The Harry W. Bass Jr. School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology and the Ackerman Center for Holocaust Studies at The University of Texas at Dallas, in partnership with The Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy (ISGAP), invites applications for an eighteen-month post-doctoral Research Associate position in critical contemporary antisemitism studies, discrimination, and human rights.

This position offers Researchers an opportunity to join an esteemed international network of postgraduate scholars at Cambridge University, NYU Bronfman Center, and other distinguished institutions. Individual will join ISGAP colleagues from other universities in virtual bi-weekly meetings and seminars with their counterparts to further critical contemporary antisemitism studies as a discipline. In addition, position will participate in a regular Ackerman Center research forum and other relevant Ackerman Center activities. Researcher will be expected to assist in the development and coordination of programming initiatives, such as academic seminar series and international conferences, where they will present their work to colleagues. Will also be expected to participate in the annual two-week ISGAP-Cambridge Summer Institute for Curriculum Development in Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies.

UTD provides an educational, engaging, and transformative experience for our varied student body, who carry our mission with them as educators, professionals, and leaders in America and around the world.

ISGAP is committed to the interdisciplinary study of contemporary antisemitism and other forms of discrimination. Distinguished scholars in ISGAP’s global network work together to develop research projects, academic programming, and publishing projects. ISGAP also provides online courses, including courses that lead to a Certificate in Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies.

Ph.D in a related field.

The ideal candidate will be a recent Ph.D. (within the last three years) who has demonstrated expertise in contemporary antisemitism, with a focus on Turkey, Qatar, and the spread of the Muslim Brotherhood. The candidate should have a thorough knowledge of Turkish language, culture, media, and politics, as well as other languages of the region, such as Arabic and Kurdish. The candidate should also have significant experience in speaking before audiences nationally and internationally on these subjects. Knowledge of languages such as German and Swedish is also preferable, since these are countries where the Muslim Brotherhood has a pronounced presence. The candidate should also show potential for a strong publication record and have relevant experience and/or a keen interest in understanding and countering the surge in antisemitism that permeates the contemporary context.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

This position will engage in high caliber research on contemporary antisemitism, with a focus on Turkey, Qatar, and the spread of the Muslim Brotherhood. This position will also cultivate professional community networking and educational outreach. These efforts will include:

No physical demands, good working conditions, with an office, computer, and staff support.

Applicants for this position are required to submit a cover letter, including a statement of qualifications to engage the stated areas of preferred research, a curriculum vitae with a list of publications, a writing sample (e.g., an article or excerpt from your dissertation), a proposal for the research they intend to undertake (750 words maximum), and contact information for three references who are familiar with the candidate’s scholarship. This information can be attached in the Applicant Documents section of your application. The proposal should be rooted in conceptual and quantitative/qualitative interdisciplinary analyses, aiming to provide impactful insights into the current state of contemporary antisemitism and human rights during a period of globalization and the impact it holds. It should include a brief summary of how they envision the dissemination of their research, through presentations, networking, and publications.

This position does not offer a Remote Work Schedule. Position will work in person on campus.

Questions about the position should be addressed to Nils Roemer, Director of the Ackerman Center, email: nroemer@utdallas.edu.

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