June 13, 2013
Job: Russian Lecturer Position at Swarthmore College
Lecturer (Russian)
The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Swarthmore College invites applications for a lecturer position (instructional staff) in Russian language, beginning Fall 2013. Applicants should have native or near-native competence in both Russian and English, experience teaching North American post-secondary students, demonstrated excellence in language teaching, and enthusiasm for Russian language and culture. Knowledge of teaching technology is essential.
The position requires an MA or PhD degree (or ABD) in a relevant field. The teaching load will include four sections of Russian language classes (first and second year, fall and spring, co-taught with faculty members), an Introduction to Russian Culture (taught entirely in Russian) in the fall, a half-credit conversation course in the spring, and co-curricular activities (attending Russian Table, supporting Russian Club, working with faculty on various kinds of cultural programming).
The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of renewal. The 7/8-time position includes health benefits and some support for professional development. Salary will depend partly on experience.
Please send curriculum vitae, cover letter, and the names of three references to: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/2706. If unable to submit online, send materials to:
Professor Sibelan Forrester
Chair, Russian Lecturer Search Committee
Modern Languages and Literatures
Swarthmore College
500 College Avenue
Swarthmore, PA 19081-1390
Evaluation of applicants will begin on June 24 and will continue until the position is filled.
Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college, located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence through diversity in its educational program and employment practices. The College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world.
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June 11, 2013
Job: Part-time Russian, Mandarin Chinese and Arabic Teachers
Part-time Russian, Mandarin Chinese and Arabic Teachers needed
Cloudberry Language School is a new generation language school that focuses on teaching some of the world’s most widespread languages which are not taught as commonly in the U.S. - Russian, Mandarin Chinese and Arabic. At Cloudberry we offer corporate training and fun pre-travel classes. We also have separate programs for children who speak another language at home.
Learn more about Cloudberry, an expert in creating cross-cultural understanding and fostering bilingualism at: www.cloudberrylanguageschool.com
Cloudberry is looking for flexible, well-rounded and passionate teachers of Russian, Mandarin Chinese and Arabic languages and culture.
Requirements
1. BA, MA desired
2. Understanding the second language acquisition process and teaching techniques
3. Ability to communicate with different people and incorporate fun activities (both with adults and children)
4. Ability to create engaging, effective and interesting lessons based on practical materials
5. Enthusiasm for culture and language
6. A desire to learn and attend training sessions
7. Motivation to grow in foreign language education
8. Proficiency in English (and the target language)
9. Experience teaching foreign languages is desired
Cloudberry provides training to all new teachers.
Responsibilities
Developing and implementing communicative, task-based, student-centered, and proficiency-oriented learning activities in accordance with course requirements
Explaining concepts clearly and coherently to students and providing constructive feedback to students in a timely manner.
Assisting with the evaluation of students as necessary
Participating in field trips within the Chicago area
Holding lessons that include survival, familiarization, language/regional expertise/culture, initial acquisition, sustainment/enhancement, situational, and live environment training
Part-time, different locations in Chicago and the suburbs, work on evenings and weekends is possible, work with adults and/or children at all levels of proficiency.
Benefits:
Opportunity for training and development in foreign language education
Free lessons for teachers and their children
Community of like-minded professionals
Opportunity to provide the local communities with a global perspective
To apply, please email your resume to ksenia@cloudberrylanguageschool.com
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Job: Russian teacher Noble Street College Prep
Noble Street College Prep (Chicago, IL) is looking for a half-time or full-time high school teacher to instruct a first year mixed course in Russian language, culture and history.
The ideal candidate would be able to effectively teach elementary Russian language skills as well as critical thinking skills regarding the history and culture to students of all ability levels. Additionally, the ability to relate positively to teenagers and manage a classroom is a must, as is enthusiasm for all things Russian and the ability to create engaging lessons. The school is a charter, so a teaching certificate for Illinois is not necessary. Noble Street is a non-selective enrollment school. The students with whom you would work will be 11th graders.
Interested candidates should apply online at http://www.noblenetwork.org/job-opportunities/meet-our-team and then click on the "apply now" tab on the right edge of that webpage. Next, select Noble Street College Prep and the position of ‘Russian Teacher’). Noble Street’s principal, Bill Olsen, is in charge of hiring.
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Job: Curator and Scientific Director for the redesign of the Austrian exhibition at the State Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau
Deadline: June 13, 2013
The Austrian National Fund has issued a call to tender for the renewal of the Austrian National Exhibition at Auschwitz. The tender documents regarding the positions of Curator and Scientific Director for the redesign of the Austrian exhibition at the State Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau became available on May 14, 2013.
The Austrian National Fund has issued a call to tender for the renewal of the Austrian National Exhibition at Auschwitz. The tender documents regarding the positions of Curator and Scientific Director for the redesign of the Austrian exhibition at the State Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau became available on May 14, 2013.
Detailed information on the call to tender can be downloaded at
http://www.en.nationalfonds.org/docs/auschwitz-hinweis_v2_en.pdf
Enquiries regarding the tender document should be directed to the issuing office:
The Austrian Federal Chancellery
Department I/8
to the attention of aegidius.winkler@bka.gv.at
General enquiries can be directed to:
National Fund of the Republic of Austria for Victims of National Socialism
Dr.-Karl-Renner-Ring 3
1017 Vienna
+43 (1) 408 12 63
presse@nationalfonds.org
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June 06, 2013
Job: Director Border Management Staff College, OSCE Office in Tajikistan
Deadline: June 26, 2013
PAE Government Services, under contract for the U.S. Department of State, is seeking applications from well-qualified U.S. citizens for the following position within the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE):
Director Border Management Staff College, OSCE Office in Tajikistan
Level: Senior Management
Area of Expertise: General Staff/Monitoring Functions
Vacancy number: VNTAJS00272
Duty station: Tajikistan
Apply by: 06/26/13
View the job description:
https://www.pae.com/career-react-opportunities
In order to receive full consideration, interested parties should create an online application and enter the relevant vacancy number at: https://www.pae.com/career-react by June 26. Only finalists will be contacted. PAE-REACT will interview short-listed candidates in order to make nominations by the OSCE deadline of July 2.
Requirements include, but are not limited to:
- Advanced education/certified training course in relevant field. Advanced degree in a management discipline an asset
- Minimum 10 years relevant, diversified and progressively responsible professional experience including at least 5 years at the management level relevant to the actual position
- Served/serving as senior manager in a national training institute that engages in instruction for border-related issues, to include budget and personnel management duties, as well as public presentation of the institution or entity
- Extensive work experience in senior level leadership positions in any of the following environments: border security and management agencies, training and education institutions
- Management and leadership qualities including ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national, cultural and religious backgrounds, different genders, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity
- Prior experience in border security and management related fields such as international customs practices and procedures, law enforcement, military observation
- Experience in results-based program management
- Knowledge of OSCE principles and commitments (desired)
- Working knowledge of the Russian language (desired)
- Knowledge of Tajik, Dari or other OSCE languages (desired)
- Experience in cooperative initiatives in partnership with international organizations, non-governmental organizations or private implementing partners (desired)
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JOB: Executive Director (The STS Center at the European University at Saint Petersburg)
The STS Center at the European University at Saint Petersburg is looking to hire an Executive Director for a project funded by the Ministry of Education through a Mega Grant. The project’s main research goal is to study the population of Russian Computer Scientists in Russia and abroad (Silicon Valley, Boston-Cambridge, New York, Paris, etc). It will develop new methods in the fields of science, technology and society, diaspora studies, technology transfer, and economic sociology. The anticipated scientific outcome of the project is the publication of a series of articles and books.
The Administrative/Executive Director will work on both academic/research and administrative aspects of the grant under the guidance of Mario Biagioli and Vincent Antonin Lepinay. She/he will coordinate the various activities of the STS center (bi-annual conferences, monthly seminars, summer schools). A background in STS approaches to computer science and IT is desirable but not required. She/he will operate at the interface of the European University, the Ministry of Education and the research team. Beyond the project, it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to building the first world class STS center in the post-soviet region.
The candidate should be available to join EUSP between late Summer/early Fall 2013. The initial appointment is for 30 months with the possibility of conversion to a tenured position after successful completion of the grant objectives and pending success of fundraising efforts.
A combination of the following skills will be appreciated:
-A strong academic background in one or more of the fields of research developed by the research team. A PhD in hand is a plus; ABD will also be considered.
-Willingness to present and promote the project in the media and to organize outreach activities.
-Eagerness to work in a competitive university with a team of international scholars and a group of motivated students.
-Experience in animating and administering a large research program will be considered an asset.
- Proficiency in Russian (expected reading and speaking, writing is a plus) .
Competitive salary commensurate to experience.
Send your application (CV, letter of intent and writing sample) to STS@eu.spb.ru.
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June 04, 2013
CREES JOB: Executive Director position, Council of the Humanities
Job Title
Executive Director
Department
Council of the Humanities - 210
https://jobs.princeton.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=195305
Position Summary
The executive director functions as the chief operating officer of the Council of the Humanities, working with faculty, students, visiting scholars and journalists, alumni and donors. The executive director works closely with the chair of the Council to execute policy and strategic direction for the operation of the Council and participates in short and long-term planning for Council operations and activities. While the chair establishes the academic and intellectual direction of the Council, the executive director provides support for the chair's vision. The executive director is responsible for ensuring that the faculty, students, and staff have the necessary resources to carry out their academic, research, and administrative duties. The executive director reports directly to the Council chair, with a secondary reporting relationship to the Director of Academic Management in the Office of the Provost.
The three most important aspects of the executive director's responsibilities are financial management, staff supervision, and academic management. In some cases, the executive director is primarily responsible for supervising others who carry out the tasks described below; the executive director is also directly responsible for some of these tasks. The executive director ensures that all internal deadlines are met and that the Council is compliant with all internal guidelines and external regulations. The executive director will work in collaboration with other academic and administrative units. The executive director is responsible for attending all relevant training classes offered by the University pertaining to these duties.
Budget and financial management: The executive director develops the administrative budget for the Council, in collaboration with the chair. The executive director is responsible for careful and appropriate management of the administrative allowance, endowed and restricted funds, and grants/sponsored research. The executive director monitors spending and provides regular and timely analysis and projections of the available funds to the chair. The executive director advises the chair on the awarding of grants to departments, groups, and individuals.
Staff supervision: The executive director supervises the hiring, performance reviews, merit increase process, and terminations of the administrative staff and technical staff. Human Resources staff members in the Council have a formal reporting relationship to the executive director, although they may have an informal or secondary reporting relationship to a faculty member or other staff member.
Academic management: The executive director has oversight of 23 centers/programs under the Council. Some of these programs are administered by other managers reporting to the executive director; the executive director also directly administers several programs including: Visiting Fellows program (6 Long-Term Fellows; 10 Short-Term Fellows/year), the Humanistic Studies Program, the Journalism program. The executive director supervises the administration of the teaching component of Council's activities, ensuring that the Council meets all deadlines for the offices of the Dean of the Faculty, Registrar, Dean of the College, and the Graduate School. The executive director is responsible for the teaching budget; appointments for faculty and postdoctoral researchers; budget for faculty leaves; submissions for faculty summer salary; appointments of visiting fellows and visiting students; course and enrollment information.
The executive director will assist in the recruitment of faculty for HUM courses and administer the interdisciplinary certificate program in Humanistic Studies. The executive director will coordinate relations with donors and alumni. The executive director will also review the use of space in Chancellor Green.
Required qualifications:
- Advanced degree required.
- 6-10 years in administrative management or related position(s) in higher education and/or non-profit settings.
- Demonstrated experience in budget management and oversight of financial operations, including financial reporting. Ability to think strategically, including the analytical acumen necessary to interpret financial information and manage data.
- Substantial experience in the supervision and monitoring of staff relations and staff development and delegation of supervisory responsibility.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to anticipate and initiate appropriate action in support of the chair and faculty.
- Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to collaborate effectively.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Advanced Microsoft Office suite skills, especially in Excel, and ability to learn new systems quickly.
Preferred qualifications:
- Ph.D. in a humanities discipline preferred.
- Administrative experience at Princeton University.
- Experience with Princeton systems (COEUS, Information warehouse, Labor Accounting, Time Collection, PeopleSoft).
- Management experience in an educational setting.
-Teaching experience in higher education.
Directory Title
Executive Director
Job Function
Administrative or Professional
Grade
ADM 080
Standard Hours
Education Required
Advanced Degree
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled or See Position Summary.
Instructions for Applying
Complete the online application and click "Apply to this Posting" at the top of the posting details page.
Documents which can be associated with this posting
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Proposed Start Date
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May 23, 2013
Job: Editor of AATSEEL Newsletter
Deadline: July 15, 2013
AATSEEL seeks to appoint a new editor of its Newsletter. The Newsletter editor is assisted by several subeditors but has responsibility for the general appearance and typographic quality of the publication. The new editor will also be expected to undertake a graphic redesign of the Newsletter. New directions in content, such as issues devoted to particular themes or places in the Slavic and eastern European world, are also possible. Ideally, the publication will also shift to a web-friendly version in place of the current .pdf format. The appointment is to a five-year renewable term, with compensation of $2500 per issue, or $10,000 per annum. Applicants should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and 2 or 3 page statement of ideas for the publication’s redesign to aatseel@usc.edu by 15 July 2013.
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Job: Lecturer in Rusisan Cinema and Culture
Application deadline: JUNE 12, 2013
Lecturer in Russian Cinema and Culture, - Ref:1333139
School of Slavonic and East European Studies, University College London.
UCL Department / Division School of Slavonic and East European Studies
Grades 7-8
Hours - Full Time
Salary (inclusive of London allowance) Grade 7 £36,064 - £39,132 per annum
or Grade 8 £40,216 - £47,441 per annum
Duties and Responsibilities
The post holder will develop and enhance the School’s strengths in Russian
cinema,with a possibility for bringing additional expertise in Central and
East European cinema and/or film theory and/or visual culture more
broadly. Candidates will conduct high quality research, teach at both BA
and MA level, supervise PhD students and contribute generally to the
administration of teaching programmes and the support of students.
Key Requirements
The successful candidate should hold, or be about to hold, a PhD in a
relevant subject area. They will possess a strong research profile and
demonstrable track record of international research excellence and
publishing. The appointee should have the ability to construct and deliver
research-led lecture courses on topics relevant to the needs of the School
and possess excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication
skills.
Further Details
A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom
of this page.
To apply for the vacancy please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
Queries regarding the application procedure should be addressed to Esther
Wiliams (esther.williams@ucl.ac.uk). Enquiries concerning the
requirements of the post may be directed to Professor Julian Graffy
(j.graffy@ssees.ucl.ac.uk).
Candidates are asked to upload a full curriculum vitae, to include their
list of publications and grant awards; a short statement of research
interests and plans; a maximum of three research outputs (journal articles
and/or book chapters) for the selection panel to see.
UCL Taking Action for Equality
Closing Date
12 Jun 2013
Latest time for the submission of applications
12th June 2013 at 12.00 noon
Interview date
4th July 2013
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Jon: Executive Director Council of the Humanities Princeton University
Job Title
Executive Director
Department
Council of the Humanities - 210
https://jobs.princeton.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=195305
Position Summary
The executive director functions as the chief operating officer of the
Council of the Humanities, working with faculty, students, visiting
scholars and journalists,alumni and donors. The executive director works
closely with the chair of the Council to execute policy and strategic
direction for the operation of the Council and participates in short and
long-term planning for Council operations and activities. While the chair
establishes the academic and intellectual direction of
the Council, the executive director provides support for the chair's
vision. The executive director is responsible for ensuring that the
faculty, students, and staff have the necessary resources to carry out
their academic, research, and administrative duties. The executive
director reports directly to the Council chair,with a secondary reporting
relationship to the Director of Academic Management in the Office of the
Provost.
The three most important aspects of the executive director's
responsibilities are financial management, staff supervision, and academic
management. In some cases, the executive director is primarily responsible
for supervising others who carry out the tasks described below; the
executive director is also directly responsible for some of these tasks.
The executive director ensures that all internal deadlines are met and
that the Council is compliant with all internal guidelines and external
regulations. The executive director will work in collaboration with other
academic and administrative units. The executive director is responsible
for attending all relevant training classes offered by the University
pertaining to these duties.
Budget and financial management: The executive director develops the
administrative budget for the Council, in collaboration with the chair.
The executive director is responsible for careful and appropriate
management of the administrative allowance, endowed and restricted funds,
and grants/sponsored research. The executive director monitors spending
and provides regular and timely analysis and projections of the
available funds to the chair. The executive director advises the chair on
the awarding of grants to departments, groups, and individuals.
Staff supervision: The executive director supervises the hiring,
performance reviews, merit increase process, and terminations of the
administrative staff and technical staff. Human Resources staff members in
the Council have a formal reporting relationship to the executive
director, although they may have an informal or secondary reporting
relationship to a faculty member or other staff member.
Academic management: The executive director has oversight of 23
centers/programs under the Council. Some of these programs are
administered by other managers reporting to the executive director; the
executive director also directly administers several programs including:
Visiting Fellows program (6 Long-Term Fellows; 10 Short-Term
Fellows/year), the Humanistic Studies Program, the Journalism
program. The executive director supervises the administration of the
teaching component of Council's activities, ensuring that the Council
meets all deadlines for the offices of the Dean of the Faculty, Registrar,
Dean of the College, and the Graduate School. The executive director is
responsible for the teaching budget; appointments for faculty and
postdoctoral researchers; budget for faculty leaves; submissions for
faculty summer salary; appointments of visiting fellows and visiting
students; course and enrollment information.
The executive director will assist in the recruitment of faculty for HUM
courses and administer the interdisciplinary certificate program in
Humanistic Studies. The executive director will coordinate relations with
donors and alumni. The executive director will also review the use of
space in Chancellor Green.
Required qualifications:
- Advanced degree required.
- 6-10 years in administrative management or related position(s) in higher
education
and/or non-profit settings.
- Demonstrated experience in budget management and oversight of financial
operations, including financial reporting. Ability to think strategically,
including
the analytical acumen necessary to interpret financial information and
manage data.
- Substantial experience in the supervision and monitoring of staff
relations and
staff development and delegation of supervisory responsibility.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to anticipate and initiate appropriate action in support of the
chair and
faculty.
- Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to collaborate effectively.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Advanced Microsoft Office suite skills, especially in Excel, and ability
to learn
new systems quickly.
Preferred qualifications:
- Ph.D. in a humanities discipline preferred.
- Administrative experience at Princeton University.
- Experience with Princeton systems (COEUS, Information warehouse, Labor
Accounting,
Time Collection, PeopleSoft).
- Management experience in an educational setting.
-Teaching experience in higher education.
Directory Title
Executive Director
Job Function
Administrative or Professional
Grade
ADM 080
Standard Hours
Education Required
Advanced Degree
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled or See Position Summary.
Instructions for Applying
Complete the online application and click "Apply to this Posting" at the
top of the posting details page.
Documents which can be associated with this posting
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Proposed Start Date
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Job: International Academic Recruitment Director Higher School of Economics in Moscow
INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC RECRUITMENT DIRECTOR
The Higher School of Economics (the HSE http://www.hse.ru/en/) is seeking
an innovative, collegial leader as the International Academic Recruitment
Director. The Director serves on the School’s leadership team and works
with the President, the provosts and the deans to carry out the mission of
the university. The Director represents the university to external
constituencies in a manner determined by the President. Based in Moscow,
Russia, the International Academic Recruitment Director, will be
responsible for developing and implementing strategies to recruit
professoriate for the HSE from throughout the world.
Position Responsibilities:
¾ Elaboration of the international academic search and recruitment
procedures (tenure-track positions, tenured and senior positions, postdoc
positions)
¾ Organization of assessment for those hired via international recruitment
procedures
¾ Coordination of the International Academic Mobility program
¾ Organization of mentoring programs for international academic staff
¾ Assessment of international recruitment and retention programs
efficiency (in general and for each academic department individually), new
programs organization and the already existing programs improvement
¾ Head the International Academic Recruitment Centre (currently 2
employers),elaborate and implement the Centre HR policy, academic
search, recruitment and motivation strategies
¾ Coordination of the Centre events (including the annual international
conference HSE-NES (New Economic School)
Qualifications:
§ Strong leadership skills
§ PhD from a foreign university or an equivalent degree from a Russian
University is an advantage
§ Academic and/or administrative experience in working for an
international/foreign university
§ Knowledge of Russian culture peculiarities
§ Knowledge of Russian tertiary education system or ability to quickly
study the necessary information on the topic
§ English language – fluent/native.
§ Outstanding presentation skills
§ Positive proactive approach to problem-solving
§ Articulated desire to be a part of HSE team
§ Trouble-shooting abilities
The HSE was founded on November 27th, 1992, by an Ordinance of the RF
Government. Currently the HSE is one of the leading research universities
in Russia. Over 20,000 students, 3930 master's, and 587 doctoral students
are studying at the HSE. As per October 1st, 2012, 14,715 are studying at
the HSE in Moscow. The HSE has 3 regional branches: St. Petersburg, Nizhny
Novgorod and Perm. As per October 1st, 2012, the HSE faculty includes
1,615 professors and 673 researchers.
Please forward your CV to Elena Chernyshkova at
lench22@gmail.com.
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May 14, 2013
Job: Managing Editor, Slavic Review
Deadline: May 31, 2013
Managing Editor, Slavic Review
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
The journal Slavic Review, based at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, invites applications for Managing Editor, with a proposed start date of August 1, 2013. Slavic Review is an international interdisciplinary quarterly journal, the official publication of the Association for Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies (ASEEES), a major scholarly professional organization. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a full time academic professional appointment.
The Managing Editor works independently, without administrative direction, but in close cooperation with the Academic Editor. The Managing Editor’s responsibilities include the following:
Electronically copyedits complex scholarly articles and book reviews in multiple disciplines (primarily history, literature, anthropology, political science), including handling documentation in languages other than English (primarily Russian and German, but some French and other East European languages)
Corresponds with authors and reviewers throughout the editorial and production process.
Prepares manuscripts for all stages of production (including handling visual illustrations)
Prepares electronic files for use by the compositor, printer, and JSTOR for the electronic edition
Trains, supervises, and mentors graduate students who serve as editorial assistants
Oversees the management of the office—including developing and implementing the budget and preparing regular budget reports, working with advertisers, handling permissions for the journal, applying for copyright, overseeing postproduction, and serving as liaison with ASEEES
Resolves office computer needs and problems
Maintains and updates the Slavic Review Web site
At least one year experience required in scholarly publishing in the humanities and social sciences, including experience copyediting manuscripts and performing related editorial work with scholarly material in diverse disciplines. MA in a humanities or social science discipline required; ABD/PhD preferred. Reading knowledge of Russian required. Knowledge of German, French, and another East European language desirable. Experience in preparing budgets required.
To apply for this position, please create your candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your cover letter and resume by the May 31, 2013 close date. The on-line application will require the name and contact information for 3 professional references. For further information regarding application procedures, please contact slcl-hr@illinois.edu.
Illinois is an Affirmative Action /Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).
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May 07, 2013
Job: Department Lecturer in Comparative Government and Politics, St. Hilda's College University of Oxford
Deadline: 12:00 noon (UK time) 23 May 2013
Department Lecturer in Comparative Government and Politics
(including Russia or the Former Soviet Union) in association with St
Hilda's College University of Oxford -Department of Politics and
International Relations Manor Road, Oxford
The Department of Politics and International Relations is seeking to
appoint a full-time fixed-term Departmental Lecturer in association with
St Hilda's College in Comparative Government and Politics (including
Russia or the Former Soviet Union). This subject area broadly includes
the study of political behaviour, political institutions and regime
types. While no specific regional focus is required, a research and
teaching specialisation that includes Russia or the Former Soviet Union
would be an advantage. This is a fixed-term appointment commencing 1
The main duties of the post will be to engage in advanced research in
comparative government and politics; to direct the subject of politics
and tutor undergraduates at St Hilda's College; to contribute to
Departmental teaching and supervision at the undergraduate and graduate
level; to participate in College and Departmental administration; and to
contribute to the examining and admissions processes as necessary.
Office space and other facilities will be provided in the Department
of Politics and International Relations. The postholder will be
affiliated with St Hilda's College. The successful candidate will hold a doctorate in a relevant subject
area and will have a strong record of independent research and
publication at an international level. The ability to provide excellent
class and tutorial teaching to high-achieving and challenging students
is essential. The postholder will require good communication,
interpersonal, pastoral and organisational skills.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon (UK time) on Thursday 23
May 2013.
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online, quoting reference
107563.
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Job: One-year job opening at Colgate University (Russian & Russian studies)
Application review begins on May 15, 2013
The Program in Russian and Eurasian Studies at Colgate University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning fall semester 2013. We seek a dynamic scholar with an interest in teaching language, literature, and area studies courses in an interdisciplinary environment. The successful candidate will teach second-year Russian and a variety of literature and culture courses.
A strong background in the revolutionary period and the twenty-first century is desired. An ability to teach a course with a focus on Central Asia or the Caucasus would be a plus. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, either through “Communities and Identities” course, or by joining the faculty of “Challenges of Modernity” or “Legacies of the Ancient World.” Minimum qualifications are a PhD or ABD in an appropriate field. A cover letter, CV, and reference letters must be submitted through https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/2658 A review of applications will begin on May 15 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at www.upstatenyherc.org. Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body further the University's educational mission. Colgate University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer; women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. Colgate is a highly-selective liberal arts university of 2800 students situated in central New York. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about Russian and Eurasian Studies can be found at http://www.colgate.edu/academics/departments-and-programs/russian-and-eurasian-studies
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April 25, 2013
Job: Instructor position at the Rutgers Russian and East European Program, Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey (New Brunswick, NJ)
Priority given to applications on file by May 20, 2013
The Department of Germanic, Russian, and East European Languages and Literatures at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey (New Brunswick, NJ) invites applications for a full-time non-tenure-track one-year position as Instructor in the Russian and East European Program, effective Fall 2013 (subject to budgetary approval). The appointee will teach a range of undergraduate courses in Russian literature and culture and in beginning Russian. The teaching load is six courses (3 + 3), two of which will be the first-year language sequence. The appointed Instructor is expected to participate in the life of the program, help organize student events, and advise students. For more information about the program, please see http://reell.rutgers.edu/.
Required: Ph.D. in hand and native or near-native fluency in Russian and English. Evidence of successful teaching experience and the ability to teach cinema and contemporary Russian literature are desirable.
Applicants should submit a letter of application describing their research as well as their interests and experience in teaching, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to Professor Martha Helfer, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Germanic, Russian and East European Languages and Literatures, 172 College Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, via the Interfolio website (https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/21521). Priority will be given to complete applications on file by May 20.
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Job: Lecturer in Russian Language, Literature and Culture at the University of Pennsylvania in Spring, 2014
Application review begins on May 15, 2013
Lecturer in Russian Language, Literature and Culture
The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures invites applications for a full-time, one-semester Lecturer position for Spring 2014. This position will be responsible for three courses in Russian language and Russian intellectual/cultural history. Necessary qualifications include native or near-native Russian and English, experience in teaching Russian literature/culture and Russian language at all levels; Ph.D. in Russian Language, Literature and/or Cultural History is preferred. (ABDs will be considered.)
Applicants should apply online at facultysearches.provost.upenn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51186. Submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for a minimum of three individuals who have agreed to provide a recommendation letter. The University will contact the referees with instructions on how to submit their letters. Review of applications will begin May 15, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled.
The University of Pennsylvania is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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April 05, 2013
Job: Acquisitions Editor for BiblioRossica
Academic Studies Press (http://academicstudiespress.com/) is seeking a
specialist to work as Acquisitions Editor for the press’s eBook portal,
BiblioRossica (www.bibliorossica.com).
The Associate Acquisitions Editor will be responsible for acquiring new
titles and collections from domestic and international presses to build the
BiblioRossica database.
Responsibilities:
• Develop proposals for new titles and collections to meet
acquisitions goals, deadlines, and financial requirements
• Create comprehensive title lists for new thematic collections
• Prepare contracts and negotiate terms with presses
• Ensure the quality and market-readiness of all products through
oversight of content development as appropriate.
• Manage the proposal creation and routing process from pre-contract
to file uploads, providing project status reports as required
• Develop deep market knowledge (subject and industry) through
systematic market research and attendance at trade shows and conferences
• Research market trends, competitive titles and databases, and
suggest marketing opportunities for new content
• Market the BiblioRossica database to academic institutions
• Maintain relations with participating publishers, i.e. oversee
content upload and compensation payments
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in English, Russian,
Media/Communications, or related field
• Previous experience in book acquisitions, preferably in humanities
• Experience with sales of digital journals, eBooks, and/or databases
• Well-developed verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Must be able to develop and manage a large number of projects
simultaneously, on schedule and within budget
• Knowledge of Russian is a plus
Salary commensurate with experience.
Please email résumé and cover letter to press@academicstudiespress.com
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Job: Summer 2013 Intensive Polish Language Instructor, University of Pittsburgh
POLISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTOR needed for the Russian and East European Summer Language Institute at the University of Pittsburgh. The instructor will teach beginning or intermediate intensive Polish, five hours per day, five days per week during the period from June 3 through July 12, 2013. Experience required. Non-resident applicants can be considered only if they qualify for CPT or OPT status. Applicants should send CV to: Christine Metil, University of Pittsburgh, Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures, by email: Slavic@pitt.edu.
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April 02, 2013
Job: Lectureship in Russian at the University of Exeter, UK
Interviews expected to take place during the week commencing Monday 20th May 2013
The Times Higher Education described Exeter as 'a rising star among research-intensive institutions'.
This full-time, permanent post of Lecturer in Russian will contribute to extending the research profile of Russian and Modern Languages at Exeter.
The successful applicant will hold a PhD in any area of Russian Studies and have an independent, internationally-recognised research programme in an active field of Russian Studies research related or complementary to existing Exeter strengths. He/she will be able to demonstrate the following qualities and characteristics: a strong record in attracting research funding, or demonstrable potential to attract such funding, teamwork skills to work in collaboration with existing group members, an active and supportive approach to inter-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary research that will help to foster interactions and links both within the University and externally, the attitude and ability to engage in continuous professional development, the aptitude to develop familiarity with a variety of strategies to promote and assess learning and enthusiasm for delivering undergraduate programmes.
Our staff are affiliated to a wide range of University research centres including the Centre for Translating Cultures within ML, the Centres for Medieval Studies, Early Modern Studies, Intermedia, Interdisciplinary Research in Film Studies, and Medical History. We have around 70 research students registered in the department. Our MA in Translation is a successful and growing programme.
For up-to-date details of all our UG and PG programmes and modules, and further details of the Department of Modern Languages, please see http://humanities.exeter.ac.uk/modernlanguages/
Applicants may make informal enquiries about the post to Dr Emma Cayley, Head of Modern Languages (tel: +44 (0) 1392 724387, email: e.j.cayley@exeter.ac.uk ). You may also wish to consult our web site ( http://humanities.exeter.ac.uk ) for further details of the College.
To view the Job Description and Person Specification document please click here.
Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing Monday 20th May 2013.
The University of Exeter is an equal opportunity employer which is 'Positive about Disabled People'. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce.
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March 15, 2013
Job: Russian instructor position at Higher School of Economics, Moscow
Deadline: May 15, 2013
The Faculty of Philology at the Higher School of Economics, Moscow seeks to hire a Russian Language instructor/Program Developer in the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful applicant would help the Center develop its programs for the study of Russian as a Foreign Language at different levels, Intensive Russian, Russian for Heritage Speakers, and Theory of Russian language instruction.
The Faculty particularly welcomes applications from candidates with linguistic backgrounds able to participate in the Faculty’s projects on learners corpora. Responsibilities include joint teaching at the Russian Language Center and at the Faculty’s Linguistics department (the total of 600 contact hours per academic year), as well as supervising the departmental Russian Language teaching practice, participation in departmental seminars and scholarly work, and other similar activities. The courses include Russian Language instruction at different levels (at the Russian Language Center), Theory of Russian Language Instruction, and a Research Seminar in a linguistic topic of the candidates’ choice (at the Linguistics Department).
Candidates should have a native knowledge of the Russian language, a Ph.D. in hand at the time of employment and preferably have published in peer-reviewed journals. Applications should include a CV; a statement of research and teaching interests; names and contact information (not letters) for two people able to provide recommendations; samples of scholarly writing; and relevant syllabi.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with the teaching experience and academic qualifications of the applicants, in particular, their publications in English-language peer-reviewed journals. Review of applications will begin on 15 April 2013; the deadline for all applications is 15 May 2013.
Please send all materials by e-mail to erakhilina@hse.ru.
For enquiries about the position or the Higher School of Economics, contact Ekaterina Rakhilina at erakhilina@hse.ru, or Valentina Apresyan at vapresyan@hse.ru.
The Higher School of Economics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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March 14, 2013
Job: Visiting Assistant Professor of Comparative Humanities and Russian Studies at Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA
Applications accepted until position is filled
The Program in Comparative Humanities and the Department of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics at Bucknell University invites applications for a one-year position in Comparative Humanities and Russian Studies at the visiting assistant professor level beginning in Fall 2013. The successful candidate should be a native or near-native speaker of Russian, with experience teaching both Western Humanities and Russian language and culture on the college level, and should be ABD or already have gained the Ph.D in Russian, Comparative Literature, or a related field. The candidate will be expected to teach Russian language, literature, and film, as well as interdisciplinary courses in the Western Humanities from the Classical period to the 20th century. The teaching load is three courses per semester.
Questions about the position should be addressed by email to Prof. Katherine Faull, Comparative Humanities (faull@bucknell.edu) or Prof. Ludmila Shleyfer Lavine, Russian Studies. Any supplementary materials should be sent to Pamela Glass, Academic Assistant, Program in Comparative Humanities and Department of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics, Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA 17837 or electronically to pglass@bucknell.edu. Applications accepted until the position is filled. To apply, go to: https://jobs.bucknell.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=164341
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Job: University of Michigan Students to Volunteer at a Russian Summer Camp
Tired of the same old boring job during the summer? Looking for a challenging program to encourage you to step outside of your comfort zone? The CCUSA Camp Counselor Russia Program may be just what you need. For eighteen years, we have offered this adventurous, challenging program to those who want to work as a counselor in a Russian summer youth camp.
You will be volunteering to work with children, sharing your culture and language while learning theirs as well. In most cases, you will assist wherever needed. Room and board will be included throughout the program. These are considered volunteer positions because you are paid the same as your fellow Russian counselors, which may only work out to be a very small stipend.
For more information on the program and how to apply visit: http://www.ccusa.com/Programs/CampCounselorsRussia.aspx
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Job: Looking for Russian Student
Attorney with adopted son from Russian is seeking a student (preferably from Russia) who speaks Russian to teach his son the language as well as house work and possibly cooking healthy meals in exchange for room and board. The arrangement is all up for negotiations. The 4,000 square foot home is located on the boarder of Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor close to I94.
For more information contact Trisha at: (724)635-0727
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February 25, 2013
Job: Russian Language Instructor, Summer Intensive Language Program, Monterey
Language Instructor – Russian
Summer Intensive Language Program
Position dates: June 13-August 9, 2013
The Summer Intensive Language Program (SILP) provides beginning, intermediate level, and some advanced language instruction in an intensive format to approximately 160 undergraduate and graduate students as well as professionals for 8 weeks every summer. Under supervision of the Language Program Coordinator and the SILP Director, language instructors provide intensive instruction through a communicative approach to language teaching using authentic contexts, assessments and materials for the Summer Intensive Language Program.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
-Teach assigned language 4.5 hour per day plus one office hour per day, Monday through Friday
-Attend three-day pre-program training workshop
-Participate in first-day student orientation and placement
-Participate in administering and scoring pre- and post program proficiency and placement tests
-Collaborate with the language program coordinator, other instructors and tutors/activity guide to establish relevant co-curricular out-of-class activities for your students
-Participate in at least one extra-curricular activity with students per week and help promote out-of-class activities
-Collaborate with Language Program Coordinator in the development of end-of-session tests
-Prepare comprehensive syllabus including course description, course goals and objectives, assessment guidelines for students as well as required class material(s) based on pre-established curricular guidelines and template
-Prepare classes and provide instruction based on communicative language teaching and the use of authentic instructional materials
-Collaborate with program faculty and Language Coordinator to develop Fluency Component curriculum materials for program use
-Collaborate with other instructors and tutors to provide seamless transition between instructions and tutoring in team-teaching and tutoring contexts
-Work closely with tutors to establish students’ needs for support outside the classroom
-Provide peer support to other faculty members as necessary
-Keep track of student progress by regularly implementing appropriate formal and informal assessment as articulated by program administration and completing grade reports as requested
-Attends pre-, mid-, and post-program faculty meetings
Employment Standards:
Education/Experience
-MA or PhD in language, language teaching or related field strongly preferred
-2+ years of previous language teaching experience in the target language
-Native or near-native language ability
-Previous experience teaching in intensive program strongly preferred
-Previous experience in content or project-based instruction strongly preferred
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
-Excellent teaching and interpersonal communication skills
-Familiarity with communicative teaching practices and use of authentic materials to teach foreign language
-Proven dedication to excellence in language teaching
-Willingness and ability to become acquainted and comply with SILP processes and regulations as well as Institute policies.
Physical Requirements/Environment
-The Monterey Institute maintains a smoke-free/drug-free workplace
Required Application Materials:
-Curriculum Vitae and cover letter detailing all relevant teaching and language experience, a brief description of your teaching philosophy, and your interest in the position
-Two letters of recommendation from previous teaching experience (evaluations are not required but would be appreciated).
Applications for SILP employment will be accepted through our on-line application process. Please apply on the Human Resources webpage.
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September 28, 2012
Job: Lecturer in Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian, Columbia University
The Department of Slavic Languages at Columbia University invites applications for a Lecturer in Discipline in Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian language, beginning July 1, 2013. This is a full-time appointment with multi-year renewal contingent on successful review. Responsibilities include teaching three courses per semester of Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian language/culture.
Minimum requirements: Master's degree or equivalent in Slavic or related field required. Native or near native proficiency in Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian and English. Other criteria include, but are not limited to, experience teaching Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian in a college or university, competence in using instructional technology, expertise and interest in language pedagogy, dedication to teaching.
All applications must be made through Columbia University's RAPS system. Please upload the following required materials: cover letter, current CV, and a list of three references. A statement of teaching philosophy and a writing sample or publication of no more than twenty-five pages are optional. Applications must be filed online at: https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=56785
Review of applications will begin immediately, in time for interviews at the AATSEEL Convention in Boston in January; and it will continue until the position is filled.
Columbia University is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION employer.
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