Batten Endowed Chair in Jewish Studies (EXPIRED)

Applications are sought for the first Batten Endowed Chair in Jewish Studies. The successful candidate will be appointed as a Full Professor. Will be responsible for teaching introductory World Religions, as well as upper- and graduate-level Religious Studies courses. Will continue an active research agenda in religious studies, concentrating in Jewish traditions.  Will also develop a graduate certificate in interfaith studies, work closely with ODU’s Institute for Jewish Studies and Interfaith Understanding (IJIU), serving as a public intellectual within the local community and eventually assuming directorship of the IJIU. A PhD in Philosophy or PhD or ThD in Religious Studies, Jewish Studies, or Theology is required. Compelling evidence of scholarly activity commensurate with appointment as a full professor and of teaching effectiveness required. Preference will be given to candidates whose research demonstrates engagement with contemporary Jewish Thought or religion in the public sphere. Preference will also be given to candidates whose teaching interests complement existing strengths within the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies.  Submit a cover letter, CV, including the names of three references, writing sample (10,000 words max.), and a teaching portfolio that includes: sample syllabi, student course evaluations, and a statement of teaching philosophy to https://jobs.odu.edu/ . Review of applications will begin November 1, 2014 and continue until the position is filled. Phone interviews will be conducted in early 2015. Contact information for further references may be requested at a later stage in the search. Inquiries should be directed to Prof. Dale E. Miller ([email protected]). Old Dominion University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution.  Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.