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Assistant Professor

East Carolina University - Greenville, NC

The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Russian language and culture, beginning August 17, 2015. Area of specialization is open. PhD or equivalent is required by August 1, 2015.
Advanced ABD may be considered for appointment at the rank of Instructor, but degree must be conferred by December 31, 2015.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct interdisciplinary research, teach Russian language at all levels, offer large enrollment humanities courses taught in English (face-to-face and/or online) and collaborate with faculty from Social Sciences and Fine Arts departments within the interdisciplinary program in Russian Studies (http://www.ecu.edu/russian).

Candidates with an interest in grant writing and developing cross-cultural curriculum related to 20th and 21st Century Russian literature and film, visual culture, media/global studies, cultural studies and/or digital humanities are encouraged to apply.

Selected faculty member should demonstrate commitment to teaching, research and service to the university, community and profession.

Salary commensurate with qualifications. Screening will begin December 23, 2014 and continue until position is filled. Official transcript required upon employment.

Qualifications:

Area of specialization is open. PhD or equivalent is required by August 1, 2015. Advanced ABD may be considered for appointment at the rank of Instructor, but degree must be conferred by December 31, 2015.

Near-native fluency in Russian and English is preferred. To apply, complete a candidate profile and submit a cover letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a brief statement of teaching philosophy and a writing sample online at www.jobs.ecu.edu.

Also, arrange for three current, confidential letters of recommendation to be sent to:

Chair, Russian Tenure-Track
Search Committee,
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures,
East Carolina University, 3324
Bate Building, Main Stop 556,
Greenville, NC 27858



East Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Posted on December 04, 2014.