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Position Responsibilities:
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The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research, while assuming an important role in advancing Yeshiva University’s Jewish Education program. Azrieli is particularly interested in candidates who will advance the field of Jewish education by working closely with Jewish schools, teachers, and administrators. Experience working in Jewish day schools (Orthodox Jewish day schools, in particular) is not required but will be considered an advantage.
Other position responsibilities include teaching a full complement of courses in the Doctoral and Master’s programs, supervising and advising students, and service to the department and university.
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Experience & Educational Background:
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Candidates must have earned a doctorate in Education, Special Education, Psychology, Jewish Studies, Jewish Education, Jewish Leadership, or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter.
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Skills & Competencies:
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The optimal candidate will have a record of excellence in research and teaching and a deep familiarity with, and experience in, Jewish educational institutions. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research and teaching interests complement our existing institutional strengths.
Candidates should:
- Demonstrate the ability to publish in academic journals appropriate to their field
- Provide evidence of presentations at important conferences
- Submit strong endorsements from referees
- Exhibit mentoring skills in educational and research contexts
- Display a commitment to teaching excellence, and be familiar with asynchronous online education
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Application Instructions:
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Submission Deadline: January 31, 2025
Candidates should submit the following application materials.
- A cover letter that describes the candidate’s:
- research experience and future research goals
- teaching and mentoring experience and approach
- potential contribution to Azrieli’s culture of collegiality; to its mandate to promote Jewish religious-education; to an environment of inclusivity
- A curriculum vitae
- A recent writing sample
- Recent course syllabi, if available
- Contact information for three recommenders
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About Us:
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Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more.
We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve. We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.
The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the University’s retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year and have access to a shuttle to nearby subway locations.
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Equal Employment Opportunity:
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Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
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