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Assistant Professor in Russian

Vassar College - Poughkeepsie, NY

The Department of Russian Studies at Vassar College invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning fall semester 2016.

Vassar College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Vassar is strongly committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion and respect for difference.

Candidates with completed PhDs will have priority; ABDs nearing dissertation defense will be considered.

Candidates must demonstrate strong scholarly potential, a record of successful teaching, and near-native or native proficiency in both Russian and English. Field of specialization is open. Expertise and teaching experience in 19th or 20th century Russian literature, together with a solid background in cultural history is crucial, as is an established record of excellence in teaching beginning and intermediate language and the ability to teach advanced language courses, including senior seminars conducted in Russian. Potential for contributing to the College’s diverse multidisciplinary programs is highly desirable. Familiarity with on-location programs in Russia is a plus. Support for and participation in the Department’s rich co-curricular program is expected. Teaching load in the first year is four courses; in subsequent years it is five courses per year.

Vassar is a highly selective, coeducational liberal arts college of about 2450 undergraduates (no graduate students) located in the beautiful and historic Hudson Valley seventy-five miles north of New York City. The city of Poughkeepsie benefits from rich cultural diversity and from convenient commuter rail access to New York City. Vassar faculty are committed teacher/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, labs, and studios and in individually mentored projects. Apart from teaching a broad selection of courses, they serve as student advisers and as members of college-wide and departmental committees. The College maintains a generous leave policy, provides strong support for research, and encourages multidisciplinary approaches to teaching.

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Candidates should submit a letter of application, a CV, a graduate school transcript (unofficial copies accepted for initial application), at least three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample.

Review of applications will begin on November 15 and will continue until the position is filled. Interviews will take place at the AATSEEL conference in Austin on January 9 and 10, 2016.

Posted on September 29, 2015.