Bruce Greenberg Chair in Atlantic, Caribbean and Latin American Jewish Studies

Classification Title:

Assistant/Associate or Full Professor

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Candidates for this rank shall hold the highest degree appropriate to their field or possess professional qualifications above those equivalent to the highest degree relevant to their field. 

Job Description:

The Bud Shorstein Center for Jewish Studies at the University of Florida is seeking candidates for the newly endowed Bruce Greenberg Chair in Atlantic, Caribbean, and Latin American Jewish Studies. This open-rank, tenured or tenure-track faculty position will expand the Center's teaching, research, programming, and community outreach, strengthening its national prominence in these areas. The position, scheduled to begin on August 16, 2026, welcomes applicants with a Ph.D. in disciplines within the social sciences or humanities.

Successful candidates for the Bud Shorstein Center for Jewish Studies will hold a tenure line in the department corresponding to their discipline and affiliation with the Center for Latin American Studies. UF faculty benefit from the Isser and Rae Price Library of Judaica at the University of Florida which holds exceptional collections in Latin American and Caribbean Jewish Studies, and the Center for Latin American Studies—the oldest and one of the most prestigious in the United States.

UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF's large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

Expected Salary:

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.

Benefits:

This faculty position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes state medical, dental, and vision plans; life and disability coverage; multiple retirement options; and paid time away and university holidays. Learn more about UF faculty benefits here.

Required Qualifications:

Candidates for this rank shall hold the highest degree appropriate to their field or possess professional qualifications above those equivalent to the highest degree relevant to their field. 

Preferred:
Research focus on Atlantic World, Caribbean, Latin American Jewish Studies.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.

A complete application includes:

• Letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for the position
• A complete curriculum vitae
• A statement of teaching philosophy
• Proposed research projects
• 2 chapters/articles

The names and email addresses of three references must be provided. An email will be sent to your references, requesting them to upload their confidential letter to the submission packet.

Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis beginning January 15, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at

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