Casual Staff -Center for Israel Studies, Research Assistant

Position Summary:      

The Center of Israel Studies is seeking assistance with the center's research program.

Position Responsibilities:

• The employee will be engaged in the research projects of the CIS and its faculty, supporting the programs and projects of the Center for Israel Studies.
• Research, writing, communications and upkeep of the Center web presence, staff programming in Israel.
• The employee will answer directly to the Director.

Experience & Educational Background:

• BA required, the applicant must minimally have a BA, and preferably begun an advanced degree in Jewish history.

Skills and Competencies:

• Hebrew knowledge essential at an advanced level.
• Exemplary organization and people skills.

Salary Range:

• $16-$16 per hour.

Application Instructions:

• Resume required.

About Us:       

Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more. 

We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve.  We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.

The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the University’s retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year and have access to a shuttle to nearby subway locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity:           

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.