Russian/Slavic 2018-2019

Russian and Slavic Jobs beginning in 2019

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Dartmouth College (NH) - TT Assistant Professor of Russian Language and Literature
The Department of Russian at Dartmouth College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Russian beginning in Fall 2019. We are seeking a teacher-scholar with an innovative research agenda and dedication to the undergraduate teaching of Russian language, literature, and culture.

Applicants must have a Ph. D., a native or near-native command of Russian and English, and an ability to teach language at all levels. In addition to specialized courses, the successful candidate will also teach a broad range of courses in Russian literature and culture and have the opportunity to lead our summer language program in St. Petersburg. While the area of specialization is open, candidates with expertise in post-Soviet and contemporary Russian culture, media, cross-cultural studies, or the non-Russian regions of the former Soviet Union and Eastern Europe are particularly welcome.

Students at Dartmouth are diverse by many measures, and the College seeks to foster an atmosphere of openness and inclusivity. We particularly seek applicants with an interest in teaching and mentoring students from all backgrounds. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative in student outreach and the diversification of our curriculum.

Please submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, sample research (a chapter or article), and three letters of reference through Interfolio, where a complete description of the position can be found at https://apply.interfolio.com/53329. The deadline for receipt of all materials is October 15, 2018. Application review will begin November 1, 2018 and continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews will take place at the ASEEES convention in Boston, December 7-9 or by Skype for those unable to attend. Inquiries may be directed to Professor Mikhail Gronas, Department of Russian, 201 Reed Hall, Dartmouth College, Hanover NH, 03755-3570 email: [mailto:Russian.department@dartmouth.edu Russian.department@dartmouth.edu].

Dartmouth College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse campus community, and welcome applications from members of under-represented groups.

UPDATES:

ASEEES Interview x3


 * 12/20: Invitation to on-campus interview X 2

Hamilton College (NY) - TT Asst. Professor in Russian
Hamilton College's Department of German and Russian invites applications for a tenure-track position in Russian at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2019. The Department seeks candidates of native or near-native fluency in Russian whose research interests focus on one or more of the following areas:  literature, media studies, translation, or cultural studies. Interdisciplinary subjects and participation in related departments are strongly encouraged. The candidate must possess demonstrated excellence in scholarship and teaching in both Russian and English, including all levels of language. We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate their experience in teaching and working with a diverse student population. The cover letter should address ways in which you raise issues of diversity in teaching, scholarship, and service.

Candidates with ABD will be considered, although candidates with a Ph. D. are preferred. The teaching load for this position is four courses during the first year and five courses thereafter. Candidates should submit CV and cover letter via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/55723. Questions regarding the search may be directed to John Bartle, Search Committee Chair, at [mailto:jbartle@hamilton.edu jbartle@hamilton.edu]. Our review of applications will begin on December 10, 2018.

Hamilton (www.hamilton.edu) is a residential liberal arts college located in upstate New York. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find other Hamilton and nearby academic job listings at www.upstatenyherc.org, as well as additional information at https://www.hamilton.edu/offices/dof/faculty-support-resources/resources-for-prospective-or-new-faculty/opportunities-for-spouses-or-partners (Opportunities for Spouses or Partners). Hamilton College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in all areas of the campus community. Hamilton provides domestic partner benefits. Candidates from underrepresented groups in higher education are especially encouraged to apply.

UPDATES:


 * 1/3/2019- Request for more materials (x2) - Did you receive an email from the search committee? -Yes.

1/3/2019 - Also requested for more materials, mention of possible Skype interview this week or next.

Indiana University (IN) - TT Assistant Professor in Russian Literature and Culture
The Department of Slavic and East European Languages and Cultures at Indiana University, Bloomington, seeks to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in Russian literature and culture, beginning in Fall 2019. The successful candidate will be an excellent teacher and will hold the Ph.D. degree in Slavic Languages and Literatures, or an equivalent discipline, with an emphasis on Russian. Area of specialization is open, but we would be especially interested in a candidate whose work bridges Indiana's strengths in Russian literature with other forms of cultural expression (music, film, performance, etc.). The successful candidate will have native or near-native Russian, fluent English, and experience teaching English-speaking students. Familiarity with the American university system is required. Indiana’s Slavic department features one of a handful of Russian Flagship programs in the U.S., enjoys strong institutional support, and has a long history of collaboration across a wide variety of disciplines.

Send all materials: letter of application, curriculum vitae, writing sample, and three letters of support electronically to http://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/6749. Applications should be submitted by October 31, 2018 but will be considered until the position has been filled. Current plans are to conduct initial interviews at ASEEES in Boston or by skype, after which we hope to invite a short list of candidates to Bloomington for on-campus interviews.

Questions regarding the application process or position, contact Tricia Hodges at 812-855-2608, iuslavic@indiana.edu, c/o the Search Committee, Slavic & E. European Languages & Cultures Department, Global and International Studies Building, 355 N. Jordan, room 4050, Bloomington, IN, 47405-1105, USA.

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community of students and scholars.

UPDATES:

ASEEES interview request (11/22)

Pennsylvania State University (PA) - TT Assistant Professor of Russian and Global Studies
The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Russian and Global Studies, at the rank of assistant professor, with a specialization in 19th, 20th, or 21st-century Russian literature and the ability to teach a variety of courses in global studies. Candidates should be capable of teaching all levels of Russian language, have a strong publication record/research agenda, and be able to contribute to the department’s M.A. program in Russian and Comparative Literature. Additional expertise in another Slavic language is welcome. Candidates should be able to contribute to the Global Studies Program, including its undergraduate major, which introduces students to humanistic and social scientific methods for approaching globalization and global problems in any of five designated options: Human Rights; Culture and Identity; Global Conflict; Wealth and Inequality; or Health and Environment. Visit our program websites at http://german.la.psu.edu/ and http://glis.la.psu.edu/. The preferred start date of this position will be August 2019. The position requires a Ph.D. in Russian, Slavic Studies, or related field in hand by time of appointment; appropriate teaching experience; relevant record of publication and ongoing research potential. Screening of applications will begin October 1, 2018, although all applications will be considered until the search is concluded. To apply, upload a letter of application, CV, and the names of three references electronically at https://psu.jobs. Questions may be addressed to Carissa Milliman (clm312@psu.edu) for forwarding to the appropriate faculty member.

INDEED.COM

UPDATES:


 * Zoom interview invitation (10/22) X 2
 * Campus Interviews in progress (11/26-11/30) X 2

University of California, Berkeley (CA) - TT Asst. Professor - Balkan/South Slavic Studies
The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a full-time faculty position at the Assistant Professor level (tenure track), in the area of Balkan/South Slavic Studies. The expected start date is July 1, 2019.

The department seeks a specialist in South Slavic Languages/Literatures/Cultures whose primary focus is Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian (BCS). This may include specializations in literature, folklore, linguistics, and/or the cultural history of the region. Candidates will be expected to supervise BCS language instruction and should be able to teach BCS at the advanced level. Expertise in additional Slavic languages is welcomed. The University of California is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research, and service.

Required minimum qualification at the time of application: Completion of all PhD (or equivalent international degree) requirements except the dissertation.

Preferred qualifications: Native or near-native competence in Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian and in English. Completion of the Ph.D. (or equivalent international degree) strongly preferred by the start date of the position. Demonstrated research, teaching, and administrative abilities.

To apply for consideration, please visit the following link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF01863

Application materials: cover letter, including a statement of research and summary of teaching experience; curriculum vitae; brief research sample (article-size; published or unpublished; in English); three letters of recommendation. All letters of recommendation will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality (http://apo.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html) prior to submitting their letters, including when their letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center).

Additional written materials, such as a statement of contributions to diversity, may be requested at a later stage in the search.

Applications must be received by October 25, 2018.

First-round interviews will be held at the ASEEES convention December 6-9, 2018 in Boston, MA -- or by Skype if necessary. Candidates selected for these interviews will be notified as soon as possible in advance of the convention. While in-person interviews are preferred, candidates will not be disqualified for not attending the conference.

Please direct questions to issahr@berkeley.edu.

UPDATES:
 * Also posted at Linguistics 2018-2019

University of Delaware (DE) - TT Asst. Professor - Russian
The Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at the University of Delaware invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Russian, Tenure Track, for a 1 September 2019 start date. The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Russian language, literature or culture, with a strong commitment to teaching, program administration and interdisciplinary research. Applications are especially encouraged from candidates whose research focuses on contemporary Russian literature and culture, and one or more of the following areas: film, visual arts, cultural studies, gender studies, environmental humanities, medical humanities or digital humanities.

Candidates must have a PhD in Russian (in hand), a proven record of excellence in teaching, native or near-native fluency in both English and Russian, and an existing or emerging record of strong scholarship. Ideal candidate will be called to provide leadership and vision for building the Russian program at UD. Academic responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate courses (from beginner to advanced), leading independent study courses and developing innovative, interdisciplinary, topical courses (e.g. courses focusing on gender, technology and society, human rights, etc.). Dynamic teaching skills will be essential. Sharing in departmental administration will be expected. Anticipated teaching load: 5 courses per year. An interest in developing and directing study abroad programs for Russian is highly desirable.

To Apply: Using the Interfolio® online system at UD, http://apply.interfolio.com/55216, Applicants are asked upload a cover letter addressing qualifications for the position, a current curriculum vitae and contact information for three references. The search committee will solicit letters of recommendation and other materials from selected applicants. Inquiries, but not application materials, should be forwarded to Dr. Jorge Cubillos, Search Committee Chair, Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures. The deadline for submission of application materials is October 15, 2018. Further information about the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures may be found at https://www.dllc.udel.edu.

Recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of America’s best universities to work for in 2012, the University of Delaware is located midway between Philadelphia and Baltimore with access to regional transit and is a Sea Grant, Space Grant and Land Grant institution.

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 * 10/30: Request for Skype interview. x 2

University of Illinois at Chicago (IL) - TT Assistant Professor of Russian Literature and Culture
Assistant Professor of Russian Literature and Culture, Department of Slavic and Baltic Languages and Literatures, University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)

The Department of Slavic and Baltic Languages and Literatures and the School of Literatures, Culture Studies and Linguistics at the University of Illinois at Chicago announce a search to fill a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in Russian literature and culture. The appointment is expected to begin on August 16, 2019. Please visit our website to learn more about our department and faculty: https://lcsl.uic.edu/slavic-baltic

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Russian Literature or Russian Film or a related field by the starting date of August 16, 2019. Native or near-native competence in Russian is required.

TO APPLY: To learn more about the position and to apply by November 5, 2018, please visit: https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=101772

Final authorization of the position is subject to the availability of funding.

MLA JIL 9/14/18

UPDATES:

Recommendations requested (11/8)

Request for ASEEES interview (11/16) + 3


 * Has anyone heard back about their interview time slot?
 * Anyone hear back about campus interviews? I assume no word after 1.5 weeks is a bad sign, but who knows..
 * Request for Campus Visit 12/19 x2

UMass Amherst - Amesbury Professorship for Polish Language, Literature, and Culture
The University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks a scholar at the rank of Associate Professor with a background in Polish literature, language, film, or cultural studies and a record of teaching and publication suitable for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor. The position will begin September 1, 2019.

Ph.D. in Polish literature, language, film, or cultural studies and excellence in and a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, including Polish language courses. We are particularly interested in candidates with an outstanding record and potential for future achievement in research and a commitment to community outreach and engagement. Related scholarly interests are welcome, including East European or other continental languages, literatures, and cinemas. Applicants at the rank of Assistant Professor who can demonstrate an exceptional record of research and teaching in Polish and in Film and Media Studies will be considered.

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To apply, please submit 1) application letter addressing your qualifications; 2) CV; 3) list of three current references with full contact information including valid email addresses; and 4) an article or chapter reflecting your recent research.

All application materials must be received by the priority deadline of January 18, 2019 to insure full consideration, but review of applications may continue until the position is filled.

Application materials will not be returned. Inquiries about the position should be addressed to Prof. Moira Inghilleri and Prof. Jim Hicks, Co-Chairs, Amesbury Professorship Search Committee, at minghilleri@complit.umass.edu and jhicks@complit.umass.edu.

More information and link to apply at http://careers.umass.edu/amherst/en-us/job/496396/amesbury-professorship-for-teaching-and-research-of-the-polish-language-literature-and-culture

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (NC) - TT Asst. Professor - Central European Studies
The Department of Germanic and Slavic Languages and Literatures at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (http://gsll.unc.edu/) invites applications for a full time, tenure track position: Assistant Professor (Working Title: Laszlo Birinyi, Sr. Fellow) in Central European Studies to begin July 1, 2019.

The successful candidate will maintain an active research program, teach a range of courses in Central European culture, literature, and/or film, and perform service for the department and other units in the university such as the Center for Slavic, Eurasian and East European Studies.

Doctorate (or foreign equivalent) in Germanic Languages and Literatures, Slavic Languages and Literatures, or a related field by July 1, 2019 required. Candidates should have a strong research portfolio that includes Central European literature, film, or other media.

Applicants must apply online at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/148713, and upload 1) a letter of application; 2) a current CV; 3) statements of research and teaching philosophy; 4) an English- language scholarly writing sample of no more than 25 pages; and 5) the names, titles, and contact information for four individuals willing to submit letters of recommendation on their behalf. These reference providers will be contacted via email with instructions for uploading their letters of support. Reference letters must be signed and written on institutional letterhead.

Open until filled; review of applications will begin on November 15, 2018. Preliminary interviews will be conducted via Skype.

Inquiries to: CentralEuropeanSearch@unc.edu.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes all to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities

UPDATES:

Rejection letter received (12/18)
 * Also posted at German Studies 2018-2019

University of Pittsburgh (PA) - TT Advanced Assistant or Associate Professor of Russian (19th c. Russian Lit.)
The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Advanced Assistant or Associate Professor, with a specialization in nineteenth-century Russian literature and culture, to begin in August 2019, pending budgetary approval. The person hired will be expected to become Chair of the Department, a position that requires tenure, upon or shortly after hire. For that reason, candidates must be tenurable or, in the case of Assistant Professor applicants, sufficiently advanced in their careers to be tenurable within three years after the beginning of employment. The teaching load is four courses per year plus administrative responsibilities, reduced to two courses per year for Department Chairs.

Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment. Applicants must demonstrate scholarly achievement and promise of continued scholarly achievement appropriate for the level of appointment, as well as a strong interest and meaningful experience in teaching. Native or near-native (or ACTFL superior-level) proficiency in English and Russian is required, and expertise in a second Slavic language and literature is desirable, as is experience in academic administration. In addition to undergraduate- and graduate-level courses in Russian literature and culture, the position may require teaching Russian language at all levels (including content-based advanced courses) and general-education literature and culture courses in English (both large, lecture-based courses and smaller, discussion-oriented ones).

Candidates should submit, through the link above, a letter of application, CV, research and teaching profiles, representative student teaching evaluations, representative syllabi, samples of scholarly writing (the length of one or two journal articles), and the names and contact information for three persons able to provide confidential professional letters of recommendation (we do not need the letters themselves at this time, but we do need the names of the recommenders). Please also provide a brief description of how your research, teaching or service demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Questions may be directed to Ms. Monika Losagio, Administrative Officer (412-624-5221, losagio@pitt.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and diversity. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Apply online: https://apply.interfolio.com/55815

UPDATES:


 * 11/7 request to fill out a demographics form.  X2

University of Rochester (NY) - TT Assistant Professor of Russian (Language, Literature and Culture)
The University of Rochester Department of Modern Languages and Cultures ( http://www.sas.rochester.edu/mlc/ ) invites applications for a tenure track position as Assistant Professor in Russian (language, literature and culture). We are seeking a candidate with a strong research program, dedication to the undergraduate teaching of Russian language, literature, and culture and the ability to lead our four-week summer language program in St. Petersburg.Teaching load is two courses per semester (4 courses/year) for undergraduates and graduate students in humanities disciplines across the college. Applicants must have a Ph. D., native or near-native command of Russian and English, and experience teaching language at all levels. While the area of specialization is open, candidates with expertise in post-Soviet and contemporary Russian literature, cinema and culture are particularly welcome.

Faculty in MLC also have the opportunity to contribute to the University's strong interdisciplinary programs in Literary Translation Studies, Film and Media Studies, the Graduate Program in Visual and Cultural Studies and the Susan B. Anthony Institute for Gender & Women's Studies. Appointment is effective July 1, 2019 with teaching duties beginning August 2019.

The University of Rochester, an Equal Opportunity Employer, has a strong commitment to diversity and actively encourages applications from groups underrepresented in higher education.

Application materials (statement, teaching philosophy, current CV, writing sample, 3 letters of recommendation) addressed to Professor John Givens, MLC Chair, should be submitted online by October 15, 2018 at https://www.rochester.edu/faculty-recruiting. Application review will begin November 1, 2018 and continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews will take place by Skype and/or at the ASEEES convention in Boston, December 7-9. Address questions to johngivens@rochester.edu.

The University of Rochester, an Equal Opportunity Employer, has a strong commitment to diversity and actively encourages applications from candidates from groups underrepresented in higher education.

Chronicle

UPDATES:


 * 11/18: Request for Zoom or Skype Interview

Yale University (CT) - TT Assistant Professor of Slavic Languages and Literature
Yale University's Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor, with an anticipated appointment start date of July 2019. While the area of specialization is open, candidates with expertise in drama and performance studies, ethnicity studies, gender studies, and the 18th-early 19th centuries are particularly welcome. The successful candidate will possess native or near-native fluency in Russian.

Selected candidates must have a PhD or equivalent degree at time of hire. To ensure full consideration, please submit all application materials (cover letter, current CV, writing sample of no more than 25 pages prepared for anonymous review, a minimum of three letters of recommendation from outside Yale) addressed to Professor John MacKay, Chair, by October 15, 2018 at http://apply.interfolio.com/54722. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2018 and continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews will take place by Skype and/or at the ASEEES convention in Boston, December 7-9. Address any questions to john.mackay@yale.edu.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

MLA JIL 9/14/18

UPDATES:

Conference interview invitation (email 11/15)

University of Georgia (GA) - Flagship Program Lecturer in Russian (begin Jan. 2019)
The Department of Germanic and Slavic Studies and the Russian Flagship Center at the University of Georgia invite applications for the position of Russian Flagship Program Lecturer. The successful candidate will teach a 3/3 load of intensive, proficiency-oriented undergraduate Russian language courses at all levels. These courses may include individual and small-group Russian language tutoring. Additional responsibilities will include assisting the Flagship Program Directors with the development of the Russian Flagship curriculum and with Russian proficiency assessments.

The appointment will begin January 1, 2019.

The federally-funded Language Flagship programs seek to prepare students who will take their place among the next generation of global professionals, commanding a superior level of proficiency in languages critical to competitiveness and security for the United States. This position is currently funded through the academic year 2019-2020. Its continuation is contingent upon renewal of the federal grant.

Qualifications
 * Ph.D. in Russian/Slavic Studies, second language acquisition, language pedagogy, or a closely related field
 * a record of proven excellence in teaching Russian
 * native or near-native fluency in both Russian and English.

To apply, please submit a cover letter that addresses the position’s responsibilities and required qualifications as described above; a curriculum vitae; syllabi of representative courses taught by the candidate; and the names and contact information for three references who can provide letters of recommendation. The candidate selected for hire will also be required to provide original transcripts showing degrees earned. The application file and reference letters should be submitted online at http://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/32559 by November 1, 2018.

The new Russian Flagship Center is a collaborative effort between the College of Education’s Department of Language and Literacy Education and the Department of Germanic and Slavic Languages in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. Both departments, both colleges with their many units, and University of Georgia are committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students, and sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests. Georgia is well known for its quality of life in regard to both outdoor and urban activities (www.georgia.org). UGA is a land and sea grant institution located in Athens, 70 miles northeast of Atlanta, the state capital (http://www.visitathensga.com; www.uga.edu).

In case of questions, please contact the Flagship Program Director, Dr. Victoria Hasko (vhasko@uga.edu) and the Assistant Director, Dr. Olga Thomason (olgath@uga.edu).

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University of Pittsburgh (PA) - Lecturer of Russian (2 Positions)
The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for two non-tenure-stream faculty positions at the rank of Lecturer to begin in August 2019, pending budgetary approval. In addition to undergraduate courses in Russian literature and culture, the position may require teaching Russian language at all levels (including content-based advanced courses) and general-education literature and culture courses in English (both large lecture-based courses and smaller discussion-oriented ones). Initial appointment is for one year, followed by a renewable three-year contract.

Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment. Native or near-native (or ACTFL superior-level) proficiency in English and Russian is required, and expertise in a second Slavic language and literature is desirable.

Candidates should submit, through the link above, a letter of application, CV, research and teaching profiles, representative student teaching evaluations, representative syllabi, samples of scholarly writing (the length of one or two journal articles), and the names and contact information for three persons able to provide confidential professional letters of recommendation (we do not need the letters themselves at this time, but we do need the names of the recommenders). Please also provide a brief description of how your research, teaching or service demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Questions may be directed to Ms. Monika Losagio, Administrative Officer (412-624-5221, losagio@pitt.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and diversity. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.

Apply online: https://apply.interfolio.com/55814

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University of Virginia (VA) - Non-TT Asst. Professor - Slavic Languages and Literatures
The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures invites applicants to fill a three-year, potentially renewable Assistant Professor position on the Academic General Faculty (tenure-ineligible) with an anticipated start date of December 25, 2018.

Subject areas of particular need include, but are not limited to: Slavic folklore, film, cultures, and literatures, and Polish language. Compensation will take the form of full-time salary with full-time benefits. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. at the time of application or be on track to receive a Ph.D. in the relevant field by December 1, 2018. Applicants must hold the terminal degree at the time of appointment.

Candidates must have a strong, demonstrated commitment to teaching, and experience in teaching large-enrollment courses. Applications will be considered beginning September 3, 2018; the position will remain open until filled.

To apply, please complete a Candidate Profile online at: Jobs@UVa (https://jobs.virginia.edu), and electronically attach the following: 1. a current CV, 2. a cover letter that includes a detailed statement of teaching philosophy, 3. the applicant's most recent student evaluations (attach to Other 1), 4. a writing sample, and 5. three letters of recommendation from references who can comment in detail on the applicant's teaching and service. Search on posting 0623456. Short-list candidates should expect to send a teaching portfolio or other proof of teaching excellence.

Questions regarding this position should be directed to: Edith Clowes, Chair, Search Committee eec3c@virginia.edu

The University will perform background checks on all new hires before making a final offer of employment.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

MLA JIL 9/14/18

UPDATES:

Kibitzing - Opinions, Rumors, and Chitchat

 * Please note that the Yale job is genuinely open field -- drama and performance studies, ethnicity studies, gender studies, and work on the 18th-early 19th centuries are meant as non-exclusive examples of areas of interest.
 * There are very few updates on the specific job postings -- nothing happening yet or people just not posting about it? Hoping the former!
 * Good question. It does seem that the wiki has fallen out of favor among Slavists, whereas it remains popular with other fields. Is there another source of information that I don't know about?
 * I haven't heard from anywhere other than Penn State, which I posted about above. My guess would be that ASEEES interview invitations will be any day now (if, of course, they haven't been extended already). But ASEEES is unusually late this year, so I wouldn't be surprised if interviews hadn't been scheduled.

Did anyone who interviewed at the ASEEES (for any job) get a campus invite? I need to be put out of my limbo-misery at this point. (x2) ^ I had several interviews at ASEEES and have yet to hear from any of the committees. This is not unusual. Typically, the committees meet the following week, formulate their short list, and then send that list to the deans, who can sometimes take several weeks to decide on their selections. Of course, every institution does things slightly differently, but 'limbo-misery' is normally a months-long condition at this time of year.