Teaching Assistant Professor of Ukrainian
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

Germanic and Slavic Lang Lit - 311600

Application Deadline:

01/08/2025

Position Type:

Visiting / Part-time Faculty

Working Title:

Teaching Assistant Professor of Ukrainian

Appointment Type:

Teaching Assistant Professor

Position Number:

20064937

Vacancy ID:

F003223

Full-time/Part-time:

Part-Time Temporary

Hours per week:

13.2

FTE:

0.33

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

Dependent on Experience and/or Qualifications

Proposed Start Date:

07/01/2025

Estimated duration of appointment:

6 months

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The Department of Germanic and Slavic Languages and Literatures (http://gsll.unc.edu/) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hiring a tenure track Assistant Professor in German. The position will involve active and ongoing participation in the Carolina-Duke Graduate Program in German Studies. The successful candidate will maintain an active research program, teach a range of courses in German, and perform service for the department.

Position Summary:

This position will teach one section of introductory Ukrainian (UKRN 401) beginning in Fall 2025 (August 18 - December 12). This is a part-time, fixed-term, renewable position at. Strong candidates should also be prepared to teach second- and third-semester Ukrainian if the position is renewed.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

A M.A. degree (or foreign equivalent) in Slavic languages and literatures or closely related field is required by July 1, 2025.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Strong candidates are expected to possess knowledge of and experience in current best practices for the teaching of Ukrainian as a foreign language at the collegiate level. Native or near-native proficiency in Ukrainian and English required.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements :

N/A

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must apply online at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/290602, and upload: 1) a letter of application; 2) a CV; 3) a statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages); and 4) a sample syllabus for introductory Ukrainian. At the time of application, candidates will also be required to identify the names, titles, and email addresses of two professional references, both of whom must be prepared to discuss the applicant's Ukrainian-language teaching in detail. These reference providers will be contacted via email with instructions for uploading their letters of support. References should be signed on institutional letterhead. Questions should be addressed to Dr. Radislav Lapushin at: lapushin@email.unc.edu. Application deadline will be January 8, 2025; review of applications will begin on that date. Initial interviews will be conducted via Zoom.

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