A one-year sabbatical replacement position at St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN

[Marc Robinson]

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 <http://stolaf.edu/> and
www.stolaf.edu/depts/russianrespectively.

*Applicants must submit application materials online at:
https://jobs.stolaf.edu <http://jobs.stolaf.edu/postings/2323>. 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 at 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.*

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