Instructional Professor (Open Rank) in Modern Hebrew at The University of Chicago

The Department of Middle Eastern Studies invites applications for a position as an Instructional Professor (open rank) in modern Hebrew with an expected start date of September 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The selected candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Instructional Professor, Associate Instructional Professor, or Instructional Professor, depending on qualifications and educational background. The initial appointment is for a minimum of 2 years, with longer initial terms possible depending on qualifications and initial rank. Review and progression schedule are determined by a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service Employees International Union.

Responsibilities include both teaching and service duties. Teaching normally consists of seven courses across three quarters at all levels of the modern Hebrew language. One language course may periodically be replaced by a non-language course in an area of Middle East Studies, Jewish Studies, or a course related to language pedagogy. Service duties may include advising undergraduate theses, creating and overseeing placement exams and graduate language exams, teaching independent studies, or other program-specific duties. Instructional Professors of all ranks are required to engage in regular professional development.

Salary Range or Pay Grade:
Assistant Instructional Professor: $75,676-$81,729; Associate Instructional Professor: $81,730-$88,459; Instructional Professor: $88,460-$98,000 (academic year 2026-2027). This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment paid over twelve months. The position also includes a relocation allowance for qualifying expenses.

This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Applicants must have previous experience teaching modern Hebrew at the post-secondary level and must demonstrate sufficient language proficiency for teaching modern Hebrew in a university context, e.g., through an ACTFL-certified result at the Superior level or higher, or through receipt of an advanced degree earned in a modern Hebrew-language context. An MA in a field related to modern Hebrew is required, a PhD is preferred. Candidates with specialized training in second language acquisition, second language pedagogy, and/or assessment are especially encouraged to apply.

Applicants must upload the following materials to the University of Chicago’s recruitment website at apply.interfolio.com/177111 by 10:59 PM Central Time/11:59 PM Eastern Time on December 8, 2025:

· CV

· Cover letter

· Teaching statement

· Two sample syllabi for Hebrew language courses

· Contact information for three references

Applicants may be asked to provide additional materials following the initial review of applications. Questions may be directed to Salma Abdulkader at [email protected].
The terms and conditions of employment for this position are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service Employees International Union. This position is contingent upon budgetary approval.