University of Pennsylvania, Jewish Studies Program
Jewish Counterculture Oral History Project Manager
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Pennsylvania, United States |
Position: | Other Professional, Temporary |
Oral history project manager sought to interview members of the Jewish counterculture movement. The goal of the project is to document the diverse experiences, reflections and perspectives of those who participated in the America Jewish counterculture, with a particular focus on the havurah movement. Approximately twenty-five individuals will be interviewed in this initial stage of the project. These oral histories will aid in future efforts to study and understand the diverse expressions of the Jewish counterculture.
This is a one-year, part-time position expected to commence in January 2016, with the possibility of extension.
The successful applicant will possess advanced academic training in some area of American Jewish Studies, preferably with a specialty in post-WWII American Jewish culture and ideally with knowledge of the Jewish counterculture movement. A Ph.D. is preferred and those with experience conducting oral interviews are particularly encouraged to apply. Background in history, anthropology or ethnographic field work, and facility using interviewing equipment and related computer software applications are also a plus.
The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting approximately twenty-five interviews; transcribing those interviews; coordinating and implementing project goals, including communicating regularly with the executive committee overseeing the project. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
Limited travel in conjunction with conducting interviews is expected. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
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Website: | https://sasupenn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0drmTY2buv1HKwl |
Primary Category: | American History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | Jewish History / Studies Oral History |
Posting Date: | 11/17/2015 |
Closing Date | 01/05/2016 |