Visiting Assistant Professor of Russian

Consortium of Higher Education Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgende; Williamstown (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams College seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Russian to begin July 1, 2027. The position carries a four-course teaching load across two semesters, with two courses in each term, and a commitment to rigorous language instruction.

PhD preferred; native or near-native proficiency required. The department values diverse student populations and close faculty mentoring. Applications include CV, cover letter, four references; materials via Interfolio; deadline Dec 7, 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD preferred.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Russian.
• Experience in language teaching.
• Ability to teach four courses across two semesters.

Responsibilities

• Teach four Russian courses per year (two per semester).
• Develop and deliver upper-level courses in Russian.
• Mentor and interact with a diverse student body.

Skills

Russian language proficiency

Teaching experience

Education

PhD preferred

Job description

Visiting Assistant Professor of Russian
Williams College: German and Russian

Location: Williams College
Open Date: Aug 07, 2026
Deadline: Dec 07, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description
The Department of German and Russian at Williams college seeks to fill a one-year visiting assistant professor position in Russian to begin in July 2027. The teaching load is four courses, or the equivalent, across two semesters: two in the fall and two in the spring. Specialization is open. PhD preferred. Native or near-native proficiency in the language is required. A passion for teaching is a must. Specifically, the successful candidate will have significant language teaching experience, innovative ideas for upper-level courses in Russian, and a desire to work effectively, both inside and outside the classroom, with a student population that is broadly diverse. Our program is founded on close student-faculty interaction and strong mentoring, as well as vibrant scholarship. Application deadline: December 7, 2026. Application should include: CV, cover letter, and four reference letters; a writing sample and other materials may be solicited later. All materials should be addressed to Gail Newman, Chair, Department of German and Russian, and must be submitted through Interfolio. Fax and email applications will not be accepted. All queries should be addressed to Gail Newman, [e-mail]. We welcome applications from members of groups traditially underrepresented in the field. All offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background check. Further information is available here: https://faculty.williams.edu/faculty-support-and-resources/prospective-faculty/background-check-policy/

Position begins:

July 1, 2027

Application Deadline:

December 7, 2026

Williams College is a liberal arts institution located in the Berkshire Hills of western Massachusetts. The college has built its reputation on outstanding teaching and scholarship and on the academic excellence of its approximately 2,000 students. Please visit the Williams College website (http://www.williams.edu/). Williams promotes equal opportunity and makes all employhttps://www.williams.edu/ent decisions on a non-discriminatory basis. Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where individuals of all identities and backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive.

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