JOBS
University of Toronto Assistant Professor - Slavic Comparativist
Description:
The Department of Slavic and East European Languages and Cultures in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream Slavic Comparativist position. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of 1 July 2026.
Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Slavic studies or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. To qualify as Slavic Comparativists, candidates must have demonstrable ability to teach and research in at least two different Slavic language and culture areas. Czech and/or Slovak specialists are particularly encouraged to apply. We are especially interested in candidates with a research focus that incorporates media studies and/or digital culture. The successful candidate will be expected to teach two undergraduate and/or graduate courses per semester, to pursue innovative and independent research, and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.
Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees.
Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (with required materials outlined below) submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; a recent writing sample in English (of no more than 7000 words); and a teaching dossier including a statement of teaching philosophy, two sample culture course syllabi, and teaching evaluations.
Equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to academic excellence as articulated in University of Toronto’s Statement on Equity, Diversity and Excellence. We seek candidates who share these values and who demonstrate throughout the application materials their commitment and efforts to advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.
Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee within 48 hours after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ.
Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Professor Leonid Livak at a.kampouris@utoronto.ca.
All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by November 24, 2025.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.
University of Michigan WCEE Postdoctoral Fellowship
The Weiser Center for Europe and Eurasia seeks to hire a scholar of contemporary Russia for a two-year WCEE Postdoctoral Fellowship, from August 2026 to July 2028. We encourage applications from specialists on Russia proper as well as those who focus on Russia’s interactions with its neighbors (the Baltic states, Moldova, Belarus, Ukraine, the Caucasus, Central Asia, Mongolia, China, Japan). Candidates should have a PhD completed, or nearly completed, in the social sciences and/or cultural studies, broadly construed. We are especially interested in scholars who will complement and add to the coverage offered by our existing faculty.
WCEE Postdoctoral Fellows are expected to focus on their own research, participate in the center’s events, present at least one public lecture during their two-year fellowship, and teach one course per year at the University of Michigan while in full-time residency.
Eligibility
Eligibility is restricted to applicants who have obtained their PhD no earlier than January 1, 2024. Current doctoral candidates are eligible to apply but must have defended and filed their dissertations by July 31, 2026.
Benefits
Fellowships carry an annual salary of $60,000 and up to $10,000 in research funds during the postdoctoral appointment. Fellowship recipients will be eligible for U-M health, dental, and life insurance options (beginning August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2028). Fellows have full access to U-M library resources.
Application materials
Application opens July 1, 2025. Candidates should submit the following via Interfolio:
- A research proposal (2000 words maximum) that describes your intellectual objectives and concrete plan for the fellowship duration
- Curriculum Vitae
- A scholarly writing sample, such as a dissertation chapter or peer-reviewed journal article (50 pages maximum)
- Teaching statement with potential course topics
- Two letters of recommendation
To be assured full consideration, fellowship applications should be received by October 15, 2025, 11:59 PM EDT. Successful applicants will be notified by December 2025.
Please contact the Weiser Center for Europe and Eurasia for additional information at weiseraward@umich.edu.
DePaul University Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - History: Russian/Soviet/Eastern European History (26-27)
Position Description:
The History Department of DePaul University invites applications for an assistant professor specializing in European history with an expertise in Russia, the USSR, or Eastern Europe for a tenure track position to begin September 2026. The candidate will be responsible for teaching in these areas and for developing new courses that will appeal to students in the candidate’s areas of specialty. The faculty will be expected to teach in the History Department, as well as the University’s interdisciplinary programs like the Chicago Quarter, Honors, and the First Year Program.
Qualifications:
The candidate must have a PhD in history or a related field required by September 2026. The department seeks excellence in instruction, research, and service and seeks someone who will look forward to taking on administrative responsibilities at some point in their careers.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must submit a cover letter; curriculum vitae; a syllabus; and three letters of recommendation, at least one of which should speak directly to the applicant’s teaching experience; and an example of the candidate’s scholarship. Teaching evaluations would also be helpful for evaluating the candidate’s portfolio.
Deadline for applications October 31, 2025.
Bowdoin College Assistant Professor of Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies
Bowdoin College’s Department of Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty appointment in Slavic, East European, and Eurasian languages, literature and culture at the Assistant Professor level, beginning July 1, 2026. The position subfield is open. The teaching load is two courses per semester. A PhD is expected by the date of the appointment.
We encourage applicants who exhibit a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching at all levels of Russian language and the cultures of the broader region, as well as a promise of long-term successful research. Native or Near-native fluency in Russian is required, in addition to an excellent command of English for courses taught as part of the broader curriculum. While the research subfield and regional specialization are open, we value interdisciplinarity and especially welcome applications from candidates whose teaching and research foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of the region’s diverse societies and cultures.
Bowdoin College offers opportunities for professional development, a fully funded, year-long pre-tenure sabbatical leave (after three years of teaching and successful reappointment), and regular, generously funded, post-tenure sabbaticals. Support for teaching, grant-writing, artificial intelligence initiatives, computing software, and community partnerships in courses is available. The College also offers robust programming and resources for establishing and enhancing mentoring networks.
At Bowdoin, we are committed to inclusive excellence, an ongoing collective practice that honors our institutional commitment to provide an outstanding liberal arts education and serve the common good. The College is home to talented students, faculty, and staff and we encourage applications from candidates committed to the inclusive instruction and support of a diverse student population, and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity.
Accessibility during the application and interview stages, as well as once employed, is a priority of the College: https://www.bowdoin.edu/accessibility/index.html. In addition, visa sponsorships for faculty hires are available.
Bowdoin College accepts only electronic submissions. Please visit https://careers.bowdoin.edu to submit: 1) a cover letter; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) the names and contact information for three references who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation. Additional materials on teaching and research will be solicited for those invited to interview.
Review of applications will begin October 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
University of Chicago Assistant Professor in Central and/or Eastern European Literature and Culture
The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Central and/or Eastern European Literature and Culture with an expected start date of July 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. We seek a scholar specializing in any Slavic language and culture of the region, whose work has the potential to transcend the regional and disciplinary boundaries of Slavic Studies and to speak to issues that intersect with humanistic inquiry in other areas of the world and other linguistic and cultural traditions. The selected candidate will pursue their own research agenda, collaborate with faculty in the Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures and other areas of the Division of the Arts & Humanities and University, and teach in both the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. The teaching load for tenure-track positions is typically four courses per year on the quarter system. Additional responsibilities include advising at all levels of the program, and service on departmental and university committees.
Salary Range or Pay Grade:
Assistant Professor: $88,000-$110,000; This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment paid over twelve months. The position also includes a relocation allowance for qualifying expenses
This position is benefits-eligible. University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have an active research agenda resulting in publication in leading venues in their field or the potential to develop such a publication record, as well as the ability or potential to be an excellent teacher and mentor at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The candidate must demonstrate native or near-native command of at least one Slavic language.
All requirements for receipt of a PhD in a relevant field must be completed prior to the start of the appointment.
Application Instructions
Applicants must upload the following materials to the University of Chicago’s recruitment website at apply.interfolio.com/174774 by 10:59 PM Central Time/11:59 PM Eastern Time on October 27, 2025:
· CV
· Cover Letter
· Research Statement
· Writing Sample
· The names and contact information of three recommenders who may be asked to provide letters on behalf of the applicant
Applicants will be asked to provide a teaching statement and other additional materials following the initial review of applications. Questions may be directed to Stephen Carver at slavic-department@uchicago.edu.
This position is contingent upon budgetary approval.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
Major Gifts Officer, Razom for Ukraine
Full time, New York City, Chicago, Washington D.C candidates preferred. Remote applicants will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
ABOUT RAZOM
Razom, which means “together” in Ukrainian, is dedicated to upholding the principles of the Revolution of Dignity (Maidan) and actively contributing to the establishment of a secure, prosperous, and democratic Ukraine. We achieve this by creating, inspiring, and collaborating on initiatives that motivate people to think, partner and do.
Razom is at an exciting, pivotal juncture. The organization is focused on meeting the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine caused by Russia’s full-scale invasion, while building a sustainable future for the organization that can maintain its commitment to Ukraine in the long-term. Razom experienced unprecedented growth in a short period of time, and to build upon this, Razom is investing in a Major Gifts Officer who can connect with our robust community.
OVERVIEW OF ROLE
The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) is responsible for maximizing major gift revenue to Razom by cultivating, soliciting, stewarding, and maintaining ongoing relationships with an assigned portfolio of major donors and prospects (individual and corporate). The ideal candidate is a self-driven, goal-oriented, front-line fundraiser who will play a vital role in contributing to the development of a major giving program at Razom, working on the Advancement team, and collaborating with staff across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a fundraiser that is prepared to excel in a fast-paced environment.
REPORTS TO
CAO, Razom for Ukraine
RESPONSIBILITIES
● Manage, cultivate, and sustain a portfolio of active and prospective major donors who are capable of making gifts of $50,000 or more.
● Develop and implement cultivation and solicitation strategies that match Razom’s financial needs with donor interests and result in major gifts; ensure that each major donor and prospect in your portfolio has a clear strategy and timeline for cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
● Serve as the primary “point person” or relationship manager for a dedicated portfolio, developing and implementing a donor strategy and relationship record (using Humanitru) of all interactions, including face-to-face meetings, cultivation events/touchpoints, and house parties.
● Share information, provide input and insights regarding prospect identification and cultivation, volunteer involvement, solicitation strategies, etc.
● Develop and maintain a broad understanding of Razom’s mission, case for support and programs (Relief, Health, Advocacy, Heroes, Connect) in order to effectively articulate this information to prospective donors.
● Work with Razom staff, board, and volunteers as appropriate to maximize gift giving and execute fundraising and cultivation events.
● Provide administrative support for regional events by coordinating and gathering necessary items and preparing attendee name tags to ensure a smooth and professional event experience.
● Identify new individuals to add to the major donor prospect list.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
● 5-10 years experience in fundraising, sales, and/or business development.
● Experience in major gift fundraising or working with high net-worth individuals in related professions.
● Ability to influence and engage a wide range of donors and build authentic long-term relationships.
● Entrepreneurial with an ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment, with an openness to new ideas and their implementation.
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and presentation.
● Strong organizational and time management skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
● Ability to work collaboratively across organizational lines, and to excel in an environment that emphasizes teamwork and collaboration.
● Flexibility in personal schedule to attend evening and weekend activities, as well as travel as needed.
● High energy and passion for Razom’s mission is essential.
Proficiency of Ukrainian language/knowledge of Ukrainian audiences is a strong plus.
LOGISTICS AND BENEFITS
● Razom offers generous paid time off and unique opportunities for ongoing professional development
● Razom offers competitive benefits packages
SALARY RANGE
$90,000-$125,000
Final salary based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location as well as finalized scope of work.
Razom is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, or current employment status. Razom is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe social change happens when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with a common purpose. We encourage candidates from different backgrounds to apply.
Recruiter, Razom for Ukraine
Full time, fixed-term contract through November 30, 2025. Based in New York City (hybrid)
ABOUT RAZOM
Razom, which means “together” in Ukrainian, is dedicated to upholding the principles of the Revolution of Dignity (Maidan) and actively contributing to the establishment of a secure, prosperous, and democratic Ukraine. We achieve this by creating, inspiring, and collaborating on initiatives that motivate people to think, partner and do.
OVERVIEW OF ROLE
The Recruiter role is a strategic partner responsible for managing full-cycle recruitment, implementing innovative talent acquisition strategies, and optimizing recruitment systems and processes to align with Razom for Ukraine’s mission. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in sourcing and engaging top talent, managing recruiting processes, and collaborating effectively with hiring managers in a fast-paced environment.
REPORTS TO
Director of People & Culture
RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruiting Systems & Process Improvement
● Assess current recruitment tools, workflows, and systems, identifying areas for improvement.
● Develop streamlined processes and tools for applicant tracking, candidate communications, and interview coordination.
● Create user-friendly guides and templates for hiring managers to enhance efficiency and consistency.
End-to-End Recruitment Management
● Partner with hiring managers to design strategies for attracting mission-aligned talent.
● Source candidates via LinkedIn, job boards, social media, and direct outreach while building and maintaining strong talent pipelines.
● Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including screening resumes, conducting initial phone interviews, coordinating interviews, and maintaining accurate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
● Lead the offer process, including drafting offer letters, coordinating approvals, and ensuring a smooth candidate experience.
● Coach hiring managers on interviewing best practices, fostering consistent and equitable evaluations.
● Ensure a seamless and positive experience for all candidates, including timely communication and efficient interview logistics.
Internship & Volunteer Programs
● Manage Razom’s internship program, ensuring it continues to provide meaningful and engaging opportunities that contribute to Razom’s mission.
● Support volunteer engagement by defining volunteer roles and attracting diverse talent through creative outreach methods.
Additional Responsibilities:
● Perform other duties as needed to support the People team and advance organizational goals.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
● At least 3-5 years of recruiting experience, ideally in a high-growth nonprofit or mission-driven organization. Familiarity with recruiting for diverse roles, including both operational and programmatic positions, is a plus.
● Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
● Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting tools, such as LinkedIn Recruiter. Familiarity with Google Suite is required.
LOGISTICS AND BENEFITS
● Razom offers generous paid time off and unique opportunities for ongoing professional development
● Razom offers competitive benefits packages
SALARY RANGE
$65,000-$85,000
Final salary based on experience and qualifications as well as finalized scope of work.
Razom is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, or current employment status. Razom is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe social change happens when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with a common purpose. We encourage candidates from different backgrounds to apply.
INTERNSHIPS
There are no internship opportunities at this time
FUNDING
Call for submissions to the Donna Tussing Orwin Essay Competition
Please submit your scholarly essays to the second annual Donna Tussing Orwin Essay Competition for early career scholars in Tolstoy Studies Journal.
Eligible scholars (undergraduate, graduate, pre-tenure) are encouraged to submit essays (approximately 8,000 words) on any topic related to Tolstoy.
Please send submissions to tgershko@andrew.cmu.edu.
They will be evaluated by the editors as well as a panel of judges, and the winning essay will receive a cash prize and publication in Tolstoy Studies Journal.
The deadline for submission is the second Friday in September (9/12/2025). The winner will be announced in November, and the selected essay will be published in our next issue in early 2026.
CONFERENCES & WORKSHOPS
Call for Papers for the Association for the Advancement of Baltic Studies Conference: Diasporas: Building Bridges Across Nations
Proposals are due: October 17, 2025, at 11:59 pm CT
The 30th biennial conference of the Association for the Advancement of Baltic Studies (AABS) will be held on the campus of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on May 28–31, 2026.
Home to one of the most preeminent Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies collections in North America, the Slavic Reference Service and the University Library invite all Baltic Studies researchers, scholars, and community members to participate in the next installment in a long tradition of engaging, multidisciplinary conferences. Participants should expect to engage in productive academic discussions, encounter groundbreaking research, and make new connections across our community. Visitors are also encouraged to make use of the University’s research collections and enjoy the nearby city of Chicago, home to large Baltic diaspora communities.
With an eye to that inclusive conference spirit and inspired by the Baltic communities in Chicago and the Midwest, the theme for the 2026 conference will be “Diasporas: Building Bridges Across Nations.”
Since the 19th century, Baltic diaspora communities from around the world have played a pivotal role in sustaining and preserving their countries of origin. From the streets of Chicago to Rio Novo in Brazil, the diverse transnational networks of Baltic diasporas have withstood empires, world wars, Soviet occupation, and the Cold War to help forge new identities and memory as independent peoples and nations. Therefore, it seems appropriate to reflect on the genealogies and the social, political, and cultural contributions of Baltic diaspora communities worldwide, as well as the experiences and perspectives of diaspora groups currently residing in the Baltic region.
We welcome proposals for roundtables, panels, and workshops, though individual paper proposals will also be considered. Proposals may be from all fields of the humanities and social sciences. Early career scholars and scholars based in the region are especially encouraged to submit proposals. Graduate students may also choose to submit poster proposals.
We particularly invite proposals that draw attention to the diverse geographic spaces inhabited by diaspora and transnational communities from and in the Baltic region.
Call for Applications - NYUAD Research Writing Retreat 2026
The Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World invites distinguished scholars to apply for its Research Writing Retreat, to be held in Winter 2026 and Spring 2026. Taking place at NYU Abu Dhabi, this two-week retreat aims to foster a scholarly community for up to 8 scholars from around the world and to advance research projects in all areas of the Humanities related to the study of the Arab world, its rich literature and history, its cultural and artistic heritage, and its manifold connections with other cultures. Scholars will have the opportunity to work on any type of academic writing, including a research article, book manuscript, chapter or essay.
We welcome applications from international senior scholars with outstanding scholarly accomplishments and mid-career scholars with strong publication records and exceptional scholarly promise.
Applicants may indicate their preferred term (Winter or Spring) and we will do our best to accommodate these preferences. Final placements will be determined based on cohort availability and budget confirmation.
The fellowship will arrange and cover the costs of the scholar’s travel to and from Abu Dhabi and their accommodation and meals for the duration of the two-week retreat.
Expectations during the residency:
- Three group dinners with fellow scholars and select NYUAD faculty
- One lunch meeting with NYUAD faculty or HRF Research Fellow
- One research panel presentation
Retreat Dates:
- Winter 2026: January 12-23, 2026
- Spring 2026: May 11-23, 2026
Required materials:
- Curriculum Vitae (up to 4 pages)
- Research Proposal (3-5 pages including references)
- Short-answer Form
All application materials must be submitted in English.
To apply, please submit your application through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/167905
Deadline to apply: September 30, 2025.
Raya Lakova, Program Manager: nyuad.humanities.fellowships@nyu.edu
SUMMER/ LANGUAGE OPPORTUNITIES
There are no summer/language opportunities at this time