responsibilities

• Teach three undergraduate courses per year (one in Fall 2027; two in Spring 2028) in the history, society, and culture of modern Israel, complementing the offerings of the Borns JSP (3 courses total).
• Present at a workshop for the Program on the Fellow's main area of research.
• Participate in the activities of the Borns JSP and contribute to intellectual life at IU.
• Arrange own travel, housing accommodation, and living expenses during term of appointment, August 2027 through May 2028.
• Fulfill teaching responsibilities on the Indiana University Bloomington campus while classes are in session.
• Provide verification of credentials and other information required by law, including federally required documentation confirming citizenship or permanent residency of the United States or an authorized alien entitled to be employed in the U.S. for the period of appointment.

Education

Ph.D. or ABD

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington invites applications for a Visiting Lecturer and Melanie and Andrew Goodman Postdoctoral Fellow for the 2026–27 academic year, with renewal possible for a second year. The Fellow will teach three undergraduate courses on modern Israel and participate in the Borns JSP community.

Non-tenure track position with a starting date of August 1, 2027, based in Bloomington. Ph.D. required; ABD considered; field open within Jewish Studies; salary around $57,000 plus benefits.