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The Faculty of Humanities invites outstanding candidates to apply for tenure-track positions in the following fields:

Archaeology – Biological anthropology

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem invites applications for a tenure-track position in the field of biological anthropology (open rank).

Job requirements:

The position is open to candidates holding a Ph.D. in biological anthropology. Applicants in advanced stages of Ph.D. research are eligible to apply (under condition that their PhD will be approved by June 30, 2024). We are seeking for a trained anatomist scientist, with preference to those whose research focuses on skeletal biology and paleoanthropology. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching of required and elective courses in topics such as osteology, human evolution, biology of extant populations, paleopathology, bioarchaeology, burial practices, forensics, etc., at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

The successful applicant will be expected to demonstrate academic leadership, to conduct independent and original research at the highest academic levels (including participating/leading field projects in Israel and/or abroad), to supervise and train graduate students, to initiate collaborative projects (within the Hebrew University and beyond), and to compete for national and international research grants. 

The successful candidate will also act as the academic curator of the anthropological collections at the National Natural History Collections of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

The Hebrew University's main language of instruction is Hebrew. Candidates lacking Hebrew knowledge will be able to teach in English in the first few years. They are expected to become proficient in Hebrew during the initial years following their appointment.

Qualified candidates will be invited for a campus visit, which will include a job talk, an interview and meetings with the Institute members.

For additional details, please contact Prof. Uzi Leibner.

Further information about the Institute of Archaeology can be found at the following website.

Archaeology – Classical archaeology with preference for a specialization in one of the following fields: Archeology of the Roman East, Greek and Latin epigraphy, Christian archaeology, or research combining material culture and texts.

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is seeking candidates for a tenure-track position in the field of Classical archaeology (open rank), with preference for a specialization in one of the following fields: Archeology of the Roman East, Greek and Latin epigraphy, Christian archaeology, or research combining material culture and texts.

There is a possibility of a joint appointment with another department in the Faculty of humanities, depending on the chosen candidate’s intellectual profile.

Job requirements:

The position is open to candidates holding a Ph.D. in Classical archaeology. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching of required courses as well as elective courses in their field of specialization, at undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful applicants will be expected to conduct independent and original research at the highest academic levels, have a proven track record of conducting full research programs, including field projects. Applicants are expected to initiate collaborative projects, within the Hebrew University and beyond, to demonstrate academic leadership, and to compete for national and international research grants.

The main language of instruction at the Hebrew University is Hebrew. Graduate courses may be taught in English. Candidates who do not possess a mastery of Hebrew will be given time to reach proficiency in Hebrew during the initial years of their appointment.

Selected qualified candidates will be invited for a job talk, an interview and meetings with the Institute members.

For information, please contact the head of the Classical division, Dr. Orit Peleg-Barkat

More on the Institute of archaeology and the dept. of prehistoric archaeology website.

Asian Studies – Korean Studies Preference will be given to a specialization in history (broadly defined)

The Department of Asian Studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem invites applications for a tenure-track position (open rank) in Korean Studies. Candidates specializing in all research fields within Korean Studies are welcome to apply. Preference will be given to a specialization in history (broadly defined).

The position is open to all candidates who have attained a Ph.D. degree, and to advanced doctoral students who expect to be granted their Ph.D. no later than June 30, 2023.

Job requirements:

Responsibilities include the teaching of required and elective courses in the candidate’s field(s) of specialization (at the B.A. and M.A. degree levels). Successful candidates are expected to conduct independent and original research at the highest academic level, organize conferences, demonstrate academic leadership, compete for Israeli and international research grants, and should display an ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in the Faculty of Humanities and the university at large. Where pertinent and in accordance with inter-departmental needs, a joint departmental appointment or teaching sharing arrangement may be considered.

The Hebrew University’s primary language of instruction is Hebrew. However, the possibility of teaching one or more advanced courses in English may be entertained. Candidates whose Hebrew proficiency is such that they would not be comfortable teaching in Hebrew will be encouraged to sufficiently master the language during the initial years following their appointment.

Qualified candidates will be invited for a campus visit, which will include a job talk, an interview and meetings with department members.

For further details, please contact the Head of the Department, Prof. Yigal Bronner

Additional information can also be found on the departmental website.

Cognitive and Brain Sciences – Open to all areas of specialization

The Hebrew University’s department of brain and cognitive sciences invites outstanding candidates to apply for an open-rank tenure track position at the department. The academic rank will be determined based on the applicant’s qualifications.

Research in the department focuses on understanding cognitive mechanisms, such as information processing and representation, perception, learning, decision making and language. In doing so, researchers in the department consider philosophical, social, computational and neuronal aspects of these mechanisms, and emphasize an integrative multi-disciplinary approach with neighboring disciplines, such as psychology, philosophy, linguistics, computer science and neurobiology.

The department will consider applicants with a PhD degree from any cognitive science sub-field. These include (but are not limited to):

- Cognitive neuroscience (either with a biological focus or otherwise)
- Developmental cognitive science
- Computational cognitive science
- Cognitive psychology Research on pathology that has cognitive aspects
- Artificial intelligence and robotics
- Data science
- Language studies (including from philosophical, psychological and neurological and perspectives that have a significant interface to cognitive aspects)

Applicants should submit their application through the link below, and address their letter to the head of the department, Prof. Omri Abend, and the head of the search committee, Dr. Eran Eldar. The application should contain the required documents.

 

For questions, further details and consultations as to the additional department, please contact the head of the department’s search committee, Dr. Eran Eldar at eran.eldar@mail.huji.ac.il

Comparative Literature – Open to all areas of specialization

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem invites applications for a tenure-track position (open rank) in the Department of Comparative Literature, in all areas of specialization.

The position is open to all candidates who have attained a Ph.D. degree, and to advanced doctoral students who expect to be granted their Ph.D. no later than June 30, 2024.

Job requirements:

Responsibilities include the teaching of required and elective courses in the candidate’s field(s) of specialization (at the B.A. and M.A. degree levels). Successful candidates are expected to conduct independent and original research at the highest academic level, demonstrate academic leadership, organize conferences, compete for Israeli and international research grants, and should display an ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in the Faculty of Humanities and the university at large. Where pertinent and in accordance with inter-departmental needs, a joint departmental appointment or teaching sharing arrangement may be considered.

The Hebrew University’s primary language of instruction is Hebrew. However, the possibility of teaching one or more advanced courses in English may be entertained. Candidates whose Hebrew proficiency is such that they would not be comfortable teaching in Hebrew will be encouraged to sufficiently master the language during the initial years following their appointment.

Qualified candidates will be invited for a campus visit, which will include a job talk, an interview and meetings with department members.

For further details, please contact the Head of the Department, Professor Yoav Rinon

Additional information can also be found on the departmental website.

English – Open to all areas of specialization

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem invites applications for a tenure-track position (open rank) in the Department of English, in all areas of specialization.

The position is open to all candidates who have attained a Ph.D. degree, and to advanced doctoral students who expect to be granted their Ph.D. no later than June 30, 2024.

Job requirements:

Responsibilities include the teaching of mandatory and elective courses according to the Department’s needs (at the B.A. and M.A. degree levels). Successful candidates are expected to conduct independent and original research at the highest academic level, demonstrate academic leadership, compete for Israeli and international research grants, supervise doctoral dissertations, and contribute innovative seminars to the undergraduate and the graduate programs of study. They should display an ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in the Faculty of Humanities and the University at large. Where pertinent and in accordance with inter-departmental needs, a joint departmental appointment or teaching sharing arrangement may be considered.

The Hebrew University’s primary language of instruction is Hebrew. However, studies in the English Department are conducted exclusively in English.

Qualified candidates will be invited for a campus visit, which will include a job talk, an interview and meetings with department members.

For further details, please contact the Head of the Department, Prof. Galia Benziman.

Additional information can also be found on the departmental website.

Hebrew Language – Open to all linguistic areas and historical periods of specialization

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem invites applications for a tenure-track position (open rank) in the Department of Hebrew Language, open to specialists in any area of linguistic research on the Hebrew language and specialists in any of the historical periods of Hebrew.

The position is open to all candidates who have attained a Ph.D. degree, and to advanced doctoral students who expect to be granted their Ph.D. no later than June 30, 2024.

Job requirements:

Responsibilities include the teaching of required and elective courses in the candidate’s field(s) of specialization (at the B.A. and M.A. degree levels). Successful candidates are expected to conduct independent and original research at the highest academic level, demonstrate academic leadership, organize relevant conferences, compete for Israeli and international research grants, and should display an ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in the Faculty of Humanities and the university at large. Where pertinent and in accordance with inter-departmental needs, a joint departmental appointment or teaching sharing arrangement may be considered.

The Hebrew University’s primary language of instruction is Hebrew. However, the possibility of teaching one or more advanced courses in English may be entertained. Candidates whose Hebrew proficiency is such that they would not be comfortable teaching in Hebrew will be encouraged to sufficiently master the language during the initial years following their appointment.

Qualified candidates will be invited for a campus visit, which will include a job talk, an interview and meetings with department members.

For further details, please contact the Head of the Department, Prof. Adina Moshavi .

Additional information can also be found on the departmental website.

Islamic and Middle Eastern – The late medieval and early modern Islamic world

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem invites applications for a tenure-track position (open rank) in the Department of Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies, with a specialization in Late Medieval and Early Modern Islamicate World (ca. 1000-1700). The position is open to all candidates who have attained a Ph.D. degree, and to advanced doctoral students who expect to be granted their Ph.D. no later than June 30, 2024.

Job requirements:

The position is open to highly qualified scholars with expertise in the political, social, intellectual, cultural, and religious history of the Islamicate world in the relevant historical periods. Candidates are expected to have high research proficiency in the Arabic language. Knowledge of additional languages, such as Persian and Ottoman Turkish, is an advantage.

Responsibilities include the teaching of required and elective courses in the candidate’s field(s) of specialization (at the B.A. and M.A. degree levels). The candidate should also be able to develop undergraduate and graduate courses dealing with broad themes in the region and era, possibly relating to modern times. Successful candidates are expected to conduct independent and original research at the highest academic level, demonstrate academic leadership, compete for Israeli and international research grants, organize relevant conferences, and should display an ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in the Faculty of Humanities and the University at large. Where pertinent and in accordance with academic needs, a joint departmental appointment or teaching sharing arrangement may be considered.

The Hebrew University’s primary language of instruction is Hebrew. However, the possibility of teaching one or more advanced courses in English may be entertained. Candidates whose Hebrew proficiency is such that they would not be comfortable teaching in Hebrew will be expected to sufficiently master the language during the first three years following their appointment.

Qualified candidates will be invited for a campus visit, which will include a job talk, an interview and meetings with department members.

For further details, please contact the Head of the Department, Dr. Julia Rubanovich.

Additional information can also be found on the departmental website.

Jain Studies – Open to all areas of specialization

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem invites applications for a tenure-track position (open rank) in Jain Studies for an endowed chair in Jain studies. Candidates with strong familiarity with Jain traditions (either past or lived) in any field are welcome to apply.

The position is open to all candidates who have attained a Ph.D. degree, and to advanced doctoral students who expect to be granted their Ph.D. no later than June 30, 2024.

Job requirements:

Responsibilities include the teaching of required and elective courses in Jain Studies with an emphasis on the candidate’s field(s) of specialization (at the B.A. and M.A. degree levels). Successful candidates are expected to conduct independent and original research at the highest academic level, demonstrate academic leadership, compete for Israeli and international research grants, and should display an ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in the Faculty of Humanities and the university at large. As holders of the endowed chair, they will also be expected to organize conferences and other special activities.. Where pertinent and in accordance with inter-departmental needs, a joint departmental appointment or teaching sharing arrangement may be considered, combining with one of several departments and cognate areas of study in the Humanities

The Hebrew University’s primary language of instruction is Hebrew. However, the possibility of teaching one or more advanced courses in English may be entertained. Candidates whose Hebrew proficiency is such that they would not be comfortable teaching in Hebrew will be encouraged to sufficiently master the language during the initial years following their appointment.

Qualified candidates will be invited for a campus visit, which will include a job talk, an interview and meetings with department members.

For further details, please contact the Head of the Department, Prof. Yigal Bronner .

Additional information can also be found on the departmental website.

Philosophy – Open to all fields with a special emphasis on philosophy of language and epistemology

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem invites applications for a tenure-track position (open rank) in the Department of Philosophy. The invitation is open to applicants in all fields but the department has a special need in the areas of philosophy of language and epistemology.

The position is open to all candidates who have attained a Ph.D. degree, and to advanced doctoral students who expect to be granted their Ph.D. no later than June 30, 2024.

Job requirements:

Responsibilities include the teaching of required and elective courses in the candidate’s field(s) of specialization (at the B.A. and M.A. degree levels). Successful candidates are expected to conduct independent and original research at the highest academic level, demonstrate academic leadership, compete for Israeli and international research grants, organize relevant conferences, and should display an ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in the Faculty of Humanities and the university at large. Where pertinent and in accordance with inter-departmental needs, a joint departmental appointment or teaching sharing arrangement may be considered.

The Hebrew University’s primary language of instruction is Hebrew. However, the possibility of teaching one or more advanced courses in English may be entertained. Candidates whose Hebrew proficiency is such that they would not be comfortable teaching in Hebrew will be encouraged to sufficiently master the language during the initial years following their appointment.

Qualified candidates will be invited for a campus visit, which will include a job talk, an interview and meetings with department members.

For further details, please contact the Head of the Department, Dr. Naly Thaler .

Additional information can also be found on the departmental website.

Theater and Performance Studies – Open to all areas of specialization

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is calling for applications for a tenure-track position (open rank) in Theater and Performance Studies. The position is open to all candidates who have attained a Ph.D. degree or to advanced graduate students who expect to be granted their Ph.D. no later than July 1, 2024.

Job requirements:

The position is open for all fields of Theater Studies  and Performance Studies including Art Based Research. Responsibilities include the teaching of required and elective courses in the candidate's field(s) of specialization (at B.A. and M.A. degree levels). Successful candidates are expected to conduct independent and original research at the highest academic level, organize conferences, demonstrate academic leadership, compete for Israeli and international research grants and have the ability to cooperate with colleagues within the Faculty of Humanities and beyond.

Where pertinent and in accordance with inter-departmental needs, a joint departmental appointment or teaching sharing arrangement may be considered, combining with one of several departments and cognate areas of study in the Humanities

The Hebrew University's main language of instruction is Hebrew. Nonetheless, the possibility of teaching one or more graduate courses in English may be entertained. Candidates whose Hebrew proficiency is such that they would not be comfortable teaching in Hebrew will be encouraged to master the Hebrew language sufficiently during the initial years following their appointment.

Qualified candidates will be invited for a campus visit, which will include a job talk, an interview and meetings with department members.

For further information, please contact the Head of the Department, Dr. Diego Rotman

For additional information, please see the departmental website.

 

Candidates are requested to apply online to the Dean of the Faculty of Humanities

Applicants should provide:

(1) Cover letter

(2) Doctoral diploma or official confirmation of eligibility

(3) Curriculum Vitae (According to guidelines – CV form)

(4) Current list of publications (According to guidelines – List of Publication form)

(5) Contribution to Co-authored publications (According to guidelines)

(6) Statement of research and teaching plans (up to three pages and According to guidelines)

(7) Letters of acceptance for unpublished manuscripts

(8) Teaching evaluations (from the past three years)

(9) Two representative publications

(10) Two letters of recommendation, to be submitted directly by recommender (According to guidelines)

(11) Declaration Regarding relatives employed at the university (here)

 

Complete applications must be submitted by August 12, 2023

All materials should be in English, and submitted via the following system Here

Applications submitted not in accordance with these guidelines will not be considered.

 

For additional information, please contact the Office of Academic Personnel at kolkorehum@mail.huji.ac.il

 

This announcement does not constitute a commitment to accept candidates in any or all fields.

The Hebrew University is an equal opportunity employer