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Assistant Professor in Slavic Studies

Brown University - Providence, RI

The Department of Slavic Studies at Brown University announces a tenure-track assistant professorship of Modern Russian literature and culture, with special emphasis on Soviet and post-Soviet periods, beginning July 1, 2016.

Area of secondary specialization open, but preference may be given to candidates with additional expertise in visual studies (art, cinema, etc.). Knowledge of another Slavic cultural tradition is a plus.

Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration expected. Demonstrated strength in research and publication and excellence in teaching required. Ph.D. by time of appointment. Will teach wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses in 20th- and 21st-century Russian literature and culture, and upper-level Russian-language courses as needed. Native or near-native fluency in Russian and English required.

Candidates should provide a letter of application, a dissertation abstract, a current CV, one writing sample of scholarly work (30 pp. maximum), a teaching portfolio, and three confidential letters of recommendation. All materials are to be submitted via Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/29544) by November 15, 2015.

Brown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Posted on September 01, 2015.