Associate Professor in Holocaust Studies

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Position Summary:

The Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters at Florida Atlantic University invites applications for the Raddock Family Professorship for Holocaust Studies. The Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters will soon break ground on its new center for Jewish studies, the Kurt & Marilyn Wallach Holocaust and Jewish Studies Building: Wallach Building | Florida Atlantic University (fau.edu).   

This is a tenured, Associate Professor position based on the Boca Raton campus, with appointment beginning August 2026. The position is a full-time, benefits-eligible, academic-year (9-month) appointment.  
 
The successful candidate will demonstrate an international reputation in the field of Holocaust Studies, with a record of distinguished scholarship, teaching excellence, and public engagement.  We welcome candidates whose work engages Holocaust history, literature, testimony, memory, ethics, education, trauma, genocide studies, visual culture, digital humanities, or any interdisciplinary approach that expands and deepens the understanding of the Holocaust and its legacies.  

Jewish Studies at FAU is an interdisciplinary program, with a BA and a Minor in Jewish Studies, as well as a minor and a certificate in Holocaust Studies. It is the home to the future Kurt and Marilyn Wallach Building for Holocaust and Jewish Studies which includes classroom and office space, a Holocaust Museum, and a gallery space, slated to open in Fall 2026. The new building will also house the Program in Peace Justice and Human Rights and the Arthur and Emalie Gutterman Family Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education (CHHRE). 
 
Summary of Responsibilities 
 
- Maintain an active program of internationally recognized research and publication in Holocaust Studies or related fields. 
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Holocaust Studies, Jewish Studies, and related interdisciplinary areas. 
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, fostering intellectual engagement and academic excellence. 
- Provide leadership for and collaborate closely with the Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education and the Jewish Studies Program to promote scholarship, public education, and community outreach. 
- Seek and manage external funding to support research, symposia, and educational initiatives. 
- Participate actively in service to the university, the profession, and the broader community. 
 

Minimum Qualifications:

- A Ph.D. in Holocaust Studies, Jewish Studies, Religious Studies, History, Literature, Philosophy, or a closely related field.
- A record of excellence in scholarship, including a substantial publication record in leading presses or journals.
- Evidence of effective teaching and mentorship at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Demonstrated experience with public and scholarly engagement, including lectures, symposia, and partnerships with museums, archives, or educational organizations.
- Proven record of service and leadership in advancing Holocaust Studies or related areas.
- Superior communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage diverse academic and public audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience directing academic programs or centers related to Jewish or Holocaust Studies.
- Success in obtaining external funding for research or programming.
- Experience engaging with K–12 or community education initiatives related to Holocaust remembrance and human rights.
- Evidence of interdisciplinary teaching and scholarship that bridges humanities, history, and social sciences.

Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

College or Department:

Department of History

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

N/A

Application Deadline:

2026-04-10

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.
This position is subject to funding.
All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.
Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.
PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.
The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a sample research publication, and contact information for three references.
Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.
Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711