A JOB in Premodern Judaism at UC Davis:

The Religious Studies Program at the University of California Davis announces a search for a tenure-track faculty position in “The History of Premodern Judaism.” Applicants must have strong research plans and teaching records and an expertise in Jewish texts for either the biblical, Second Temple, rabbinic or medieval periods. Applicants should be prepared to teach a broad range of introductory and advanced courses in Jewish Studies and to take an active role in UC Davis’ Jewish Studies Program. The program also welcomes applicants with an interest in the historical, comparative and theoretical study of religion. Rank is assistant professor and a Ph.D. is required. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and expertise.

Please submit application materials—a cover letter including a statement of research and teaching interests and curriculum vitae--electronically to:
https://secure.caes.ucdavis.edu/Recruitment/
(3) professional letters of reference via e-mail to dbiale@ucdavis.edu, followed by signed original copies to:
David Biale
Search Committee Chair
Religious Studies Program
University of California, Davis
One Shields Avenue
Davis, CA
95616
Please also submit a writing sample (electronic PDF)to David Biale via e-mail at dbiale@ucdavis.edu

For full consideration applications should be received by October 15, 2008. The position is open until filled.

The University of California, Davis, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of diversity among its faculty and staff.

(Via the H-JUDAIC list.)