About this role
Assistant Professor
Tenure-Track Faculty Position – (Jewish Studies; and Sociology of Religion, Historical Sociology, Political Sociology, Cultural Sociology, or Social Stratification)
Position Description: The Department of Jewish Studies and the Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position (Segal Chair in Jewish Studies), commencing August 1, 2027.
We seek applicants who work at the intersection of Jewish Studies and Sociology with an outstanding research profile related to Jewish culture, religion, and/or politics. Candidates with expertise in the North American Jewish experience are of particular interest. Applicants should likewise hold expertise in one or more of the following sub-fields: Sociology of Religion, Historical Sociology, Political Sociology, Cultural Sociology, or Social Stratification. Strong applications will provide evidence of the ability to teach effectively in both departments at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates should also make clear their commitment to building intellectual community within and across departments and among students.
For more information about the Department of Jewish Studies, visit here.
For more information about the Department of Sociology, visit here.
Job Duties: Research; teaching; service.
Qualifications and
Education
Requirements
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- PhD in Sociology and/or Jewish Studies or in related fields (includes those who expect to receive their PhD by the start of the position);
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- A strong emerging record of publications and independent program of research;
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- Experience in teaching as lecturer or teaching assistant.
Faculty/Department/Unit:
- Faculty of Arts (Department of Jewish Studies and Department of Sociology)
Job Type:
- Tenure-track
Rank:
- Assistant Professor
Salary
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Deadline: December 1, 2026
Application process
The following supporting documents are required:
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cover letter and curriculum vitae
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teaching statement
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up to three writing samples
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Candidates selected for the long list will be contacted, at a later date, to provide name and contact information for three referees.