Franklin & Marshall College invites applications for a one-year visiting position in the Department of Judaic Studies as the Harwood Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor of Judaic Studies beginning August 2026. The rank will be Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Instructor, depending on qualifications. Appointment is for nine months per year (August - May); the possibility of renewal for a second or third academic year is contingent on teaching performance, needs of the program, and administrative approval. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants should possess or be close to completing a doctorate (or terminal degree) in Judaic Studies, in a related field, or possess significant research and/or teaching experience related to the greater field. We are specifically interested in candidates who have academic backgrounds related to the social sciences, business or art. Teaching experience required, and the teaching load is 3/3.
Our department and Franklin & Marshall College are committed to teaching and mentoring individuals with varied backgrounds and perspectives. In your cover letter, please describe how you could work with us to create a more inclusive and equitable educational community where diverse cultures, viewpoints, and experiences are valued.
Individuals who need accommodation due to a disability in order to submit an application or to otherwise participate in the employment process should contact the department’s academic coordinator Tami Lantz at tlantz@fandm.edu Inquiries about the position should be directed to Professor Jeffrey Podoshen, Chair of Judaic Studies at jpodoshe@fandm.edu
Franklin and Marshall College is also committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment.
Applicants should possess or be close to completing a doctorate (or terminal degree) in Judaic Studies, in a related field, or possess significant research and/or teaching experience related to the greater field. We are specifically interested in candidates who have academic backgrounds related to the social sciences, business or art.
Candidates must submit the following items electronically via Interfolio ( https://apply.interfolio.com/181362): a cover letter; curriculum vitae; graduate transcript(s)(unofficial copies are fine); a statement on your approach to inclusive excellence in teaching and student success; teaching evaluations and/or observations (if available); and one list of two reference names and contact details (NOTE: letters of reference will be solicited at a later stage, and once they are solicited referees will need to supply them within two weeks). For full consideration applications should be received by March 1, 2026.
Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender, sex, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any protected characteristic.
