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Visiting Lecturer in Modern Hebrew (Fall 2026)
Brown University – Program in Judaic Studies

The Program in Judaic Studies at Brown University invites applications for a Visiting Lecturer in Modern Hebrew Language for the Fall 2026 semester.

The successful candidate will teach three in-person courses in the Modern Hebrew language sequence: Elementary Modern Hebrew (HEBR 100), Intermediate Modern Hebrew (HEBR 300), and Advanced Speaking and Writing Hebrew (HEBR 500). To ensure curricular continuity, syllabi and instructional materials for these courses will be provided. The lecturer will be expected to implement an established communicative, proficiency-oriented curriculum emphasizing the development of advanced reading and writing skills and Hebrew language literacy.

Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or higher in Hebrew, Hebrew language pedagogy, or a closely related field. Native or near-native proficiency in Modern Hebrew is required. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience teaching Hebrew at the college or university level.

Application Materials
Applicants should submit:

  1. A cover letter describing qualifications and interest in the position

  2. A curriculum vitae

  3. The names of three professional references who may be contacted for letters of recommendation

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

Apply via Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/182386

Modern Hebrew Specialist or Lecturer
University of Minnesota

The Department of Classical and Near Eastern Religions and Cultures (CNRC) and the Center for Jewish Studies at the University of Minnesota seeks applicants for a part-time, temporary Teaching Specialist or Lecturer (9754 or 9753) position to teach Modern Hebrew for the 2026-27 academic year. Duties include teaching undergraduate students in assigned course(s), holding office hours to assist and advise students, and participating in department meetings. Courses that will be taught are:


Fall 2026:

HEBR 1001/4001 – Beginning Modern Hebrew 1, M-F 9:05-9:55

HEBR 3011/4011 – Intermediate Modern Hebrew 1, M-F 10:10-11:00

Spring 2027:

HEBR 1002/4002 – Beginning Modern Hebrew 2, M-F 9:05-9:55

HEBR 3012/4012 – Intermediate Modern Hebrew 2, M-F 9:05-9:55

CNRC 3515 – Multiculturalism in Israel, T/Th 2:30-3:45

 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

  • MA (or foreign equivalent) in Hebrew literature, Hebrew instruction/pedagogy, or cognate fields
  • Native or near native fluency in Modern Hebrew
  • Solid understanding of the cultural dynamics of teaching Modern Hebrew at a large public university

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PhD in Hebrew literature, Hebrew instruction/pedagogy, or cognate fields
  • Successful experience in Modern Hebrew college instruction 
  • Experience teaching within a Jewish Studies program

Applicants with an M.A. will be appointed at the rank of Teaching Specialist. Those with a Ph.D. will be appointed at the rank of Lecturer.
 

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $8,000 - $10,250 per course; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 67.5% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff 

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
  • Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
  • Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
  • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • University HSA contributions
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Employee wellbeing program
  • Retirement plans
  • Financial counseling services 
  • Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

 

All applications must include the documents listed below.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

  • CV
  • Cover letter describing candidate’s intellectual background, language teaching experience, and approach to teaching Modern Hebrew in the current cultural and political climate at a large public university
  • Three letters of recommendation sent by letter writers to cnrc@umn.edu

Initial deadline for applications is 11:59PM on Friday, May 1, 2026, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

 

For the full job posting, visit  https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/372772

 

Adjunct Instructor of Modern Hebrew Language
Dickinson College

 

Dickinson College is seeking a qualified instructor to teach two sections of Modern Hebrew: one at the elementary level and one at the advanced level. We seek a dynamic and engaging educator who can bring the Hebrew language to life for our students. Most teaching will be conducted in person on our Carlisle, PA campus, with the possibility of some remote work.

 

For more information, please see link below.

 

 

posted 11.8.25

 

Instructor of Hebrew
College of Charleston

 

The Yaschik/Arnold Jewish Studies Program at the College of Charleston invites applications for a full-time position at the rank of Instructor of Hebrew beginning August 2026. We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated instructor with demonstrated excellence in teaching Modern Hebrew as a world language. The ideal candidate will also be interested and credentialed to teach interdisciplinary courses that expand our current offerings in the liberal arts.

 

The College of Charleston has a two-year language requirement for all students, which can be satisfied by Hebrew coursework. Hebrew is also a core of the major and minor in Jewish Studies, as well as a key language in Middle Eastern and Islamic World Studies. During the sixth year, the candidate undergoes review for promotion to the rank of Senior Instructor. The position is benefits- eligible; the salary is competitive.

 

Candidates must have a native or near-native command of Hebrew and a strong command of English. A master's degree in Hebrew or a related pedagogical field is required, but a PhD at the time of appointment is preferred. Two years of teaching experience at the college level is also preferred. The ability to contribute to another program in LCWA is desirable.

 

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Hebrew and develop classes that expand our current program offerings. The teaching load is twelve credit hours per semester to include at least two courses in Hebrew each semester.

 

The interdisciplinary faculty in the Yaschik/Arnold Jewish Studies Program have teaching and research interests that include the social sciences and humanities. The Program is also home to a vibrant student life community through Hillel. Applicants are encouraged to visit our program website https://charleston.edu/jewish/academics.php. To learn more about the College of Charleston, please visit www.charleston.edu.

 

Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter; (2) a CV that includes the names and contact information for three references; and (3) a teaching philosophy and 4) evidence of teaching effectiveness. For more information, contact Dr. Beth Meyer-Bernstein, Interim Director, Yaschik/Arnold Jewish Studies Program, College of Charleston at meyerbernsteine@cofc.edu. https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/17190

 

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.

 

posted 10.26.25

 

Associate Professor or Professor
University of California, Santa Barbara

POSITION OVERVIEW

Position title: Associate Professor or Professor

Salary range: Salary is based on UC salary scales and depends on qualifications. A reasonable estimate for this position is $99,600-$296,800.
Percent time: 100
Anticipated start: July 1, 2026
Review timeline: IRD/Open until filled

APPLICATION WINDOW

Open date: October 1, 2025

Next review date: Extended to Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Department of Religious Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara, invites applications for a position at the rank of full or associate professor to fill the Marsha and Jay Glazer Endowed Chair in Jewish Studies. We seek a rigorous and imaginative scholar whose research encompasses one or more of the following specializations: Rabbinic Judaism and Jewish Law in Late Antiquity or the Medieval Period, Medieval Jewish Mysticism and Philosophy, or Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Judaism.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of Jewish religion, history, literature, and culture, in addition to a demonstrated commitment to a broad range of comparative and cultural studies issues—such as, but not limited to, transcultural connections and dimensions of Judaism, especially in relation to Christianity and Islam; the role of the body, gender, and sexuality; or the intersections of religion and law—that have the potential to contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives on campus in such areas as gender and sexuality or legal humanities. The methodological orientation of the candidate is open, but the candidate must demonstrate expertise in Hebrew and other appropriate languages, mastery of historical and textual methodologies, and broad training in Religious Studies. An excellent record of publications consistent with the rank of full or associate professor, evidence of a robust research trajectory, a proven record of effective teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and evidence of active participation in the field are required. The successful candidate will assume a pivotal role in advancing UCSB’s interdisciplinary Jewish Studies program, which comprises thirteen faculty members in departments and programs across the humanities and social sciences, and will also be expected to contribute to public-facing programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

PhD in Religious Studies, Jewish Studies, or related field at the time of application

Preferred qualifications

● Demonstrated expertise in Jewish Studies
● Demonstrated record of excellence in research and potential for research productivity, as evidenced in the statement of research, writing sample, and record of research
● Ability to develop a range of undergraduate and graduate courses in Jewish Studies, as reflected in the statement of teaching and record of teaching experience
● Ability to teach courses in Hebrew language and literature
● Evidence of outstanding teaching and ability to teach, mentor, and serve all students effectively and fairly, which the search committee will determine based on the applicant’s statement of teaching, record of teaching experience provided in the CV, and recommenders’ comments.
● Evidence of participation in professional networks, as reflected in talks, conference presentations, and participation in professional organizations
● Ability to contribute to public-facing programs involving Jewish Studies, as reflected in a record of participation in public events and event planning or articulation of a vision for doing so

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements

  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research

  • Statement of Teaching

  • One Relevant Writing Sample, Minimum 40 Pages

Reference requirements
  • 3-5 letters of reference required

Please arrange to have three letters of recommendation submitted through UC Recruit.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF03017

Help contact: amandalizarraga@umail.ucsb.edu

ABOUT UC SANTA BARBARA

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

Additionally, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

UC Santa Barbara is unable to sponsor employment visas of any kind for this position.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

JOB LOCATION

Santa Barbara, CA

Posted 10.15.25

Assistant Professor of Hebrew Bible
Department of Middle Eastern Languages & Cultures, University of California, Berkeley

The Department of Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures (MELC) at the University of
California, Berkeley seeks applications for an Assistant Professor in Hebrew Bible,
tenure track, with an expected start date of July 1, 2026.

Applications are welcome from scholars who investigate the Hebrew Bible in its ancient
contexts and are engaged in interdisciplinary questions across the humanities and/or
social sciences.

The successful applicant will join the MELC faculty who are dedicated to the study of
the languages, literature, and material culture of the Middle East, from antiquity to today.
Instructional responsibilities include teaching 3-4 courses/year at the graduate and
undergraduate levels, including instruction in Biblical Hebrew. They will also be
expected to collaborate in overseeing the Hebrew language program, contribute to
teaching the department’s introductory survey courses, mentor undergraduate students
and supervise graduate students, and contribute to the department’s diverse and
inclusive community through their research, teaching, and/or service. The appointee will
have the opportunity to connect with a variety of other campus units such as the Center
for Jewish Studies and the Graduate Group in Ancient History and Mediterranean
Archaeology.

The department is committed to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual
career couples and single parents. We are also interested in candidates who have had
non-traditional career paths or who have taken time off for family reasons, or who have
achieved excellence in careers outside academia. For information about potential
relocation to Berkeley, or career needs of accompanying partners and spouses, please
visit: http://ofew.berkeley.edu/new-faculty

For application requirements and basic, additional, and preferred qualifications, please
visit https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05107. Applications are due before October 31.

posted 9.20.25