Visiting Assistant Professor of Russian

MountainOne; Williamstown (MA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams College invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor position in Russian, beginning July 1, 2027. The teaching load is four courses across two semesters with a fall and spring sequence.

Native or near-native proficiency in Russian is required, and the candidate should bring innovative ideas for upper‑level courses and strong mentorship toward a diverse student body. PhD is preferred; significant language teaching experience and a passion for teaching are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD preferred.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Russian.
• Experience teaching Russian language at the college level.
• Ability to develop upper-level Russian courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per year across two semesters (fall and spring).
• Engage in mentoring and student interactions in a diverse student population.

Skills

Russian language teaching

Language pedagogy

Near-native Russian

Education

PhD preferred

Job description

Visiting Assistant Professor of RussianWilliams College: German and RussianLocation: Williams CollegeOpen Date: Aug 07, 2026Deadline: Dec 07, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern TimeDescriptionThe 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, 2027Application Deadline:December 7, 2026Apply online(Interfolio Link)QualificationsApplication InstructionsFor more information and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9816877Williams 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.Lie Detector StatementIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.je-04f7fc60805b4f88ba44ea5200673b46