Position Information
Proposed Faculty Rank Assistant Professor/ Associate Professor/Professor
Department 00091 - World Languages and Cultures
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Tenure Track
New Position to Begin 7/1/25
Details
The Department of World Languages & Cultures at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured position in Russian literature and culture at any rank to begin in Fall 2025 (contract begins July 1).
We seek a dynamic scholar with an active research agenda and a high level of academic engagement in the field. The period and area of specialization are open. Candidates who could complement department strengths in memory studies, race and postcolonial studies, religious studies, and performance studies are encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in candidates whose expertise would allow them to build connections between the Department and interdisciplinary programs across campus, for example: Diplomacy, Medical Humanities, Environmental Humanities, and Asian Studies.
Teaching excellence and native or near-native proficiency in Russian and English are required. The teaching load is two courses per semester (2-2). The successful candidate will be able to teach survey courses in English covering Russian literatures and cultures, courses in the area of specialization, and Russian language courses depending on the needs of the program. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Russian literature, culture, media studies, or a related field in hand by time of appointment. Experience teaching at the college/university level in North America is preferred.
Complete applications will include a cover letter, CV, writing sample in English, one-page teaching statement, and contact information for three references. Letters of recommendation will be requested from the three references listed on the application for candidates who advance to the interview stage. For full consideration, applications must be received by November 1, 2024. Questions may be addressed to Prof. Cindi Textor, chair of the search committee (cindi.textor@utah.edu).
As scholarly communities that stimulate innovation and educational excellence, the College of Humanities and the Department of World Languages & Cultures work to maintain a respectful and supportive environment where everyone can flourish. We are actively working to create community and belonging for all. We value constructive input and welcome feedback from our community.
Located in metropolitan Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the University of Utah is the state's flagship R1 research institution and a member of the Association of American Universities. The university emphasizes exceptional scholarship, quality teaching, and professional service. It serves over 35,000 students from across the U.S. and the world, with over 72 major subjects at the undergraduate level and more than 90 major fields of study at the graduate level, such as law and medicine.
Known for its proximity to seven world-class ski resorts within 40 minutes of campus, the University of Utah encourages an active, holistic lifestyle, innovation, and collaborative thinking to engage students, faculty, and business leaders. Salt Lake City is a vibrant, major metropolitan area with a multicultural population and numerous cultural and outdoor activities.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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Notice
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Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 08/30/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN01262CF
Type Faculty
