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The Touro University Graduate School of Jewish Studies is seeking candidates for the position of Associate Dean and Associate or Full Professor of Jewish Studies with an open specialization. Ideal candidates will have had meaningful administrative experience in higher education, and have made a significant contribution to the field, as evidenced by publications and lectures at academic conferences. They must also demonstrate promise of an ongoing and very active research program. Candidates will possess excellent teaching skills, and the ability to mentor doctoral level research and doctoral dissertations.Teach three courses per annum, generally in a hybrid formatMaintain active research programMentor and evaluate student Comprehensive Examinations, MA theses and PhD dissertationsStudent advisementAssist in recruiting new studentsAssist in course scheduling, academic planning and curriculum developmentService on committees in support of the Graduate School of Jewish Studies and on university-wide committeesParticipate in program events, such as conferences and commencementBuild, strengthen and support community relationsOther activities as assigned by the deanEducation/ExperienceApplicants must have an earned Ph.D. with specializations in any area of medieval or modern Jewish history or thoughtApplicants must have had meaningful administrative experience in higher education or a cognate fieldStrong command of languages relevant to the candidate's researchResearch and teaching experience commensurate with an appointment at the associate or full professor levelExperience guiding theses and dissertations preferredExperience teaching hybrid coursesKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesDemonstrated proficiency in communication (written and verbal) requiredExperience with online learning platforms including Banner, Canvas, & Zoom requiredProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook requiredStrong attention to details requiredEffectively manage and organize daily tasks independently and with a team while balancing multiple projects and meeting deadlines requiredAccuracy and productivity in completing tasks requiredCustomer service and team orientation requiredA high degree of interpersonal competency: professionalism, diplomacy, judgement and discretion requiredDemonstrated ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students, faculty, and colleagues requiredAbility to solve complex problems and meet deadlines requiredExceptional analytical, problem-solving skills, collaboration and matrix management skills requiredTravelAs needed to conferencesWorking ConditionsExtensive use of computersTeaching at NYC campus at Times SquareUSD $125,000.00/Yr.USD $100,000.00/Yr.