Posting Details
Position Details
Title
Institute for the Study of Contemporary Antisemitism (ISCA) / Borns Jewish Studies Program - Leslie J. Raffel Chair in Antisemitism Studies (Research Professor)
Appointment Status
Non-Tenure Track
Department
IU Bloomington Jewish Studies
Location
Bloomington
Position Summary
Title: Leslie J. Raffel Chair in Antisemitism Studies (Research Professor)
Appointment Status
Non-Tenure Track (Research Professor), Open Rank - Senior Preferred
Department
Institute for the Study of Contemporary Antisemitism (ISCA)
Robert A. and Sandra S. Borns Jewish Studies Program
Indiana University Bloomington
Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Position Summary
The Institute for the Study of Contemporary Antisemitism (ISCA), housed within the Robert A. and Sandra S. Borns Jewish Studies Program at Indiana University Bloomington, invites applications for the Leslie J. Raffel Chair in Antisemitism Studies. The appointment will be at the rank of Research Professor (open rank, with preference for associate or full professor). It is expected to begin January 1, 2027, for a term of up to five years, subject to review, with potential consideration for renewal.
The Raffel Chair represents a significant investment in advancing Indiana University's global leadership in the interdisciplinary study of antisemitism. We seek a widely recognized scholar, in any academic discipline, whose work addresses the most urgent contemporary forms of antisemitism. The occupant of the Chair is expected to be fully conversant with the long history of anti-Jewish hostility while maintaining a primary focus on the most consequential present-day expressions of hostility directed against Jews, Judaism, and the State of Israel.
The Chair will provide intellectual leadership at the highest level-strengthening research initiatives, convening scholars across disciplines, expanding strategic partnerships, and pursuing external funding to advance major projects. This is a full-time research appointment.
Basic Qualifications
• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field
• An established record of significant scholarly achievement focused on antisemitism
• Demonstrated expertise in contemporary manifestations of antisemitism
• Evidence of sustained research productivity
Preferred Qualifications
• Senior scholarly standing
• Record of successful external grant funding
• Demonstrated capacity for intellectual leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Experience mentoring graduate students and advanced undergraduate students.
Scholars from the humanities, social sciences, law, media studies, political science, psychology, sociology, history, religious studies, and related fields are encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit:
• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Research statement
• Names and addresses of three references
Applications received by September 15, 2026 will receive full consideration, but the search will remain open until the position is filled.
Applications must be submitted electronically at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/33982
For questions about the position, please contact:
Alvin H. Rosenfeld, Director, Institute for the Study of Contemporary Antisemitism at rosenfel@iu.edu.
Basic Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field
• An established record of significant scholarly achievement focused on antisemitism
• Demonstrated expertise in contemporary manifestations of antisemitism
• Evidence of sustained research productivity
Department Contact for Questions
Alvin H. Rosenfeld, Director, Institute for the Study of Contemporary Antisemitism at rosenfel@iu.edu.
Additional Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
• Senior scholarly standing
• Record of successful external grant funding
• Demonstrated capacity for intellectual leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Experience mentoring graduate students and advanced undergraduate students.
Scholars from the humanities, social sciences, law, media studies, political science, psychology, sociology, history, religious studies, and related fields are encouraged to apply.
Salary and Rank
Minimum salary, $75,000; final salary commensurate with rank, qualifications, and experience.
Special Instructions
For Best Consideration Date
09/15/2026
Expected Start Date
01/01/2027
Posting Number
IU-101625-2026
