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Tenure-Track Position in Russian Language and Culture

Emory University - Atlanta, GA

The Department of Russian and East Asian Languages and Cultures (REALC) at Emory University in Atlanta, GA seeks an excellent scholar-teacher for a full-time tenure-track position in Russian language and culture at the rank of Assistant Professor or early Associate Professor, to begin Fall 2024. REALC is a dynamic multidisciplinary community of scholars who work at the intersections of the humanities and social sciences in our study of the area from Eastern Europe through East Asia. Research field is open for this position in Russian language and culture, but priority will be given to Interdisciplinary specialists in linguistics, inter-cultural studies, transnational studies, media studies, or related areas. Candidates must have their Ph.D. in relevant field and successful experience teaching undergraduates in North American universities. Ability to teach Russian language at all levels as well as courses in English in Russian, East European, and Eurasian studies is required.

The successful candidate will be expected to continue to be a productive scholar and help mentor student research. The candidate also will be expected to teach four courses per academic year, which will include Russian language courses, as well as cultural content courses based on the candidate’s area of specialization and on department needs. The candidate will play an important role in the development of the Russian program, the interdepartmental Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies (REEES) program, and the university as a whole. The following is a link to the Faculty Responsibilities document:
http://college.emory.edu/faculty/documents/faculty/faculty-responsibilities.pdf


Applicants should submit a cover letter that describes research and research plans, C.V., teaching statement, writing sample (up to 15 pages), three letters of recommendation, sample undergraduate-course syllabi, and a statement reflecting upon their experience and vision regarding the teaching and mentorship of students from diverse backgrounds. Please submit all application materials through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/133043



Inquiries about the position can be sent to Juliette Stapanian Apkarian, chair Dept. of Russian and East Asian Languages and Cultures, Emory University, at russjsa@emory.edu; 532 Kilgo Circle, Atlanta, GA 30322. Review of applications will begin on November 1. Applications received by December 1, 2023, will be given full consideration. Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Posted on September 26, 2023.