Academic Jobs – CREEES Professional Resources Forum

June 27, 2024June 27, 2024

Job: Postdoc Researchers (University of Ostrava)

Deadline: July 15, 2024

https://www.osu.eu/job-opportunities/?kdepr=0&prace=2741

The Dean of the Faculty of Arts of the University of Ostrava announces a selection procedure, reference number: OU-70726/25-2024, to fill the following systematized position of:

2 postdocs (non-academic staff members – researchers, systemized position Postdoc I) within the project REFRESH – Research Excellence For REgion Sustainability and High-tech Industries reg. no. CZ.10.03.01/00/22_003/0000048

Job description:

co-solving of complex research/development tasks within the project Refresh;
collaborating in a research team with other researchers at the University of Ostrava and a partner university;
active publishing according to the needs of the field and according to the Refresh project proposal; at least one publication (Jimp or Jsc) per year;
securing research funding (submitting grants, seeking other opportunities).

June 18, 2024

Job: Russian Instructor (Columbus International High School)

Deadline: Open Until Filled (posted 6/11/24)

The Center for Slavic, East European and Eurasian Studies at The Ohio State University has been pleased to collaborate with the Columbus (North) International High School (CIHS) in offering Russian language instruction since August 2011. Both first and second-year introductory Russian language courses are offered, taught by an instructor with B.A. and M.A. degrees. The instructor will need to attend training alongside Graduate Teaching Associates by the Director of the Language Program at the Ohio State Department of Slavic and East European Languages and Cultures on the most effective language pedagogy and classroom methods in August 2024. The instructor teaches fifty-minute classes five days a week during the regular Columbus School District academic calendar for a total of 35-36 weeks. Students learn elementary Russian language and engage in other activities relating to the use of Russian language such as language lab activities, watching Russian-language films, researching Russia-focused projects, etc. The instructor reports directly to Mr. Douglas Lowery, principal of the school (dlowery@columbus.k12.oh.us), for any issues related to student behavior or performance or other classroom concerns.

June 14, 2024June 14, 2024

Russian Language Flagship Postdoctoral Fellow (Indiana University)

Deadline Extended: June 17, 2024

The application deadline for this position has been extended until June 17, 2024:The Department of Slavic and East European Languages and Cultures and the Russian Language Flagship Program at Indiana University, Bloomington (https://slavic.indiana.edu) invites applications for the position of Russian Language Flagship Postdoctoral Fellow. The contract is for an initial period of one year (paid over 10 months), with the possibility of renewal for a second year. We invite applications from qualified individuals at any early stage of their career who hold a PhD awarded no earlier than 2019 in Russian language, Linguistics, Literature, pedagogy, or Second Language Acquisition and who do not hold tenure-track positions. The position is an exciting opportunity for an emerging scholar to conduct cutting edge pedagogical research in a vibrant environment housed at a top research university.

June 4, 2024June 6, 2024

Job: Outreach Program Administrator (Davis Center, Harvard University)

Deadline: Open Until Filled (Posted June 4, 2024)

The Davis Center is hiring a Outreach Program Administrator! The Outreach Program Administrator is responsible for developing programming and professional development opportunities for K-14 educators, creating and disseminating curricular materials on Eurasia, and developing and supporting a network of educators in the greater New England area. This position is part-time (28 hours/week) and benefits-eligible.

May 17, 2024May 17, 2024

Russian Language Flagship Postdoctoral Fellow (Indiana University, Bloomington)

Deadline: June 7, 2024

The Department of Slavic and East European Languages and Cultures and the Russian Language Flagship Program at Indiana University, Bloomington (https://slavic.indiana.edu) invites applications for the position of Russian Language Flagship Postdoctoral Fellow. The contract is for an initial period of one year (paid over 10 months), with the possibility of renewal for a second year. We invite applications from qualified individuals at any early stage of their career who hold a PhD awarded no earlier than 2019 in Russian language, Linguistics, Literature, pedagogy, or Second Language Acquisition and who do not hold tenure-track positions. The position is an exciting opportunity for an emerging scholar to conduct cutting edge pedagogical research in a vibrant environment housed at a top research university.

May 17, 2024May 17, 2024

Call for Applications: Seed Money Fellowships “Transformations and Eastern Europe” (Universität Wien)

Deadline: June 15, 2024

The Research Platform “Transformations and Eastern Europe” brings together researchers from different fields of history, cultural studies, social sciences and legal studies and it is dedicated to the interdisciplinary study of transformation processes in Eastern Europe in the past and present. Together with the Research Center for the History of Transformations (RECET), the research platform represents a space for innovative, interdisciplinary and international scientific thinking about transformation processes at the University of Vienna.

May 10, 2024

Acad. Job: Visiting Lecturer in REE Studies (Bowdoin College)

Deadline: Open Until Filled; posted May 8, 2024

The Department of Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies (REEES) at Bowdoin College invites applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible visiting lecturer position for the 2024-2025 academic year. The appointment begins July 1, 2024, and is for one year with possible renewal for a second year pending successful review and reappointment. The teaching load is five courses per year at varying levels of the curriculum, from first- and second-year Russian language courses to literature/culture offerings taught in Russian and in translation. Native or near-native fluency in Russian is expected. A PhD in Russian or a related discipline is preferred at the start of appointment; ABD considered.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate liberal arts education. We encourage applications from candidates committed to the inclusive instruction and support of a diverse student population and who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity. The Bowdoin community warmly welcomes people of all backgrounds. We especially encourage people from historically excluded groups to apply. Accessibility during the application and interview stages, as well as once employed, is a priority of the College: https://www.bowdoin.edu/accessibility/index.html.

April 26, 2024

Job: Slavic Language Cataloging Librarian (Princeton University)

Deadline: Open Until Filled

Princeton University Library (PUL) seeks candidates for the Slavic Language Cataloging Librarian position. The position reports to the Leader of the Western Languages Cataloging Team and actively supports the teaching and research mission of Princeton University by providing timely and accurate access to PUL collections through the creation and maintenance of bibliographic, holdings, and authority records for all the resources in Slavic languages. The position serves as the primary cataloger for Slavic language material (in all formats) in the Cataloging and Metadata Services department and engages in the full spectrum of activities relating to the creation and management of metadata for Library materials in Slavic languages.Primary Responsibilities: *Create metadata (original and copy cataloging plus related authority work) according to national and local standards for newly acquired resources, primarily in Slavic languages, as well as for other Library material in various formats and subject areas based on department needs. *Update and enhance existing metadata according to national and local standards to reflect the most recent metadata rules, and practices for monographic and serial publications in both OCLC Connexion Client and the Library’s local database. *Participate in professional activities, scholarship, and committee assignments within the Library, on campus, and in professional associations at a level to meet criteria for continuing appointment. *Assist with special projects, as assigned, and collaborate with colleagues on issues related to cataloging, resource description, and access. *Maintain current knowledge of national and international developments and trends in cataloging, metadata, and related areas.

Application Procedure:

Qualified applicants who wish to be considered for this position must apply at:

https://puwebp.princeton.edu/AcadHire/apply/application.xhtml?listingId=34362

April 19, 2024April 19, 2024

Job: Director, Program on Georgian Studies, Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Deadline: Open Until Filled

65553BR

Job Summary

Defines and executes the academic mission of the Program on Georgian Studies. Responsible for developing workplans and implementation strategies; with DC staff evaluates program outputs; prepares annual report to the Davis Center and sponsoring organization. Supervises a program coordinator that provides logistical and administrative support for programs, and a student research assistant that will support research and teaching activities.

April 9, 2024April 9, 2024

Visiting Assistant Professor of Russian Studies (Bucknell University)

Deadline: April 21, 2024

The Department of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics at Bucknell University invites applications for a one-semester Visiting Assistant Professor position in Russian Studies for the Fall 2024 semester. The appointment begins August 1, 2024. The teaching load is 3 courses, which includes Russian language at all levels. We especially encourage applications from candidates interested in historically under-represented Slavic, East European, and Eurasian cultures. The successful candidate should possess native or near-native fluency in Russian and exhibit a demonstrated interest in inclusive pedagogies. Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. or be ABD in the area of Russian language and culture.

The search committee will begin to screen applications on April 22, 2024, and will continue to do so until the position is filled.

The application requires:
– a curriculum vitae
– a cover letter that addresses the candidate’s experience and potential as a teacher

Three confidential letters of recommendation may be required at a later date. Applications will only be accepted online through Bucknell’s career site (bucknell.edu/careers-bucknell). The link to the official posting can be found here.

Contact Jim Lavine (jlavine@bucknell.edu), Director of Russian Studies, for questions about the position.