Course Lecturer Jewish Studies 206 (Intro to Yiddish Literature)
About The Position
The Department of Jewish Studies is inviting applications to teach a course in fall 2026. This course, JWST 206 - Introduction to Yiddish Literature, will be a survey of Yiddish literature with a particular focus on the modern period (the 1860s to the present). As major works of Yiddish literature are read, the course will discuss the main factors in its development, including its position as a minority literature, Ashkenazi civilization’s religious foundations and multilingualism, the rise of political movements, and the trauma of the Holocaust. The course will explore the reasons behind and the effects of the universalization of Yiddish language, literature, and culture, as described by Yiddish writer Isaac Bashevis Singer. This course will be taught by one instructor in-person.
Requirements
- Advanced academic degree in literary analysis with expertise in Jewish Studies.
- Experience teaching a wide range of Yiddish literature in the original language as well as in translation.
- Authorized to work in Canada.
- Willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based/located.
- English communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Responsibilities
- Teach JWST 206 - Introduction to Yiddish Literature in Fall 2026.
- Conduct a survey of Yiddish literature with a focus on the modern period (1860s to present).
- Discuss the development of Yiddish literature, including its position as a minority literature, Ashkenazi civilization's religious foundations and multilingualism, the rise of political movements, and the trauma of the Holocaust.
- Explore the universalization of Yiddish language, literature, and culture.
Benefits
- Salary: $11 824/ course (including vacation pay)
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Career Level
Mid Level
