The Department of Slavic and East European Languages and Literatures at The Ohio State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Slavic Cultural Studies, at the rank of assistant professor, beginning Autumn 2008. We are seeking a candidate with a demonstrated commitment to interdisciplinaryresearch and teaching, specializing in areas such as popular culture/ folklore, religious studies, media studies, ethnicity/diversity/ identity studies, or globalization/transnational studies. Preference will be given to candidates whose work focuses on both Russian and an East Central European culture. Candidates should have Ph.D. in hand or have their defense scheduled prior to Autumn 2008. The Department has robust B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. programs and is dedicated to excellence in both research and teaching. Thus, in addition to a strong research profile, the preferred candidate should be a versatile, dedicated teacher with experience in a North American college or university, with a clear commitment to fostering student research and to teaching on both the graduate and the undergraduate levels. Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, writing sample, and three letters of recommendation by November 5, 2007 to the following address: Professor Yana Hashamova, Chair, Slavic Cultural Studies Search Committee 400 Hagerty Hall 1775 College Road Columbus, OH 43210-1340 For email inquiries, please write to [log in to unmask] Review of applications will begin on November 6 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates must be available for interviews at the December meeting of the American Association of Teachers of Slavic and East European Languages. The Ohio State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, Vietnam-era veterans, disabled veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Daniel Collins, Chair Slavic and East European Languages and Literatures The Ohio State University 400 Hagerty Hall 1775 College Road Columbus, OH 43210-1340