Pritzker College Prep has an opening for a full-time Russian teacher at the high school level for the 2012-2013 school year. Interested parties may email Phillip Stosberg at pstosberg@noblenetwork.org with any questions or apply directly through the link below:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA4/ats/careers/jobSearch.jsp?org=NOBLENETWORK&cws=1
George Washington University Visiting Fellowship on Russia’s Global Engagement. The Institute for European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies at George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs a competition for one Post-Doctoral Scientist position for the academic year 2012-13.
The Post-Doctoral Scientist will spend approximately 50 percent of time on his/her own research and the other 50 percent serving as Russian-language editor for the website of the Program on New Approaches to Research and Security in Eurasia (PONARS Eurasia). Continue reading →
Steven Zipperstein, “Mythology, Historicity, and the 1903 Kishinev Pogrom: How a Riot Changed 20th Century Jewish History;”
3/29/2012, Rosenwald 405, 1101 E. 58th St. at 4:30 p.m. (free)
Steven J. Zipperstein, Daniel E. Koshland Professor in Jewish Culture and History at Stanford University, has published widely in European Jewish history and literary biography. Among his books are: Elusive Prophet: Ahad Ha’am and the Origins of Zionism (1993); Imagining Russian Jewry: Memory, History, Identity (1999); and Rosenfeld’s Lives: Fame, Oblivion, and the Furies of Writing (2008). Continue reading →
This year the MGIMO University Moscow offers four modules in English from June 11 to August 03. Students interested in Russia’s policies and culture could take advantage of this unique educational opportunity and receive credits. Of course, Russian language instruction for international students is available, depending on their proficiency in the Russian language.
Should any questions about MGIMO Summer School arise, please do not hesitate to contact Mihail Gurvich at gurvitch@mail.ru. You can find more information about MGIMO University at www.english.mgimo.ru
Thursday, April 5, 2012
4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Ida Noyes Hall, West Lounge
1212 E. 59th Street, Chicago, IL 60637
Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, Gunner Hamlyn, will talk about his service in the Republic of Niger and Peace Corps Recruiter, Carrie Cruz, will explain the application process, and discuss the benefits of service. All are welcome! Continue reading →
The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at McGill University invites applications for a Faculty Lecturer position in Russian Studies. Duties include teaching Russian language on all levels, coordination of the language program, and supervision and training of graduate student instructors. Ph.D. in Russian Studies, second language acquisition or a related field preferred, but candidates with M.A. degree will be considered. Extensive teaching experience and excellent teaching record at the university level are required. Familiarity with current approaches to foreign language teaching and instructional technology and participation in the Department’s language and culture related activities are expected. Teaching assignment will be 21 credits per year.
Initial appointment of Faculty Lecturers is 3 years; appointment is renewable and becomes indefinite after a period of 6 years continuous employment. Start of appointment 1 August 2012. Starting salary is $50,000.
Applicants must fill out the Russian Search Application Form. A letter of introduction, cv and teaching portfolio should be submitted electronically via email to search.russian@mcgill.ca. Three letters of recommendation should be sent under separate cover (electronically or hardcopy) to: Professor Karin Bauer, Chair, Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, McGill University, 688 Sherbrooke St. West, room 425, Montreal, QC, H3A 3R1. Email:search.russian@mcgill.ca
Deadline for the receipt of applications: 19 April 2012.
McGill University is committed to equity in employment and diversity. It welcomes applications from Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, visible minorities, women, and others who may contribute to diversification. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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