Visiting Russian Language Professor (4‑Course Load)

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

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.