University of Toronto Assistant Professor in 19th Century Russian Literature
Fiona Gardiner
slavic at CHASS.UTORONTO.CA
Mon Jul 28 21:36:45 UTC 2008
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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