University of Toronto Assistant Professor in 19th Century Russian Literature

[Fiona Gardiner]

Dear Colleagues:

I enclose an announcement of a position available in my department,
effective July 1, 2009.  I invite those interested to apply and
would I would be most grateful if you would draw it to the attention of
qualified candidates.

Sincerely,

Christina E. Kramer, Chair
Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures
University of Toronto.


ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - 19th CENTURY RUSSIAN LITERATURE - Ad #0800661


The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures at the University of 
Toronto invites applications for a tenure-stream Assistant Professor 
appointment in 19th Century Russian Literature beginning July 1, 2009.

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. by the time of appointment. 
The candidate must show promise or significant achievement in research 
and publication in 19th Century Russian literature, and demonstrate 
excellence in teaching. North American teaching experience is highly 
desirable.

We seek candidates to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in 19th 
Century Russian literature (both in Russian and in translation). 
Excellent (native or near native) knowledge of Russian and English is 
expected with ability and willingness to contribute to the language 
teaching sequence. We encourage Assistant Professors at all stages, 
beginner to advanced, to apply. While all areas of specialization are 
eligible, we are particularly interested in scholars of poetry, theatre, 
and the Golden Age.  Interdisciplinary specialties are of interest so 
long as they are firmly anchored in 19th century Russian literature. 
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at the link below. 
Alternatively, candidates may send their applications in hard copy to 
the department.  No email applications will be accepted.  Applicants are 
requested to send, either as attachments to their online applications or 
as part of the hard copy packages, a letter detailing their research and 
teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, a short writing sample, and to 
have three confidential letters of recommendation sent under separate 
cover to:

Professor Christina E. Kramer, Chair,
Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures,
Alumni Hall, 121 St. Joseph Street, Toronto,
Ontario, M5S 1J4.

Completed dossiers should be received in the department by October 16, 2008.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its 
community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority 
group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, 
members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the 
further diversification of ideas.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and 
permanent residents will be given priority.

For more information about the Department of Slavic Languages, please 
visit our home page at: http://www.utoronto.ca/slavic/.

Apply Online at: http://www.jobs.utoronto.ca/faculty.htm

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