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Adjunct Lecturer, Slavic

Barnard College
New York City, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Jun 2026

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Job:

Adjunct Lecturer, Slavic

The Slavic Department at Barnard College seeks a part-time instructor to teach the following two undergraduate courses during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Job Description:

The Slavic Department at Barnard College seeks a part-time instructor to teach the following two undergraduate courses during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Spring 2027:

RUSS3221UN Literature & Revolution (20th cent. lit.) 

The revolutionary period (1905-1938) in Russia was not only one of extreme social upheaval but also of exceptional creativity. Established ideas about individuality and collectivity, about how to depict reality, about language, gender, authority, and violence, were all thrown open to radical questioning. Out of this chaos came ideas about literature and film (just for example) which have shaped Western thought on these subjects to this day. In this course we will study a variety of media and genres (poetry, manifestos, film, painting, photomontage, the novel, theoretical essays) in an effort to gain a deep understanding of this complex and fascinating period in Russian cultural history.

Pay Rate:  $14,000

Spring 2027:

One three-point course in Slavic literature and culture; of special interest are courses that include multiple regions of the Slavic world as well as courses incorporating film and media studies. 

Pay Rate:  $14,000

Exact instructional assignments and other academic responsibilities are determined by the Chair or Director.

Skills, Qualifications & Requirements:

Required Qualifications

Terminal degree in a related discipline, with all requirements for the degree completed by the time of hiring offer. 

Application Requirements

Only complete applications submitted via Workday will be considered.  Applicants are required to upload the following documents:

  • CV

  • Statement of interest (including teaching philosophy, most relevant prior teaching experience, advanced pedagogical or relevant training)

  • Teaching dossier (including evaluations and sample syllabi relevant to the position description)

Finalists will be asked to identify three references, including one with direct knowledge of their teaching capabilities.  

Review of applications will begin on June 22, 2026

Barnard College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Barnard does not discriminate due to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and to the extent permitted by law. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Company:

Barnard College

Time Type:

Part time

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