ASSISTANT PROFESSOR – RUSSIAN STUDIES

The Dalhousie University Department of Russian Studies seeks applications for a 12-month 100% appointment July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025) at the Assistant Professor level in Russian language, literature, and culture. The position is subject to budgetary approval. The professor will teach advanced Russian language classes, as well as upper-level Russian literature courses and Eastern European film courses. The workload is equivalent to three full-credit (six half-credit) classes per year.

Applicants should preferably have a Ph.D. in Russian or comparative linguistics/language pedagogy/literature and culture. Native or native-equivalent command of Russian and English, as well as experience in teaching the Russian language and Slavic topics at the undergraduate level, are required. The successful candidate will possess strong organizational and administrative skills. Candidates should provide a cover letter, up-to-date curriculum vitae, statement of teaching interests and philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness. Applications are to be submitted online at https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/16481. Applications will be accepted until June 8, 2024.

For further information, please contact Ms. Rizwana Tasneem, Administrative Coordinator at rizwana.tasneem@dal.ca http://www.dal.ca/faculty/arts/russian-studies.html.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

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