Assistant Professor of the Hebrew Bible

The Department of Religion at Dartmouth College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment as Assistant Professor of the Hebrew Bible in its Ancient Context. Appointment to begin as early as July 1, 2026. We invite applications from qualified candidates whose academic specialization lies in religion or in an academic discipline relating to the study of religion. Candidates should demonstrate a thorough grounding in the ancient and modern languages necessary to engage in Biblical scholarship and to be familiar with theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of religion. We are especially interested in applicants with expertise in Biblical archeology or other material culture approaches, and who demonstrate the ability to teach the Hebrew Biblical tradition broadly defined, including early rabbinic material.

Since its inception in 1949, the Religion Department has been committed to a multidisciplinary, globally diverse curriculum grounded in the academic study of religions as engaged through a variety of methodological approaches. The Department offers instruction, from the introductory to the advanced level, in most of the world's major religious traditions. The Department offers an undergraduate major and minor.

Outside of the Department of Religion, the person in this position will also be able to benefit from the opportunities provided by the interdisciplinary programs (such as the Jewish Studies and Middle Eastern Studies programs), as well as the Leslie Humanities Center.

Dartmouth is committed to academic excellence and encourages the open exchange of ideas within a culture of mutual respect. Dartmouth welcomes people with different backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives and believes that diversity in all its forms enhances academic excellence. Applicants should address in their cover letter how their research, teaching, service, and/or life experiences prepare them to serve Dartmouth's commitment to academic excellence in an environment that is welcoming to all.

Ph.D. in Religion or a closely related field, or ABD with degree completed by the time of appointment, along with a record of outstanding scholarship and effective teaching. Requirements include teaching four courses per year (0-2 per quarter over 3 quarters) and normal department service.

Please submit all materials electronically via Interfolio. Letters may be addressed to Professor Christopher MacEvitt, Chair of the Department of Religion.

1. Cover letter, outlining research, teaching, and service experience (limited to 2 pages).
2. Current CV, including contact information for at least 3 references.
3. Research Statement, addressing current and future plans (limited to 2 pages).
4. Teaching and Mentoring Statement, including preparation to serve Dartmouth's commitment to academic excellence in an environment that is welcoming to all (limited to 2 pages).

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. We anticipate conducting preliminary interviews over Zoom in January. A teaching portfolio, letters of recommendation, and a writing sample will be requested from applicants who advance to the stage of preliminary interviews. For questions regarding this position, please contact: Christopher MacEvitt, christopher.macevitt@dartmouth.edu.

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