Deadline: January 15, 2026
The Ohio State University Department of Slavic and East European Languages and Cultures seeks a versatile teacher and scholar for a visiting assistant professorship in the 2026-2027 academic year. The salary is $55,000 plus benefits and the load is 3 courses per semester, with a one course release for service (i.e. effectively 3-2). Our expectation is that the colleague will serve as a member of the undergraduate committee and advisor of 1-2 language or other club(s) and will design and offer 1 undergraduate career readiness workshop each semester. The university will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.
Performance Objectives
We are seeking to hire a colleague with:
· The ability to teach a broad range of courses including culture, film, and literature classes and potentially language, in person and possibly in an asynchronous online format.
· Candidates must have a PhD [in hand by August 2026]; evidence of successful teaching at a U.S.-based institution
· Proficiency in two languages and cultures (including Russian [required] and either Czech or Ukrainian).
· Expertise in Digital Humanities desired. Research-active scholars are encouraged to apply.
· Serve as a member of the undergraduate committee and advisor of 1-2 language or other club(s)
· Design and offer 1 undergraduate career readiness workshop each semester
Education and Experience Requirements
Required: PhD [in hand by August 2026]; evidence of successful teaching at a U.S.-based institution; and proficiency in two languages and cultures (including Russian [required])
Desired: Second language can be Czech or Ukrainian; others considered; expertise in Digital Humanities desired; research-active scholars are encouraged to apply.
Additional Information
The salary is $55,000 plus benefits. The offer for this position will be based on internal equity and the candidate’s qualifications. Position is potentially renewable for 1-2 years depending on performance and department needs.
Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.
How to Apply
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday: External OSU Careers: https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Visiting-Assistant-Professor-of-Russian-and-Central-European-Studies_R140532-2; Internal Employee Career Site: https://www.myworkday.com/osu/d/inst/15$392530/9925$335773.htmld
Application materials must include:
Application closes 01/15/2026