In order to be considered for this position, all applicants must apply to this posting through this website (the cover letter and CV must be uploaded as one PDF document).  In addition, as one PDF, please send an application letter of introduction explaining your qualifications and teaching philosophy, a current CV, evidence of teaching excellence, and a letter of recommendation and a second reference name, phone number, address to: Judaic Studies Executive Assistant, js-secretary-admin@umich.edu.

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, and the Jean & Samuel Frankel Center for Judaic Studies invite applications for a Lecturer I position at 33.33% effort for each of the Fall 2026 and WN 2027 terms. This appointment is scheduled to begin on August 25, 2026, and end on April 30, 2027. As proposed, this appointment is not benefits eligible.

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Duties of LEO Lecturer I positions are expected to include teaching, developing course materials, evaluating and grading students, and holding regularly scheduled office hours.

Course Title: Introduction to Talmud, for undergraduate students.

Course Objectives: To introduce the classic Jewish text of the Talmud with attention to its diverse genres and contexts of late antiquity.

The candidate must hold a Master's Degree or PhD with competency in Talmudic studies within the frameworks of religious studies and Judaic studies. Prior teaching experience required, specifically experience in teaching Talmud is desired.

Knowledge of relevant languages.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Questions about applying for this position can be emailed to: Judaic Studies Executive Assistant, js-secretary-admin@umich.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Deadline for applications is January 24, 2026. The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is February 6, 2026.  The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.