Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Russian Studies

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Pittsburgh is inviting applications for a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Russian Studies. The role involves teaching language and literature courses, developing the Russian Studies program, and engaging in interdisciplinary research. Candidates should have a PhD in Russian Literary and Cultural Studies, with ABD considered, and must demonstrate experience in teaching Russian. This is a two-year position starting August 1, 2026, with potential for extension based on performance.

Qualifications

• PhD in Russian Literary and Cultural Studies required; ABD considered.
• Demonstrated experience or interest in developing digital humanities research and teaching.
• Evidence of experience in second language instruction in Russian.

Responsibilities

• Teach Russian language at all levels and relevant literature courses.
• Engage in student outreach to develop Russian Studies program.
• Participate in research and teaching initiatives.

Skills

Native or near-native fluency in Russian

Fluent in English

Digital humanities research

Experience in second language instruction

Education

PhD in Russian Literary and Cultural Studies

Job description

Description

The Department of Languages, Cultures & Applied Linguistics at Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Russian Studies, beginning in August 1, 2026. This is a two-year position and may be renewable for a third year pending performance review. Applicants must have native or near-native fluency in Russian and English. PhD in Russian Literary and Cultural studies is required, ABD considered.

Of particular interest are candidates whose research focuses on literary fiction; film and media studies; translation studies; and/or popular culture. Demonstrated experience or interest in developing digital humanities research and teaching is highly desirable. The successful candidate will be able to teach Russian language at all levels, as well as 19 th and 20 th /21 st century Russian literature and potentially interdisciplinary courses in English. Candidates who cannot provide evidence of experience in second language instruction in Russian will not be considered.

Teaching load is 3+3, complemented by an expectation to engage in student outreach and activities to help develop Russian Studies at CMU, as the department seeks to expand its Russian Studies program.

The successful hire will benefit from a strong and growing support of interdisciplinary humanities research and teaching at Carnegie Mellon, including such initiatives as theCenter for the Arts in Society and the Humanities Center (https://www.cmu.edu/dietrich/humanities-center/). The Department also boasts cutting‑edge research and pedagogy spaces in the LCAL Studio (https://www.cmu.edu/dietrich/lcal/mlrc/index.html) and the Kenner Room (https://www.cmu.edu/dietrich/lcal/kenner-global/) for immersive cultural research and teaching.

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Qualifications

PhD in Russian Literary and Cultural Studies. ABD considered.

Application Instructions

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 24, 2026. Applicants should submit 1) a current CV, 2) a cover letter addressing experience in research, teaching, and service, and 3) the names and contact information for three professional references.

Please direct inquiries to:

Dr. Anne Lambright [e-mail]

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Carnegie Mellon University is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition, family status, marital status, parental status, religion, ancestry, veteran status, or genetic information. Furthermore, Carnegie Mellon University does not discriminate and is required not to discriminate in violation of federal, state, or local laws or executive orders.