Visiting Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies

The Jewish Studies Program at Hamilton College invites applications for a one-year visiting position at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2026. We seek candidates to teach courses in Jewish history and literatures and related courses. We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate their experience in teaching or working with broadly diverse student populations while contributing to a vibrant learning community that values academic freedom, creativity, and intellectual curiosity. Your cover letter should address the ways in which you would enhance the educational experience of students and further the The Jewish Studies Program has courses in both the texts and many cultures of the Jews and is multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary. It covers a time period from the biblical to the present and spans all the countries where Jews have lived and continue to live. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of disciplines and areas of expertise. A wide range of competitive benefit plans to accommodate your personal needs and protect you and your family from financial hardship; Tuition benefits for you, your spouse/partner and dependent children; Generous time off programs to help you balance your work and family life; Access to fitness facilities, fitness classes and a wellness program; Access to one of the finest small college libraries in the nation.

Created: 2025-12-19