Tel Aviv University – Department of Hebrew Culture Studies
Senior Academic Position in Semitic Linguistics
The Department of Hebrew Culture Studies at Tel-Aviv University, Israel, invites applications for a tenured or tenure-track position in Semitic Linguistics, effective from October 2016.
The position requires the ability to conduct independent research in the field of Semitic Linguistics – classical languages and modern languages – and to teach courses in this field. It is desirable that the candidate be able to teach linguistic courses on Classical Hebrew. The language of instruction will be Hebrew. Candidates who are unaccustomed to teach in Hebrew will be required to gain proficiency within two years from commencing their employment. Candidates must hold a PhD, or receive a PhD before filling the position.
Salary and conditions will conform to Israeli University regulations. Appointment procedures will be carried out according to the rules and regulations of Tel-Aviv University and are subject to the approval of the University authorities.
Candidates should send their applications, including a CV and samples of publications or other written work, to:
Department Chair, Professor Tamar Sovran; email: tamarsovran@gmail.com by May 31, 2015.
Three letters of recommendation from senior scholars are to be sent directly to this address.
The position is open to all candidates. The appointment will be based on candidate qualifications and the department needs. The Department, Faculty or Tel-Aviv University are not obligated to appoint any of the candidates who apply for the position.