University of Minnesota
Tenured Associate/Full Professor in History, Deinard Chair in Early Modern/Moder
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
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Tenured Associate/Full Professor in History, Deinard Chair in Early Modern/Modern Jewish History
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About The Job
The Department of History at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, invites applications for the Amos S. Deinard Memorial Chair in Early Modern/Modern Jewish History. The appointment will be a full-time, 9-month appointment at the rank of either Associate Professor with tenure or Professor with tenure. The appointment will begin August 31, 2026. Rank and salary will depend upon qualifications and experience and be consistent with College and University policy.
The person appointed to this position must be an historian of the early modern and/or modern Jewish experience with broad scholarly interests addressing Jewish communities and their interactions with non-Jewish neighbors in comparative, global and diasporic perspectives. The holder of the chair will be expected to contribute significantly to the Department of History’s strengths in comparative and global history, particularly beyond Europe and the United States, and complement faculty interests in one or more of the following areas: migration and diasporas; comparative empires and borderlands; conceptions and experiences of race, indigeneity, gender, and religion; legal history; histories of capitalism. The ideal candidate would be a scholar and teacher who situates the history of Jews and Judaism during the early modern period within the broader contexts of histories of the Mediterranean, the Middle East, the Ottoman Empire, Africa, the Atlantic World (including Latin America and the Caribbean), and/or the Indian Ocean.
The successful candidate will be tenured in the Department of History and will also be a full member of the Jewish Studies faculty. The holder of the chair will participate in and provide intellectual leadership for the research and curricular mission of the Center for Jewish Studies. In addition, the holder of the chair will also have the opportunity to contribute to other interdisciplinary and cross-regional projects in the College of Liberal Arts and the University of Minnesota, such as the Center for Premodern Studies, the Immigration History Research Center and the Religious Studies Program.
Teaching responsibilities consist of four courses over two semesters, including service courses (e.g., the World History survey or History Senior Paper), and graduate and undergraduate courses in areas of specialization.
The Department of History has a strong commitment to diversity. We encourage scholars from underrepresented groups to apply. We welcome experience working with diverse students, in multicultural environments, and interest in developing curricula and public outreach to diverse populations.
Questions about the search may be directed to histsrch@umn.edu
Qualifications A Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in history or a related field with a focus on history, and scholarship on a topic appropriate to the position, broadly conceived, as well as teaching experience and research accomplishments appropriate for an endowed chair and tenured appointment in a major research university. Candidates must show evidence of scholarly excellence, a record of distinguished scholarly publication, and an ability to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Candidates will be evaluated according to a) overall quality of their scholarly work, b) relevance of their scholarly research to the department's academic priorities and fields of inquiry, c) evidence of commitment to teaching and skills as a teacher, and d) strength of recommendations.
About The Department The University of Minnesota is a research university serving undergraduate and graduate students and is the only Ph.D. granting institution in the state. Its main campus is in the Twin Cities. The Department of History is in the College of Liberal Arts.
The Department of History is recognized as a prominent community of scholars nationally and internationally. Our award-winning faculty are acknowledged for scholarship in a broad range of fields, commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, interdisciplinarity, and public engagement. The department has a long and distinguished history of training graduate students who hold diverse appointments.
The Center for Jewish Studies, a part of the College of Liberal Arts, supports interdisciplinary research and hosts conferences and events. The Center also offers an undergraduate major and minor in Jewish Studies.
Compensation and Benefits Pay Range: $90,000-$175,000 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment Category: 75%-100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.)
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Professional development opportunities and tuition benefits
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Flexible spending accounts, HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Wellbeing programs and retirement plans with employer contributions
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Employee assistance program with counseling
Transit benefits
The salary offered will be based on individual credentials and experience, in line with the university’s compensation framework and equity considerations.
How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered, click the Apply button and attach: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and a representative body of writing samples (three articles or book chapters). Letters of recommendation will be requested for those advancing to interviews. Other documents may be requested later. Priority deadline: October 13, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. For accommodations during the application process, email employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity The University recognizes and values diversity and inclusion. It is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Learn more at the University diversity site.
Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About The U Of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, is a large public research university offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Located in the Twin Cities metropolitan area with extensive partnerships across sectors.
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Join to apply for the
Tenured Associate/Full Professor in History, Deinard Chair in Early Modern/Modern Jewish History
role at
University of Minnesota .
About The Job
The Department of History at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, invites applications for the Amos S. Deinard Memorial Chair in Early Modern/Modern Jewish History. The appointment will be a full-time, 9-month appointment at the rank of either Associate Professor with tenure or Professor with tenure. The appointment will begin August 31, 2026. Rank and salary will depend upon qualifications and experience and be consistent with College and University policy.
The person appointed to this position must be an historian of the early modern and/or modern Jewish experience with broad scholarly interests addressing Jewish communities and their interactions with non-Jewish neighbors in comparative, global and diasporic perspectives. The holder of the chair will be expected to contribute significantly to the Department of History’s strengths in comparative and global history, particularly beyond Europe and the United States, and complement faculty interests in one or more of the following areas: migration and diasporas; comparative empires and borderlands; conceptions and experiences of race, indigeneity, gender, and religion; legal history; histories of capitalism. The ideal candidate would be a scholar and teacher who situates the history of Jews and Judaism during the early modern period within the broader contexts of histories of the Mediterranean, the Middle East, the Ottoman Empire, Africa, the Atlantic World (including Latin America and the Caribbean), and/or the Indian Ocean.
The successful candidate will be tenured in the Department of History and will also be a full member of the Jewish Studies faculty. The holder of the chair will participate in and provide intellectual leadership for the research and curricular mission of the Center for Jewish Studies. In addition, the holder of the chair will also have the opportunity to contribute to other interdisciplinary and cross-regional projects in the College of Liberal Arts and the University of Minnesota, such as the Center for Premodern Studies, the Immigration History Research Center and the Religious Studies Program.
Teaching responsibilities consist of four courses over two semesters, including service courses (e.g., the World History survey or History Senior Paper), and graduate and undergraduate courses in areas of specialization.
The Department of History has a strong commitment to diversity. We encourage scholars from underrepresented groups to apply. We welcome experience working with diverse students, in multicultural environments, and interest in developing curricula and public outreach to diverse populations.
Questions about the search may be directed to histsrch@umn.edu
Qualifications A Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in history or a related field with a focus on history, and scholarship on a topic appropriate to the position, broadly conceived, as well as teaching experience and research accomplishments appropriate for an endowed chair and tenured appointment in a major research university. Candidates must show evidence of scholarly excellence, a record of distinguished scholarly publication, and an ability to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Candidates will be evaluated according to a) overall quality of their scholarly work, b) relevance of their scholarly research to the department's academic priorities and fields of inquiry, c) evidence of commitment to teaching and skills as a teacher, and d) strength of recommendations.
About The Department The University of Minnesota is a research university serving undergraduate and graduate students and is the only Ph.D. granting institution in the state. Its main campus is in the Twin Cities. The Department of History is in the College of Liberal Arts.
The Department of History is recognized as a prominent community of scholars nationally and internationally. Our award-winning faculty are acknowledged for scholarship in a broad range of fields, commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, interdisciplinarity, and public engagement. The department has a long and distinguished history of training graduate students who hold diverse appointments.
The Center for Jewish Studies, a part of the College of Liberal Arts, supports interdisciplinary research and hosts conferences and events. The Center also offers an undergraduate major and minor in Jewish Studies.
Compensation and Benefits Pay Range: $90,000-$175,000 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment Category: 75%-100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.)
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Professional development opportunities and tuition benefits
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Flexible spending accounts, HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Wellbeing programs and retirement plans with employer contributions
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Employee assistance program with counseling
Transit benefits
The salary offered will be based on individual credentials and experience, in line with the university’s compensation framework and equity considerations.
How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered, click the Apply button and attach: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and a representative body of writing samples (three articles or book chapters). Letters of recommendation will be requested for those advancing to interviews. Other documents may be requested later. Priority deadline: October 13, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. For accommodations during the application process, email employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity The University recognizes and values diversity and inclusion. It is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Learn more at the University diversity site.
Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About The U Of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, is a large public research university offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Located in the Twin Cities metropolitan area with extensive partnerships across sectors.
Note: This content is reformatted from the original job posting for accessibility and readability.
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