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Lecturer in Russian

St. Olaf College - Northfield, MN

The St. Olaf College Russian department seeks an energetic and committed teacher and scholar to teach courses in the Russian language and literature. This is a full-time one-year sabbatical replacement position
for the 2012-13 academic year starting September 1, 2012.

The normal teaching load is six courses per year. *Regular teaching responsibilities include* four courses in the Russian language at the first and second year levels and two courses in Russian literature (in English translation) or Russian culture (film, theater, etc). Duties also involve frequent contact with students outside the classroom in departmental activities and mentoring of students.

Applicants are expected to have completed, or be near completion of, a Ph.D. in Russian Languages and Literature. Native or near-native competence in Russian with strong teaching skills are required. Familiarity with current language pedagogy and use of technology in the classroom is expected.

A liberal arts college of the Lutheran Church (ELCA), St. Olaf College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity in students, faculty, and staff. We are especially interested in candidates who will support and further the mission of our diverse community.

General information about St. Olaf and the Russian Department can be found at www.stolaf.edu and
www.stolaf.edu/depts/russianrespectively.

Applicants must submit application materials online at: https://jobs.stolaf.edu/postings/2339

A complete application includes:
- a cover letter outlining your qualifications
- a current curriculum vitae
- a short statement (1-2 pages) describing your teaching philosophy and research interests,
- evidence of teaching excellence, if available,
- unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts,
- the names and email contact information for three professional references who can speak to your abilities in classroom teaching and scholarship.

Questions can be directed to the department chair:

Marc A. Robinson
1520 St. Olaf Avenue
Northfield, MN 55057-1098
Email: robinso@stolaf.edu
Phone: 507-786-3160

Review of applications will begin on February 24, 2012. We will continue to review applications until the position is filled.

Posted on March 01, 2012.