Assistant Professor of Israel Studies
Binghamton University, State University of New York

Category:: Faculty
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Department:: Judaic Studies
Locations:: Binghamton, NY
Posted:: Oct 2, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time
Ref. No.:: 5929
Position ID:: 181668

About Binghamton University:

Binghamton University is a world-class institution that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by outstanding academics, facilities and community life - promotes extraordinary student success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000 students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration and community service.

Job Description:

Binghamton University, the State University of New York, and Binghamton's Center for Israel Studies announce a search for an Assistant Professor of Israel Studies. The successful applicant will specialize in the study of Israel-Palestine, with training in a social science discipline, such as political science, sociology, or anthropology, or in a broader field such as international relations, legal studies, minority studies, gender studies, immigration studies, and human rights studies.

The Center for Israel Studies hosts three core faculty and a range of affiliated faculty who carry out rigorous and interdisciplinary scholarship on various aspects of Israel and Palestine and apply this scholarship to undergraduate education. Recognizing the value of complex questions, our courses emphasize critical thinking and diverse perspectives on topics including Zionism, Israel, and Palestine. We do so in an independent and non-partisan scholarly space, which does not engage in advocacy. The successful applicant will join the Judaic Studies Department and be expected to teach two courses per semester, pursue an active research agenda, and support the Center, the department, the university, and the community with service. (See more at https://www.binghamton.edu/centers/israel-studies/). The Center for Israel Studies encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and diverse life experiences, including women and members of underrepresented groups, as well as candidates whose research engages questions or topics that include diversity and equity.

Binghamton University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Requirements:

• A Ph.D. is required by August 18, 2025.
• Teaching experience at the college or university level

Additional Information:

Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact: Ada Robinson-Perez, ADA Coordinator email: arobins@binghamton.edu.

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Application Instructions:

To apply, candidates are requested to send:

• A cover letter that characterizes research and teaching experience and goals.
• Current CV
• Names and contact in formation of three academic references

Please go to the Interview Exchange application portal: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=181668 and follow the instructions. Review of applications begins on November 11, 2024. Applications submitted by this date will receive full consideration, but the position will remain open until filled.