30245BRJewish Studies Position Overview The Jewish Studies Program invites qualified scholars and professionals to apply for a part-time lecturer position providing instruction in modern Hebrew language. Lecturers are non-tenure-track members of the faculty and are typically paid on a per-course basis. Positions vary and are dependent upon need, if any. Primary role is instruction with no obligations to perform research or service. Application materials will be reviewed by the faculty and placed in a pool for consideration for developing and/or teaching undergraduate courses consistent with departmental instructional needs. The successful candidate must have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins. Job Description Teach a specified number of undergraduate courses in Hebrew language per semester. Courses may be taught in-person, hybrid or online. Jewish Studies Lecturer Duties: 75% - Teaching Teach a specific number of 3 credit-hour courses each semester. This includes 3 in-class academic hours per week for each 3 credit-hour course; or teach a specific number of 3-hour or 5-hour Hebrew language course(s). Provide instruction throughout the semester. Develop assignments, administer exams, evaluate student work, provide feedback to students, and assign grades. Lecturers are expected to manage Canvas, keep student records, and submit all relevant course records. 15% - Office hours and other appointments with students A minimum of three posted office hours each week is required. These office hours should be divided over at least two different days. The lecturer should be available for reasonable appointments if a student cannot meet during scheduled office hours. 10% - Other Attendance at required mentoring meetings and faculty meetings as needed and determined by the Director. Submission of semester/yearly reports as needed and determined by the Director. Adherence to departmental, College, and University policies. Required Qualifications Evaluation of the following requirements will be made through (1) descriptions of work experience and educational experiences in the letter of application, (2) a record of accomplishments and productivity addressed in C.V., and (3) information provided from professional references. M.A. and/or Ph.D. with relevance to Jewish Studies, Hebrew language, or a related field; or a bachelor's degree (in any discipline) and ten or more years of proficiency in Hebrew language. Demonstrated near-native or native language ability in modern Hebrew and knowledge of Israeli culture. Teaching experience, evidence of teaching competence (e.g., course evaluations; supervisor ratings). Preferred Qualifications Experience in teaching college-level undergraduate courses. Experience in teaching the specific course to be assigned. Contact Information to Applicants Jewish Studies Dept. jewishstudies @ku.edu Additional Candidate Instruction A complete application will include a letter of application, a vitae detailing specific subject areas the applicant is qualified to teach and/or develop, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Deadline/ Review Date: ongoing Estimated Start Date: ongoing Application Review Begins: 21-Apr-2025 Position Number: 00207192 Primary Campus University of Kansas Lawrence Campus FTE: Varies Reg/Temp: Regular Advertised Salary Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience Employee Class: F-Faculty Disclaimer The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information and retaliation in the University's programs and activities. Access to information regarding equal opportunity and diversity worksite posters is available at http://www.humanresources.ku.edu/policies_procedures/category_details/index.aspx?category=8 or you may contact or employ@ku.edu for alternate access options. Any inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies should be directed to: Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, IOA@ku.edu , 1246 W. Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS, 66045, (, 711 TTY