Link to job posting: https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/17310
| Internal Title | Temporary Arnold Family Postdoctoral Fellow (F/T*) |
|---|---|
| Department | Jewish Studies |
| Minimum Requirements | Applicants must have their Ph.D. in hand by August 2026 and must have completed their Ph.D. no earlier than 2021. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply. |
| Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Candidates whose research focuses on any aspect of Jewish and Israel studies, broadly defined, within any of the relevant disciplines of the humanities or social sciences are welcome to apply. We specifically encourage applicants who are prepared to teach the ancient and/or modern Jewish history surveys and offer courses in the area of Israel studies. |
| Additional Comments Regarding Position | The Arnold Family Fellow will teach two courses, or sections, per semester within the Jewish Studies Program. The Fellow will devote an equal share of their working hours to their own research agenda, while maintaining an active role in the intellectual, civic, and cultural life of the Jewish Studies Program.To best fulfill these tasks, the Fellow is required to reside in the Charleston area and work out of the Jewish Studies Center, where office space will be provided. The Arnold Family Fellow will receive a competitive stipend, benefits package, and a modest support budget. Applicants are encouraged to visit our program website https://charleston.edu/jewish/academics.php. To learn more about the College of Charleston, please visit www.charleston.edu.*The candidate filling this position may be eligible for healthcare benefits. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.**Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.Applicants should submit the following by January 1, 2026: (1) a cover letter; (2) a CV; (3) a research plan for the fellowship; 4) a sample of scholarly work, such as a dissertation chapter or published article; and 5) a list of three academic recommenders. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Assistant Professor Chad S.A. Gibbs at gibbsc@cofc.edu. |
| Hours Per Week | 37.5 |
| Pay Rate | *$60,000 |
| Posting Date | 11/05/2025 |
| Closing Date | 01/02/2026 |
| Benefits | Health/Dental/Vision – Click HereLife InsuranceLong Term DisabilityRetirementFree CARTA Bus ServiceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Posting Number | T202518 |
| EEO Statement | The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/17310 |
Job Duties
| Activity | The Fellow will utilize the local resources to develop and/or advance a research agenda focusing on Jewish or Israel Studies. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 60 |
| Activity | Teach two courses (2 sections) each semester in the Jewish Studies Program to include an ancient or modern Jewish history survey course and a course in the area of Israel Studies. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 40 |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter / Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research and Professional Development Statement
- Sample Publication 1
- Reference List
Optional Documents
- Other Document
- Other Document 2
- Other Document 3