Opportunities

Assistant Professor in Comparative East European and/or Eurasian Literature and Culture, UC San Diego 
The Department of Literature at the University of California, San Diego invites applications for a beginning- to advanced-assistant professorship in comparative Slavic East European and/or Eurasian literatures and cultures. We seek a colleague to teach, and design courses in the literature, film, and/or culture of Eastern Europe and/or Central Asia. Candidates will also be expected to conduct and publish research in peer-reviewed academic venues, advise undergraduate and graduate thesis projects, and contribute to departmental and university-level service.

UCSD’s Literature department includes world literatures, as well as English, creative writing, and religion. The department is committed to building a diverse, rigorous, and equitable learning environment at the undergraduate and graduate levels. This position builds upon a departmental and campus-wide interest in the dynamic networks of cultural production, exchange, and translation, as well as studies of empires, indigeneity, and environment.

As a member of the Literature department, the ideal candidate will contribute a commitment to teaching, research, and building an academic community within and beyond our department. We seek candidates focusing on any historical period, with a strong record of research in their field of critical inquiry. We welcome candidates who have expertise in specific regions of Eastern Europe or Eurasia, such as the Caucasus, Crimea, the Baltics, or former Yugoslavia. The successful candidate may contribute to research and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level, in a variety of subfields including, but not limited to: translation studies, gender and sexuality studies, environmental studies, film studies, children’s literature, or disability studies.

Basic qualifications (Required at Time of Application)

• ABD in Comparative Literature, Slavic Languages and Literatures, or a related field at the time of application
• Native or near-native command of English
• Fluency in a Slavic or geographically related language

Additional qualifications (Required at Time of Start)

• Ph.D in Comparative Literature, Slavic Languages and Literatures, or a related field by the time of appointment

Preferred qualifications

• Experience designing and teaching college-level literature courses

Application opens: August 19, 2023

Next Review Date: Sunday, October 15, 2023 at 11:59 pm Pacific Time 

Final Date: Sunday, Aug 18, 2024 at 11:59pm Pacific Time. Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Curator, Museum of Russian Icons, Clinton, MA
The Museum of Russian Icons offers a unique opportunity to play an important role in shaping a leading institute for icons and Eastern Christian art in the USA. The Museum is currently in the last phase of a reorientation and rebranding project, and its new plans will be shared with the public in the second half of 2023. The curator will also spearhead the Study Center, which will be an essential part of the new Museum.

The Museum seeks a dynamic and highly motivated individual who is excited by this challenge. The ideal candidate will be an experienced, published scholar passionately interested in the arts of the Eastern Christian world and deeply committed to the Museum's mission. The ideal candidate should be fully able to employ the latest technologies to connect to global audiences. The candidate reports to and works closely with the Executive Director.

Please send your application including a letter or interest, a resume, and names of three references to Simon Morsink, Executive Director: jobs@museumofrussianicons.org. No phone calls, please.

Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Director of Community Engagement, Razom, Inc. - Washington D.C. or New York, NY
Razom’s mission is building a prosperous Ukraine. Razom means “together” in Ukrainian and serves as a constant reminder of the community that it takes to create, build, and do. Razom creates spaces where people meet, partner and work together to unlock the potential of Ukraine. They maintain a relentless focus on the needs on the ground to support Ukraine and on opportunities to amplify voices from Ukraine in conversations in the United States.

The Director of Community Engagement serves as the main liaison between Razom and its network of partner organizations through the American Coalition for Ukraine. The role involves reaching out to external organizations, connecting people and ideas, and building bridges between external partners and Razom’s Advocacy Team. The Director also co-manages and oversees the Community Engagement team, setting strategic goals and managing workflow for staff, volunteers, and interns in partnership with the Director of Grassroots Advocacy.

Program Associate, Eurasia: National Democratic Institute (NDI) - Washington, D.C.
NDI Eurasia is looking to hire a Program Associate based in Washington DC to provide administrative and programmatic support for multiple designated programs in the Eurasia region, including programs in Moldova, Ukraine, and Belarus. We will particularly welcome applications from candidates with a strong interest in topics related to information integrity such as disinformation narrative monitoring, trend analysis, and disinformation countermeasures. Based on donor funding, portfolios may change as needed across the Eurasia region.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in International Relations, Political Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Experience

• This is an entry level program position requiring no previous work experience. Previous internships in international development, political campaigning, legislative affairs or a related subject are desired.
• Prior relevant international field work experience in-country and/or completion of one or more semesters of education abroad is highly desired.

Language- Reading, Written, and Oral/Spoken

• Russian language skills are desired

Hubert H. Humphrey Visiting Professorship at Macalester College
The Department of German and Russian Studies at Macalester College seeks to hire a distinguished scholar and teacher of Russian and/or Soviet history to hold the Hubert H. Humphrey visiting professorship during the 2024-2025 academic year. Responsibilities include teaching three undergraduate courses. We are seeking a scholar at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. The candidate’s courses and research interests should complement the teaching and scholarship of the permanent faculty in the department. Research specialties within Russian/Soviet history are open. The department is particularly interested in candidates whose work would contribute to Macalester College’s emphasis on internationalism. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Benefits and salary are competitive; benefits include health insurance, a moving subsidy, and professional development funds.

To apply, go to Academic Jobs online and electronically submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, two syllabi for classes you would like to teach, a diversity statement (see below), and the names of two references. Review of applications will begin December 15 and continue until the position is filled. Questions should be directed to the chair of the search committee, Julia Chadaga (chadaga@macalester.edu). 

István Deák Visiting Professorship(s) in East Central European Studies at Columbia University
Columbia University invites applications for István Deák Visiting Professorship(s) in East Central European Studies for one or two semesters (fall and/or spring) in the academic year 2024-2025. The professorship, commemorating Professor Deák’s legacy of excellence in research and teaching, is open to scholars who have active interest and accomplishments in East and Central European studies. Appointment(s) will be open-rank, to be filled at any level from Visiting Assistant to Visiting Full Professor.

The visiting professor(s) will be appointed in one of the Humanities or Social Science departments of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. The visitors will teach two courses per semester, one a lecture course of broad interest for undergraduates, the other a seminar for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students. The visitors are expected to give one public lecture and participate in the academic life of the University, whose interests in East and Central European studies are well represented on campus by the East Central European Center, the European Institute, and the Harriman Institute.

Qualifications: Ph.D. or professional equivalent. Distinction in teaching and research within the field of East Central European studies.

Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2023 and continue until the position(s) are filled.

Associate Director: Program in Jewish Culture & Society, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
The Program in Jewish Studies & Culture is searching for an Associate Director with a focus on public engagement, campus life, and coexistence. The Associate Director will provide academic and administrative continuity to the Jewish Culture & Society Program. They will teach courses; grant development and management; academic co-leadership and public engagement; advise students, oversee the undergraduate and graduate program, and provide strategic intellectual guidance for developing core areas of the Program in Jewish Culture & Society in a professionally efficient and effective manner.

Required qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in history, English, Slavic Studies, Jewish Studies, or other relevant field

Preferred qualifications:

• Ph.D. in History, English, Slavic Studies, Anthropology, Jewish Studies, or other relevant field, with a research specialty dealing in Jewish history, cultural studies, or political studies.
• Experience in grant writing, public outreach, planning of academic conferences and seminars, and social media.

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The preferred start date is May 1, 2024, but accommodations can be made to start by August 16, 2024, if needed.

Applications must be received by 6pm (CST) on December 15, 2023.

Lecturer in Russian and Language Program Coordinator, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 
The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign invites applications for a Lecturer and Language Program Coordinator position with a target start date of August 16, 2024. This is a 9-month, full-time, non-tenure track position, renewable yearly based on enrollments and strong performance reviews. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The successful applicant will teach Russian language courses at all levels as needed, courses for graduate students in language pedagogy, introductory courses on Russian culture, and, depending on qualifications and departmental needs, beginning to advanced language courses in another Slavic Language (e.g., Polish or Ukrainian).

Teaching assignment: 3/2 course load.

Position also entails supervising the department’s language program, which includes the following duties:

• Select materials and design course syllabi for Russian language courses;
• Advise and consult with supervising faculty on that process for other languages offered by the department
• Coordinate, supervise, and train graduate teaching assistants and instructors in the language program in Slavic
• Generate interest in Slavic languages among current and prospective students to help build and sustain enrollments
• Co-coordinate placement testing in Slavic; represent the Slavic language program at appropriate venues

Candidates with a documented commitment to working with students or faculty from groups historically marginalized or underrepresented in the field through teaching and mentoring are especially encouraged to apply.

To apply, create your candidate profile through https://jobs.illinois.edu and submit application materials by December 15, 2023. 

Director of Kathryn Wasserman Davis School of Russian, Middlebury, Vermont 
The Director of the School determines and supervises the instructional and co-curricular program, including lectures, films, concerts, field trips, etc.; they hire the School’s faculty and summer staff, works with instructors on developing and implementing curriculum, administers the School budget, supervises student progress, provides advice and support to students, faculty colleagues, and staff, and represents the School at professional meetings. They also have curricular oversight for the MA and DML programs and the graduate program at the School Abroad in Kazakhstan.

The Director spends the summer in residence on the Vermont campus where they oversee the instructional and co-curricular program and teaches one organized course, if time allows. During the academic year the Director plans the curriculum, hires faculty and summer staff, evaluates and publicizes the program, recruits students, and oversees the admissions process in collaboration with the assistant director.

Initial appointment is for three years. Directors submit an Annual Report in the fall of each year summarizing School performance for the summer, goals for the next year, and vision for the School.

The candidate review process will begin December 15, 2023. 

Stephen F. Cohen Chair, Department of History at Indiana University, Bloomington
The Department of History at Indiana University, Bloomington, invites applications for the newly endowed Stephen F. Cohen Chair. We seek a scholar of Russian History in the long Twentieth Century – including Soviet history, and Russia’s Eurasian borderlands and contact zones – committed to excellence in scholarship and teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels. We anticipate that the successful candidate will be hired at full or associate level, but outstanding junior candidates with a proven research record are encouraged to apply. Ph.D. is required at time of appointment. The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community of students and scholars. Applicants should apply online at the link above and include a cover letter, CV, statement on teaching and a statement on fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in and out of the classroom, and contact information for three referees.

Applications received by January 14 will be assured full consideration. Queries can be sent to the chair of the search committee, Prof. Mark Roseman (marrosem@iu.edu). Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications.

Russia and Central Europe National Security Policy (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor), University of Texas at Austin
The Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs in collaboration with the Clements Center invites applications for the position of tenure-track Assistant Professor, tenured Associate Professor, or tenured Full Professor of National Security to begin in Fall of academic year 2024-25 (with an August 2024 start date). This faculty position will be housed at the LBJ School while serving as a faculty affiliate of the Clements Center.  

We seek applications from scholars whose research focuses on modern political, intelligence, national security or military history with a focus on Russia, the former USSR, Central Europe, and nearby states. Ideal applicants will demonstrate the ability to draw on their scholarly research to inform the formulation of contemporary U.S. foreign policy. While we have a preference for applicants with a PhD in history, we will seriously consider applicants with PhDs in political science and interdisciplinary scholars with the requisite foci. Applicants with prior experience in diplomacy, intelligence, or defense are highly encouraged to apply. 

Qualifications: Ph.D. in a relevant field and teaching experience is required. ABD candidates will be considered if the doctoral degree will be complete by the time of employment. Experience in college teaching and evidence of scholarship or scholarly potential is preferred. Teaching experience at an institution of professional diplomatic, intelligence, or military education is desirable.

To apply: Interested candidates can submit their cover letter, CV, statement of teaching, three years of teaching evaluations (or fewer if unavailable), three letters of reference, and a scholarly writing sample of no more than 30 pages via Interfolio. The search committee will begin considering applications January 15, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.

Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Paul Edgar, Interim Executive Director at the Clements Center for National Security, at paul.edgar@austin.utexas.edu.

Visiting Assistant Professor/Visiting Associate Professor/Visiting Professor in Ukrainian Studies, Columbia University
Columbia University invites applications for an appointment in Ukrainian studies to be filled at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor, Visiting Associate Professor, or Visiting Professor in Ukrainian Studies for one semester (fall or spring) in the academic year 2024-2025. Rank commensurate with experience. History is the preferred area of research and teaching specialization, but literary/cultural studies and other areas will also be considered. The successful candidate will be appointed in one of the Humanities or Social Science Departments in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and will teach two courses: a course of broad interest for upper-level undergraduates and a second course for graduate students. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to give one public lecture and to participate in the academic life of the University, including as an affiliate of the Harriman Institute.

Review of applications will begin January 15, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

STARTALK Russian Immersion Program Language Instructor- Oklahoma City University 
Oklahoma City University is seeking a Russian language instructor for their 2024 STARTALK program. The Russian language instructor should have at least an MA in Slavic Studies or a related field and experience teaching Russian at a university or high school level. The teaching duties are the following: once a week for an hour online, Feb-May 2024; residential summer camp July 8-29, 2024, in Oklahoma City (the grant assists with the transportation costs); and once a week online, Aug-Nov. 2024. Here is the link to the teacher application form: https://forms.gle/aKFQEYyT3sqeiZyeA

STARTALK Russian Immersion Program Camp Counselor- Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City University is seeking 3 camp counselors for their 2024 summer STARTALK program taking place from July 8-29, 2024. The camp counselors should have at least an Advanced Low proficiency in Russian, be at least 21 years old, and have a bachelor's degree or be in the process of completing one. Here is the link to the camp counselor application form: https://forms.gle/cXh5NYpfuubtaP5M6

Visiting Assistant Professor of Russian, Swarthmore College
Swarthmore College invites applications to fill a three-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Russian, beginning August 2024, with the possibility of extension for a second three-year term. The position carries a 2/2 teaching load (two courses per semester). Specialization in any area of Russian or Russophone literature and culture; candidates with additional areas of expertise will be especially attractive.The Russian Program is a vibrant component of the Department of Modern Language & Literatures; we offer students rigorous Russian language instruction, courses in Russian literature, culture, and film, numerous co-curricular opportunities, and the opportunity to participate in the Russian Flagship Program via our consortial arrangement with Bryn Mawr College. Russian faculty may collaborate with interdisciplinary programs in Comparative Literature, Environmental Studies, Gender and Sexuality Studies, Global Studies, Interpretation Theory, etc., and with other Departments such as Film and Media Studies, History, or Linguistics.

Essential qualifications include: native or near-native proficiency in both English & Russian, commitment to undergraduate education, lively classroom presence, experience teaching language and literature/culture in North America at the university level, and evidence of scholarly promise. PhD in hand by August 2024 is required. 

Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

Visiting Assistant Professor of Russian History, University of North Carolina Wilmington 
The History Department of the University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applications for a nine-month full-time Visiting Assistant Professor in Russian history for a fixed-term two-year non-renewable appointment beginning August 2024 through May 2026.

Area of expertise is open. Candidates should be prepared to teach surveys covering the entirety of Russian history including the post-Soviet period, upper-division courses and seminars in their area of concentration, and lower-division surveys in European history. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach seminars for our MA programs. Faculty members at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor in the History Department teach eight courses per academic year (4-4). Online teaching experience is preferred. 

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST on February 1, 2024. 

We invite presentation proposals from undergraduates and master’s students enrolled at universities in the USA who are pursuing or have pursued research projects, internships, or other opportunities related to Russia, Ukraine, Eastern Europe, and/or Eurasia. Students from any academic field are welcome to apply.

Both symposia will feature two different types of panels: 

1. Traditional research panels featuring 10-12 minute talks on executed research projects 

2. Casual, discussion-based panels featuring 4-5 minute talks on experiences - internships, study abroad, volunteer opportunities, and more - related to the region 

Each accepted participant presenting a research project will be placed onto a panel organized by format and theme, will receive feedback from a discussant, and will be given time to discuss questions with the audience. Accepted participants presenting on experiences in the field will be placed on a single panel and will get the chance to discuss with both a moderator and the audience. All participants are highly encouraged to create well-polished presentations, including slides. 

Each separate symposium will run for one day in the Jordan Center. Symposia will feature keynote speakers and will each conclude with a networking dinner off-campus. All accepted participants will have their travel costs covered by the Jordan Center, as well as one night in a hotel close to campus. Participants traveling from outside of the northeast may be eligible for up to two nights of lodging. 

The master’s symposium will take place on March 8, and the undergraduate symposium will take place on March 9. Applications for both symposia are due by no later than December 15, 2023. 

Please feel free to contact jordan.russia.center@nyu.edu with any questions! 

NESEEES Conference: Call for Papers and Panels
The North East Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies (NESEEES) Executive Board invites proposals for individual papers and complete panels for the 44th annual NESEEES conference. The conference will be held in New York City on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the Jordan Center for the Advanced Study of Russia (New York University). Details on the conference format and procedures will be provided to registered participants. The registration fee is $40 ($25 for students).

Scholarly papers and panels are welcome on any aspect of Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies. Proposals for complete panels of thematically related papers are strongly encouraged. Recommendations for discussants and chairs are not required for panel proposals but are invited and will be taken into consideration.

Proposals must include the following:

• Title and a one-paragraph abstract
• Technology requirements
• Presenter’s email address
• Presenter’s institutional affiliation and professional status (professor, graduate student, etc.)
• The name and contact information for the panel organizer, where applicable. 

Proposals may be submitted directly by graduate students enrolled in related programs as well as by independent scholars with academic credentials and by faculty members of all ranks.  Proposals may be submitted on behalf of undergraduate students by faculty mentors supervising their projects. 

Please submit your proposals here no later than Friday, January 12, 2024.

We strongly urge professionals in the field to volunteer to serve as chairs and/or discussants. Those wishing to volunteer may do so using the space provided on the proposal submission Form

Call for Papers: Western Association of Slavic Studies Annual Conference, 2024
Location: Texas, United States (San Antonio, TX, 3–6 April 2024)
Subject Fields: Asian History / Studies, European History / Studies, Russian or Soviet History / Studies, World History / Studies

Held in conjunction with the World Social Science Association (WSSA), 66^th Annual Conference

The Call for Papers and registration are now open for the annual conference of the Western Association of Slavic Studies (WASS) to be held from 3-6 April 2024, in San Antonio, TX at the Hyatt Regency.

To submit a proposal for a paper or panel, please register on the World Social Science Association website:  https://wssaconference.com/conference-info/2024-conference-overview

We encourage participation of graduate students and advanced undergraduates.  The best graduate paper wins a monetary prize and will be eligible for the graduate student paper prize sponsored by ASEEES.

Deadline for submission is January 15, 2024.

Papers from any academic discipline covering the range of Slavic and Eurasian Studies will be accepted.

For more information on the Western Association of Slavic Studies, please see https://www.aseees.org/about/affiliate/regional/western or email robert.niebuhr@asu.edu.

Contact Information:

Robert Niebuhr

Barrett, The Honors College

Arizona State University

P.O. Box 871612
Tempe, AZ 85287

Affiliated Faculty, Melikian Center: Russian, Eurasian & East European Studies
Affiliated Faculty: School of Historical, Philosophical & Religious Studies
Affiliated Faculty: Center on the Future of War

Contact Email

robert.niebuhr@asu.edu

Call for Papers: American Hungarian Educators Association (AHEA) Conference 
The American Hungarian Educators Association (AHEA) will hold its 48^th Annual Conference in person from May 2 – 4, 2024 at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, USA. We welcome participation by academics, independent scholars, and graduate students interested in Hungarian culture, history, literature, linguistics, sociology, anthropology, political science, education, folklore, fine arts, music, and other related disciplines. This year’s conference theme is: Reimagining Boundaries: Hungary and Hungarians in a Global Context 

Presentations should report the results of original research. Proposals can address a broad range of topics dealing with Hungarian culture, including interactions between Hungarians and others, as well as life in the Hungarian diaspora. We also welcome presentations on methodology and those that provide directions for future research. 

Abstract submission deadline: January 15, 2024. Abstracts are reviewed on a rolling basis. Presenters should expect to hear back within two weeks. Abstracts (200-250 words) should be submitted through this form.  

Submission guidelines: 

• The official languages of the conference are English and Hungarian. Abstracts and presentations in either language are welcome. 
• Only one “Individual Presentation” per author will be considered. Roundtables, workshops, and book presentations are exceptions in that scholars participating in those can also submit an “individual presentation”. 
• All authors must be AHEA members. Information on joining or renewing membership may be found on the AHEA website. 

 We invite abstracts in the following categories:

• Individual presentations 
• Panel discussions
• Workshops
• Roundtable discussions
• Book Presentations

Call for Papers: 30th Annual REECAS Northwest Conference, 2024
REECAS Northwest, the annual ASEEES northwest regional conference for Russian, East European, and Central Asian Studies (REECAS) will take place April 11-13, 2024 at the University of Washington in Seattle, WA. The REECAS Northwest Conference welcomes students, faculty, independent scholars, and language educators from the United States and abroad. Proposals on all subjects connected to the Slavic, East European, and Eurasian regions are encouraged. The conference hosts panels on a variety of topics and disciplines including political science, history, literature, linguistics, anthropology, culture, migration studies, gender studies, LGBTQ studies, film studies and more.

Established in 1994, REECAS Northwest is an important annual event for scholars and students in the Western U.S., Canada, and beyond. This interdisciplinary conference is organized by the University of Washington’s Ellison Center for Russian, East European, and Central Asian Studies.

The REECAS Northwest Conference welcomes both individual paper proposals and also panel/roundtable proposals. Individual proposal submissions will be grouped into panels with a common theme.

The CfP is open! To submit your proposal, please submit a 250-word abstract and C.V. using the form on the REECAS Northwest Conference webpage: https://bit.ly/REECAS-Northwest. Deadline February 5, 2024.

Questions? Please email reecasnw@uw.edu with any questions not answered on the conference website.