Kraft Family Professor of Jewish Studies

Rice University is hiring the Kraft Family Professor of Jewish Studies, who will also be the Center Director. This role requires a senior scholar with a PhD in a relevant field and a proven record of distinguished scholarship. The successful candidate will lead the Center, engage in interdisciplinary research, and teach courses. The position emphasizes collaboration and public engagement with Jewish culture and history, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries. Applications are due by November 10, 2026, with the appointment starting July 1, 2027.