Cohen Chair for Holocaust & Genocide Studies
Job Description
Operating Title
Cohen Chair for Holocaust & Genocide StudiesCampus Location
KeeneDepartment
KSC Holocaust & Genocide StudiesSummary of Position
Keene State College invites applications for an endowed Chair at the rank of associate or full professor (with an expedited track to tenure) in the department of Holocaust and Genocide Studies to begin in fall 2025. Keene State College seeks an outstanding teacher/scholar of the Holocaust who will enhance the College’s role as a leader in the field of Holocaust and Genocide Studies. Keene State College is proud to be the first undergraduate institution in the country to offer a four-year baccalaureate degree in this field.
The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team of faculty colleagues, and we seek a candidate who can bring new courses and areas of expertise to the department. For more on our academic programs visit https://www.keene.edu/academics/programs/hgs/ and https://www.keene.edu/academics/graduate/mhgs/. Applicants should have an academic focus on the Holocaust that does not duplicate existing department strengths in Holocaust history, material culture, and Germany. Potential fields of expertise include, but are not limited to, memory, psychology, political science, or trauma. Candidates should be able to contribute to the department at all academic levels, including undergraduate and graduate programs.
The Cohen Chair will teach a reduced course load of four courses each academic year – two in their area of expertise and two as a regular instructor of the graduate-level thesis course. Thesis course loads may vary depending on student enrollment and department need. This reduced teaching load supports the college’s commitment to the position in making possible increased time for scholarship, student recruitment, and departmental grant-writing. Other support includes supplemental annual funds for professional research and travel.
In addition to housing the Department of Holocaust and Genocide Studies (the academic program), Keene State College also houses the Cohen Institute for Holocaust and Genocide Studies. The newly announced Institute is an expansion of the Cohen Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies, which has historically offered public-facing events and programs for constituents on and off campus. This endowed position will have the opportunity to engage with the Institute as it takes root, including the chance to apply for new funded research opportunities, opportunities for enhancing one’s professional network, and more.
KSC students come from diverse socio-economic backgrounds and 38% are first-generation college students. Our college-wide learning outcomes include critical thinking, creative inquiry, intercultural competence, civic engagement, and commitments to well-being and sustainability. We prepare students to be active citizens and lifelong learners and encourage individuals to apply who will support the College’s efforts to help students become responsible global citizens.
At Keene State College we share a commitment to diversity, equity, and multiculturalism as key elements of academic excellence. We seek faculty with a desire to provide support, mentorship, and direction to prepare students to work within diverse communities. The Holocaust and Genocide Studies Department, in collaboration with the Cohen Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies, is committed to helping develop social change agents with the knowledge, skills, and experience to engage future employers, peers, and others in their communities with compassion. Faculty participate in service work within the department and across the College to advance curriculum, integrate co-curricular experiences, and enhance our liberal arts focus as embodied in the current Strategic Plan.
Additional Job Information
Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online:
- Letter of Application that addresses understanding of how the study and teaching of the Holocaust contributes to the broader field of Holocaust and Genocide Studies and genocide Prevention.
- Curriculum Vitae
- Recent teaching evaluations (from the past 3-5 years) for relevant courses.
- Three (3) letters of recommendation*
*Note: You will not be able to upload letters of reference to the job portal when you apply. At the time of application, you will be asked to supply the contact information for three references. These references will receive an email asking them to submit letter of recommendation to your application if your application advances.
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or otherwise closed at the College’s discretion. For full consideration, please submit materials by October 31, 2024.
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or otherwise closed at the College’s discretion. For full consideration, please submit materials by October 31, 2024.
Posting Number
PF0900FY25Acceptable Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate in appropriate field, record of dynamic undergraduate teaching and significant scholarship in Holocaust and Genocide Studies.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Experience overseeing student research; grant-writing or fundraising experience; evidence of effective leadership.
Salary Information
Salary is based on the prevailing Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement; current rank minimum for for an Associate Professor is $83,820 and $100,070 for Professor. Subject to change with anticipated Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement. Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package.
Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/62526Percent Time Information (FTE)
1.0Faculty Information
Tenure-TrackType of Position
FacultyPosting Date
09/12/2024Open Until Filled
YesInterested Internal Candidates Exist?
NoAppointment Type
Tenure-TrackThis position is responsible for the supervision of
Does not superviseSpecial Requirements
A background check will be required as a condition of employment.EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please visit:https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.
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