Course Lecturer – Elementary Russian Language (Fall 2026)

About the role

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at McGill University seeks a Course Lecturer to teach Elementary Russian Language 1 (RUSS210 001) during the Fall 2026 term. This fixed‑term appointment involves delivering a three‑credit language course to undergraduate students.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare the course syllabus, lesson plans, and teaching materials.
• Deliver lectures and language practice sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (4:35 pm – 5:25 pm).
• Evaluate student performance, record grades, and submit attendance reports.
• Supervise teaching assistants and other support staff as needed.
• Provide academic guidance to students and respond to their inquiries.
• Follow the Pedagogical Regulation and Language Program Director guidelines, including test preparation, invigilation, and departmental meetings.

Required profile

• M.A. or Ph.D. in Russian, or enrollment in the Russian Studies graduate program at McGill.
• Native or near‑native fluency in Russian.
• At least two semesters of teaching experience at a comparable level, or be a graduate student in Russian Studies within the department.
• Familiarity with the course materials used in Russian language instruction.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration for a three‑credit course ($11,479 – $11,824 CAD).
• Opportunity to teach at a leading research university.
• Access to university resources and professional development.