Assistant Professor- Slavic Languages and Literatures

Assistant Professor Slavic Languages and Literatures University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks an Assistant Professor in the Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures.

• PhD in Slavic, Comparative Literature, or a closely related field.

• Teach a range of courses at the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Oversee Ukrainian language instruction.
• Full‑time faculty duties.

Please create your candidate profile at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on February 15, 2026.

• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Statement of research interest or dissertation abstract
• Writing sample
• Statement of teaching interests
• Contact information for three professional references (letters of recommendation may be requested electronically from referees at a later date)

We ask that all documents be uploaded as a single .pdf file in the “Resume/CV” section. Applications not submitted through  will not be considered.

The budgeted salary range for the position is $76,000‑81,000. This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization, except for sponsorship of a new H1B petition that would incur the $100,000 fee.

Questions may be directed to LAS HR via e‑mail at: lascollegehiring.

The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid time off and tuition waivers for employees and dependents

The University of Illinois System is an equal‑opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status. It complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. For a non‑discrimination statement and information about background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and E‑Verify, visit the Required Employment Notices and Posters.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008). Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division at 217‑333‑0885 or emailing accessibility.

Requisition : 1034357

Job Category: Faculty

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