Teaching Assistant Professor of Russian Language, Literature, and Culture

The Department of Slavic Languages Literatures at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for the position of Teaching Assistant Professor of Russian Language, Literature, and Culture in Pittsburgh, PA. Duties are as follows: Teach a broad range of specialized as well as general education courses on the Russian language (all levels), literature, and culture, sometimes in a comparative context, (ii) undergraduate mentoring, (iii) active participation in outreach and cultural as well as intellectual programming, and (iv) additional service duties in the Department. The teaching load is six three-credit courses per year. The position requires the following: a Ph.D. in Slavic Language and Literature or a related field by the time of appointment and native or near-native (or ACTFL superior-level) proficiency in English and Russian. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community. Preferences: Expertise in a second Slavic language and literature is preferred but not required. Experience teaching Russian language, literature, and culture courses at a North American institution of higher education is preferred but not required. No amount of experience is required or preferred. Would hire a candidate without any experience.

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