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Research Associate
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| Official Job Title | Research Associate |
|---|---|
| Working Title: | Postdoctoral Research Associate |
| Position Number | 02363039 |
| Division | College of Letters & Science |
| Department | B484000 CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDIES |
| Position Type | Temporary |
| Appointment Type | Fixed Term/Project |
| Pay Basis | Annual |
| Salary Grade | |
| FLSA Status | Exempt |
| Percent | 100 |
| Posting Type | Temporary |
| UWM Description | The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County. UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/about-dei/ |
| School/College/Division Description | The Sam & Helen Stahl Center for Jewish Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee sponsors a wide variety of public programming, supports the development of Jewish Studies courses at the University, and houses the Jewish Studies major and minor. Building on UWM’s mission of access, the Stahl Center engages members of the Milwaukee community in Jewish culture and learning by holding events on and off campus and inviting engaging speakers and performers who can build bridges across identities and experiences. The Stahl Center and Jewish Studies Program have a strong track record of innovation in and beyond the classroom, such as with the program’s fully online major and its highly successful online Hebrew-language courses. |
| Job Summary | The Stahl Center invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Jewish Studies for a two-year period beginning in August 2024. The fellowship is open to early-career scholars who earned their PhD within the last 5 years, including applicants who plan to receive the PhD during the current academic year. The Research Associate will undertake a combination of outreach activities, scholarship, and teaching that builds upon the “Colors of Jewishness” (CoJ) series, which the Stahl Center launched in 2016. This innovative program has brought prominent artists and scholars including Michael Twitty, Siona Benjamin, Sarah Aroeste, Lacey Schwartz, and Anthony Russell, among others, to Milwaukee, to explore the complexity of Jewish identity through questions of race, sexuality, nation, and language. The position is open to scholars whose research contributes to a multivalanced understanding of Jewish identity. Scholars may be based in a variety of disciplines and fields, including but not limited to Anthropology, Women’s and Gender Studies, LGBTQ+ Studies, Sephardic and Mizrahi Jewry, English, Film, and Latin American Studies. The methodological approach for the Associate’s teaching and scholarly work may come from any discipline in the humanities or social sciences, including such fields as anthropology, history, literature, and sociology. The Associate’s faculty responsibilities will be shared between Jewish Studies and a department suited to the candidate’s area of specialization, and they will teach courses in each of those disciplines. The position arises out of the Stahl Center’s commitment to engaged scholarship and offers the Associate the opportunity to gain greater experience in creating meaningful public programs. The Associate’s duties will include a significant outreach component to help us continue to build bridges across Milwaukee and southeast Wisconsin. Under sustained mentorship and close supervision by the Stahl Center’s Director Joel Berkowitz and Deputy Director Rachel Baum, the Associate will organize public events such as workshops, symposia, and lecture series. These events, held off campus and in collaboration with community organizations, will be funded by the Stahl Center and supported by the Center’s staff. The Associate will build upon the extensive network of partnerships, on and off campus, that the Stahl Center has cultivated and continuously fosters. This position is eligible for UWM’s competitive health and dental benefits. The Associate will also be eligible to receive additional funding for research travel during their time at UWM. |
| Minimum Qualifications | • Doctoral degree in Jewish Studies or another humanities or social science discipline by the appointment start date. • Evidence of successful teaching at the college level. • Native or near-native English proficiency. |
| Preferred Qualifications | • Ability to offer courses that supplement the existing strengths of the curriculum of UWM’s Jewish Studies program. • Experience teaching courses in Jewish Studies. • Demonstrated interest in or experience with community engagement. • A teaching philosophy that aligns with the needs of a diverse community of students at a public university. |
| Target Salary Range | $55,000 |
| Benefits and Total Rewards | As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life |
| Application Instructions | Applicants must apply online and submit the following required application materials: a) a cover letter describing research, teaching, and outreach interests b) a full CV c) unofficial transcript (attach to “Other Document 1”) d) contact information for three professional references The anticipated start date for this position is August 19, 2024. |
| Application Deadline | 11/15/2023 |
| Continuous (Open Until Filled?) | No |
| If Continuous, Initial Review Date | |
| Position Contact Name | Joel Berkowitz/Rachel Baum |
| Contact Phone | --- |
| Contact Email | berkowit@uwm.edu/rbaum@uwm.edu |
| Application Notes | For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number. |
| Legal Notices | AA/EO Statement UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable Accommodations UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC and Reference Check Policy Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/ , or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy. Employment Authorization In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. |
| Job Categories | Research, Research Administration |
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