Postion at U of Utah

[eric r laursen]

The Department of Languages and Literature at the University of Utah announces an opening for a three-year renewable adjunct position in Russian language, starting in Fall 2009.  Course load is three courses per semester.  Candidates should be trained in modern methods of foreign language pedagogy, must have native or near-native Russian and English, and be able to teach Russian language and content courses at all levels; experience teaching Russian to English-speaking students and familiarity with the American university system and culture are also required.  Candidate will take part in program development and redesign in the existing Russian major and minor, especially in the following areas:  1) design of courses to accommodate both traditional students and those with significant in-country experience, 2) development of on-line components for new and existing courses, and 3) fostering community among Russian majors and minors through extra-curricular activities. Candidate will be expected to pursue, and receive support for, ongoing professional training.  Applicants should hold an MA or PhD in Russian. Salary range – low thirties + full benefits.
Application should include a CV, statement of teaching philosophy and three letters of recommendation. Send all to Professor Fernando Rubio, Co-Chair, Department of Languages & Literature, 255 S. Central Campus Drive, Room 1400, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah 84112-0490. E-mail: Adelaide.Ryder at utah.edu<mailto:Adelaide.Ryder at utah.edu> Review of applications will begin May 1st and will continue until the position is filled.

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