Lecturer of Russian

Department Introduction:

The Department of Languages and Literatures offers the following undergraduate programs: majors and minors in French, German, Italian, Russian, and Spanish; minors in Chinese, Classics, and Japanese.

Job Summary:

The Department of Languages and Literatures at the University of Denver will appoint a Lecturer of Russian to begin September 1, 2012. This is a non-tenure track position, one-year but renewable, with full benefits. The teaching load is eight courses per year on a quarter calendar. Salary is competitive. The lecturer appointed will teach several levels of undergraduate Russian language and culture, possibly including courses in English, depending on the appointee’s credentials. Specialization in Russian literature and culture is open. Participation in department meetings and close collaboration with the professorial colleague in Russian on co- and extra-curricular activities is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Ph.D. or ABD in Russian or related field by time of appointment

Minimum Qualifications:

- MA in Russian or related field by time of appointment

- Native or near-native command of the Russian language in all its aspects (lexicon, idiom, grammar, phonology)

- Proven dedication to and demonstrated excellence in teaching Russian language at all undergraduate levels

Required Qualifications:

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