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Visiting Instructor

Gustavus Adolphus College - St. Peter, MN

Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for a one-semester sabbatical leave replacement position of Visiting Instructor in the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures to begin September 1, 2015.

Minimum Required Qualifications:
We seek candidates who have the minimum of a Master’s degree in Russian language, literature, and culture. The successful candidate will have native or near native fluency in Russian and demonstrated excellence in teaching teaching Russian language in an American post-secondary institution.

Preferred Qualifications:
We are interested in applicants who will complement our commitment to students and faculty from diverse cultural groups, and who will diversify the expertise and experiences represented in the department.

Major/Essential Functions:
Primary responsibilities will include teaching three courses: one elementary Russian language course, one intermediate Russian language course, and one Russian literature and/or culture course (in English with a Russian language practicum).

Application and Institution Information:
Electronic application is required;
email application materials as PDFs to: mkalberm@gustavus.edu

The application materials must include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and three confidential letters of professional recommendation (sent directly from the reference or letter service). The cover letter and letters of recommendation should be addressed to:
Dr. María Isabel Kalbermatten
Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Gustavus Adolphus College
800 W College Ave
Saint Peter, MN 56082-1498

Application information is also available at www.gustavus.edu/jobs

For more details, visit the College’s website at www.gustavus.edu/provost/newfaculty/ or
contact Dr. Denis Crnković at 507-933-7389 or cronk@gustavus.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled; preference will be given to those whose files are complete by March 3, 2015.

Gustavus Adolphus College is a coeducational, private, Lutheran (ELCA), residential, national liberal arts college of 2500 students. The College maintains a longstanding commitment to excellence through diversity with a special emphasis on global engagement and service. Additionally, we strive to be a community supportive of all kinds of individuals and families. As an Affirmative Action employer, it is the policy and practice of Gustavus Adolphus College to provide equal employment opportunities for all. EOE Employer/Disabled/Vet

Posted on February 05, 2015.