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GSI: 1 @ 25% for Russian 375 - WN'26

How to Apply

Please upload the following documents as one PDF document with your application:

1. A cover letter addressing your specific interest in the position and qualifications that directly relates to this position.

2. A curriculum vita (including names of two faculty references).

3. Previous U-M teaching evaluations, as applicable.

Job Summary

The Slavic Department is looking to hire one (1) GSI at a .25 for Russian 375/History 333 (Literature and Empire: Nineteenth-Century Russian Prose). This course fulfills the upper-level writing requirement for undergraduate students. No knowledge of Russian is required (all readings and discussions will be in English).

Course Description

This is an interdisciplinary course that uncovers the deep connection between politics and art while discussing Russian imperialism in historical and literary contexts.

When we think of Russia, past or present, we associate it with imperialist ambition and military conquests. But in terms of its positive contributions to the world, we think of Russia as home to a unique literature, universally acclaimed for its humanistic ethos and psychological depth. This course explores the connection between these two seemingly incompatible aspects of Russian history and probes the ways in which the imperial drive influenced ? and was artistically mediated by? literature. The course examines literary works in the historical context of empire-building, analyzing Russian and non-Russian writers alike to juxtapose the voices of the imperial self and colonial others and investigate their impact on one another.

Responsibilities*

+ Grading two argumentative papers, including drafts, from each student.

+ Grading four short essays (800 words maximum) from each student.

+ Grading final project (portfolio) from each student.

+ Holding regular office hours to assist students throughout the course.

+ Being available over email and zoom to help students in case they have any questions pertaining to the course.

+ Holding two Group Review Sessions.

+ Meeting regularly with the course instructor.

+ Attendance at course lectures (Mondays and Wednesdays, 1-2:30 PM).

Required Qualifications*

Currently enrolled as a graduate student at the University of Michigan. No knowledge of Russian required. Appointed candidate must have completed or take WRITING 993 concurrently with the appointment.

Desired Qualifications*

+ relevant academic preparation for teaching the course material;

+ prior GSI experience with favorable student evaluations;

+ overall positive academic performance and progress toward the degree;

+ relevant graduate training;

+ ability to work with diverse student body and with very diverse assignments;

+ willingness to develop innovative approaches in the classroom.

+ LSA student enrolled in a graduate program

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Contact Information

Department of Slavic Languages & Literatures

3040 Modern Languages Building

812 E. Washington Street

Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Or email Eva Fall ( [email protected] )

Ph: 734-936-0150

Decision Making Process

All applications will be submitted for review to the faculty member teaching the course. Possible interviews will take place on a rolling basis and decisions will be made by December 19, 2025. After review of applications and possible interviews, decisions will be made by the faculty member teaching the course.

Selection Process

All GSI appointments are subject to administrative approval. Applicants may request information about the status of their application from the program at any time.

GEO Contract Information

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This position, as posted, is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between the Regents of the University of Michigan and the Graduate Employees' Organization, American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO 3550.

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The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

271666

Working Title

GSI: 1 @ 25% for Russian 375 - WN'26

Job Title

GRAD STU INSTR

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

College Of Lsa

Department

LSA Slavic Languages & Lit.

Posting Begin/End Date

12/05/2025 - 12/19/2025

Career Interest

Graduate Students

Graduate Student Instructors (GEO)