Visiting Professor: Russian & Central European Studies

American Association of Teachers of Slavic and East European Languages; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 46,750 - 63,250; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Russian and Central European Studies for the 2026-2027 academic year. The position carries a 3-course load per semester with one course release for service. Salary is $55,000 plus benefits; visa sponsorship is not available.

PhD by Aug 2026 and bilingual proficiency are required. Responsibilities include teaching across culture, film, literature, and potentially language courses, both in person and online if needed.

Qualifications

• PhD by August 2026; evidence of successful teaching at a U.S.-based institution; and proficiency in two languages and cultures (including Russian).
• Second language option: Czech or Ukrainian; Digital Humanities experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach a broad range of courses in culture, film, literature, and possibly language, in person and potentially online.
• Serve as a member of the undergraduate committee and advisor of 1‑2 language or other clubs.
• Design and offer 1 undergraduate career readiness workshop each semester.
• Engage in research and maintain active scholarly work.

Skills

Teaching experience

Proficiency in two languages

Digital humanities

Education

PhD in hand by August 2026

Job description

The Ohio State University seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Russian and Central European Studies for the 2026-2027 academic year. The position carries a 3-course load per semester with one course release for service. Salary is $55,000 plus benefits; visa sponsorship is not available.

PhD by Aug 2026 and bilingual proficiency are required. Responsibilities include teaching across culture, film, literature, and potentially language courses, both in person and online if needed.