Adjunct Instructor - Russian Language

Posting Number:

20260087F

Position Title:

Adjunct Instructor - Russian Language

Position Type:

Faculty

Location:

Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type:

Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule:

part-time/9-months

Department:

317-Dept of Global Interdisciplinary Studies

Position Summary:

Why work at Villanova?

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.

Villanova University’s Department of Global Interdisciplinary Studies invites applications for adjunct teaching positions in Russian language for undergraduate courses only. The specific courses involved are Introductory, Intermediate, and Advanced Russian. The applicant must be committed to excellence in the teaching of Russian.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching and related duties will vary with the specific course(s) being taught.

Minimum Qualifications:

Advanced degree in Russian or a closely related discipline is required and/or experience suitable for course instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous college teaching experience preferred.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

Special Message to Applicants:

The Global Interdisciplinary Studies Department will accept applications throughout the year. When a teaching vacancy arises, we will consider the submitted applications in an effort to staff the course. All applicants must apply online at https://jobs.villanova.edu and complete a faculty profile.

Online applications must include: 1. A current and complete resume/curriculum vitae. 2. A cover letter or letter of interest. The letter should include the following three pieces of information: a) the type of courses the applicant is interested in teaching; b) the time period during which the applicant expects to be available; c) the names and the contact information of three references. If the applicant wishes to submit any other supporting documents, they may submit them online in conjunction with the application. We will contact only the candidate who meets our criteria for the position. Please no other inquiries after you submit your application.

Posting Date:

10/08/2026

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information:

Competitive

Salary Band:

Job Classification:

faculty

References Needed

References Needed

Minimum Number of References Needed

3

Maximum Number of References Needed

3