Assistant Professor of Languages

Date Posted: October 1, 2025
Closing Date: November 24, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET
Req ID: 45256
Job Category: Faculty – Tenure Stream (Continuing)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Department of Slavic and East European Languages and Cultures
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description

The Department of Slavic and East European Languages and Cultures in the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure-stream position in Slavic Comparative Studies. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.

Qualifications

Candidates must have earned a PhD in Slavic Studies or a related discipline by the time of appointment or shortly thereafter. The department seeks applicants with:

• A demonstrated record of excellence in both research and teaching.

• The ability to teach and research in at least two different Slavic language and culture areas.

• A specialization in Czech and/or Slovak studies is particularly encouraged.

• Research interests that incorporate media studies and/or digital culture are especially desirable.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Teach two undergraduate and/or graduate courses per semester.

• Pursue innovative and independent research.

• Establish and maintain a competitive, externally funded research program.

Evidence of Excellence

Research excellence may be demonstrated by:

• Publications in leading or field-relevant journals.

• A strong research statement.

• Conference presentations, awards, and recognitions.

• Outstanding letters of reference.

Teaching excellence will be assessed through:

• A record of strong teaching performance.

• A teaching dossier that includes a statement of teaching philosophy, two sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations.

• Supportive reference letters.

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Instructions

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online at University of Toronto Careers. Applicants must include:

1. A cover letter.

2. A current curriculum vitae.

3. A research statement (current and future research plans).

4. A recent writing sample in English (no more than 7,000 words).

5. A teaching dossier, including:

   • Statement of teaching philosophy.

   • Two sample course syllabi (culture-focused).

   • Teaching evaluations.

Applicants must also provide the names and contact details of three referees. The University’s online system will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference within 48 hours of application submission. Applicants are responsible for ensuring referees submit recent, signed, and dated letters by the closing date.

All materials, including reference letters, must be received by November 24, 2025.

Equity and Diversity

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging that strengthens its global mission. Applications are strongly encouraged from:

• Indigenous Peoples

• Black and racialized persons

• Women

• Persons with disabilities

• Individuals of diverse sexual and gender identities

Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate their commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) throughout their materials.

A brief Diversity Survey will be requested as part of the application process. This survey is voluntary, confidential, and used only for institutional planning. More information: http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and strives to make all recruitment and selection processes accessible.

Applicants requiring accommodations at any stage of the process are encouraged to contact:
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Contact

For questions about the position, please contact:
Professor Leonid Livak
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Additional Information

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

In your application, please refer to Professorpositions.com