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Visiting Assistant Professor of Russian Studies

University of Richmond - Richmond, VA

University of Richmond invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor beginning August 1, 2018, with the possibility of renewal.

The successful candidate will contribute to a small but energetic Russian Studies major program within a multidisciplinary Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. The position entails teaching 5 courses per year, including two Russian language courses at the elementary or intermediate level, and one seminar for more advanced language students. The other two courses will cover the wider field of Russian literature and culture, including 19th or 20-21st century literature, film, popular culture, and/or interdisciplinary topics that engage Russian Studies with other fields (e.g. art, environmental studies, comparative literature, entrepreneurship and design, race and racism, social justice, diaspora and global migrations).

The successful candidate brings native or near-native Russian language skills and innovative curricular and research interests to an undergraduate, liberal arts environment. Our program offers close faculty-student interaction, high support for innovative pedagogies, vibrant intellectual community across disciplines, and a commitment to expanding access in the field. Thus, the successful candidate will also demonstrate a commitment to diversity and equity.

Applicants are expected to have a PhD in hand by the time of appointment. Applicants should click "Apply Now" at https://richmond.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=1&id=1413

To be considered, applicants should submit the following: (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a cover letter, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts, (3) a teaching statement and a statement on contributing to the University’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity, and names of three references who will receive an email with instructions for submitting their letters of reference.

Review of applications is rolling, until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2018.

The University of Richmond is committed to developing a diverse workforce and student body, and to modeling an inclusive campus community which values the expression of difference in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. Our academic community strongly encourages applications that are in keeping with this commitment.

For more information on the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, see https://llc.richmond.edu/. Please direct all inquiries about this position to Prof. Yvonne Howell, Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, University of Richmond, 28 Westhampton Way, Richmond, VA 23173 (yhowell@richmond.edu)

Posted on December 13, 2017.