Pen Tishkach Chair of Holocaust Studies

4 days ago


Amherst, Massachusetts, United States UMass Amherst Full time

About the Position

The University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks a distinguished senior scholar in the field of Holocaust, Genocide, and Memory Studies to serve as Director of the Institute for Holocaust, Genocide, and Memory Studies.

The successful candidate will be the Pen Tishkach Chair of Holocaust Studies, providing research support and funding for Institute programming. Leadership of the Institute requires a dynamic and inclusive leader with demonstrated ability to engage diverse constituents and academic disciplines both domestically and internationally.

The successful candidate will also have experience in fundraising and a vision for institutional development at a public research university. Additionally, they will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, taking advantage of the University's strong programs in Public History, literary and cultural studies, and a vibrant Department of Judaic and Near Eastern Studies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the Institute for Holocaust, Genocide, and Memory Studies as the Pen Tishkach Chair of Holocaust Studies.
  • Develop and implement a vision for the Institute's research and programming.
  • Engage diverse constituents and academic disciplines in the Institute's work.
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Holocaust, Genocide, and Memory Studies.
  • Fundraise and develop institutional partnerships to support the Institute's mission.

Requirements

  • PhD in Humanities, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
  • A record of research excellence and teaching on the Holocaust, Genocide, and/or Memory Studies.
  • Significant outreach experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Administrative/supervisory experience, including budget management.
  • A record of successful grant-writing and fundraising.

How to Apply

Prospective faculty are encouraged to visit the University's website to learn more about working, living, and learning in the Pioneer Valley area of Massachusetts.



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