Job Description

Department of Political Studies & Department of German and Slavic Studies Faculty of Arts, University of Manitoba Position Number #35933 Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in Comparative Politics in Eastern Europe (emphasis Ukraine & Russia) The Departments of Political Studies and of German and Slavic Studies in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Manitoba invite applications for a full-time probationary (tenure-track) position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The position is equally shared between Political Science and Slavic Studies. The starting salary will reflect the qualifications and experience of the chosen candidate. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2025 (or as soon as possible thereafter).

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain a productive research program, teach courses in Political Studies and Slavic Studies in various modes of delivery from first-year to the Master's level, including a large introductory class in comparative politics, and to engage in the advising of honours and M.A. students. The ideal candidate must have a demonstrated record of excellence in research and in teaching; potential to teach and develop a range of courses at all levels of instruction in both units, including cross-listed courses between both units, and a demonstrated commitment to university and department service including community outreach. Excellent reading skills in Ukrainian and Russian would be an important asset.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a PhD, or be very near completion, in Political Science, Slavic Studies, or a related field (if the PhD has not been completed by the appointment date, the person may be appointed to a term position at the rank of Lecturer until satisfactory completion of their PhD); a specialization in Eastern European politics, society, and culture in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, with an emphasis on Ukraine and Russia; expertise in the evolution of political structures, systems, and ideas, as well as in the role of international politics in the region. Expertise in the political effects of new information and communication technologies would be an asset. The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM's impact is global.

Additional Information

Further information about the departments is available via https://umanitoba.ca/arts/political-studies and https://umanitoba.ca/arts/german-slavic-studies.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community, including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Applications for this position must include a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample of up to 30 pages, a statement of teaching philosophy, and further evidence of effective teaching, such as teaching evaluations and sample course outlines. The letter of application should specify how the candidate meets the job description. As well, three confidential letters of reference must be received directly from the applicant's referees.

Electronic (preferred) or hard copy applications and letters of reference should be sent to Dr. Stephan Jaeger (artsgmsl.reach@umanitoba.ca), Department of German and Slavic Studies, 328 Fletcher Argue Building, 15 Chancellor's Circle, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 5V5.

Review of complete applications will begin on February 26, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Inquiries about the position can be sent to Dr. Stephan Jaeger, Chair of the Hiring Committee (stephan.jaeger@umanitoba.ca).

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curricula vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process.

About University of Manitoba

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba's Top Employers and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything. The University is located in Winnipeg, a city of over 800,000, the largest city in the province of Manitoba. It is located where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet, is recognized for its vibrant, multicultural community and diverse culture, and features the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, the Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre, and one of Canada's largest and most vibrant Canadian-Ukrainian communities, as well as other Canadian communities of Eastern European heritage. The University of Manitoba is the province's largest, most comprehensive post-secondary educational institution. More than 28,000 students from all over the world currently study in a wide range of programs in the liberal arts and sciences, the creative arts, and the professions. Research is a priority at the University of Manitoba and the success of its faculty in secur...ing substantial research support in national and international competitions attests to this fact. The university is home to the Centre of Ukrainian-Canadian Studies, the Archives of the Ukrainian-Canadian Experience, the Slavic Collection at Elizabeth Dafoe Library, and the Centre for Defence and Security Studies. Further information about the departments is available via https://umanitoba.ca/arts/political-studies and https://umanitoba.ca/arts/german-slavic-studies.

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