AMERICAN
PHILOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION
ARCHAEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF
AMERICA
PLACEMENT
SERVICE
POSITIONS FOR
CLASSICISTS AND ARCHAEOLOGISTS
Complete listings, 2001-02
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POSITIONS FOR CLASSICISTS AND
ARCHAEOLOGISTS are published on or about the
15th of each month. The copy deadline is 12:00
noon (Eastern Time) on the 13th of the month
from January through August and 12:00 noon (Eastern Time)
on the 10th of the month from September
through December. Listings may be e-mailed or faxed to:
Placement Director, apaclassics@sas.upenn.edu
/ 215-573-7874.
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ALLEGHENY COLLEGE -
MEADVILLE, PA
Classical Studies / Ancient History. The History
Department and the Modern and Classical Languages
Department at Allegheny College invite applications for
an approved tenure track position in classical studies
beginning fall 2002. The successful candidate will be
expected to teach lower-level and upper-level courses in
Roman and Greek history, language courses in Latin, and
to participate in a college-wide freshmen/sophomore
liberal studies program that emphasizes writing and
speaking. Those able to teach an occasional course in
classical philosophy are especially encouraged to apply.
Teaching load at Allegheny includes three courses per
semester. Allegheny College is a highly selective private
liberal arts college with emphasis on teaching.
Preliminary interviews will be conducted at either the
American Philological Association Annual Meeting, or by
video conferencing. Please send letter of application
describing teaching and research interests, CV, three
letters of recommendation, and a writing sample by
November 20, 2001 to Professors Barry Shapiro and Phillip
Wolfe, Classical Studies Search Co-Chairs, Allegheny
College, Box 138, 520 N. Main St. Meadville, PA 16335.
Questions regarding this application can be directed to
Prof. Shapiro at 814/332-4304 or bshapiro@allegheny.edu.
EOE. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
AMERICAN COUNCIL OF LEARNED
SOCIETIES &endash; NEW YORK, NY
The ACLS invites nominations for the position of
President (Chief Executive Officer), duties to begin in
2003. A well-established scholar-teacher in higher
education, with pertinent leadership and administrative
experience, a broad awareness of the conditions shaping
scholarship and education, and a willingness to undertake
fundraising activities, is sought.
A non-profit organization founded in 1919 whose
headquarters are in New York City, ACLS is a federation
of 64 national learned organizations in the humanities
and social sciences and is the preeminent private
humanities organization in the U.S. The purpose of the
Council, as set forth in its constitution, is "the
advancement of humanistic studies in all fields of
learning in the humanities and social sciences and the
maintenance and strengthening of relations among national
societies devoted to such studies."
The review of nominations and applications will begin on
May 15 and will continue until the position is filled.
Letters of nomination or application should be mailed to
Professors Neil Rudenstine and Sandra Barnes, Search
Committee Co-Chairs, American Council of Learned
Societies, 228 East 45th Street, New York, NY
10017; web address: http://www.acls.org.
ACLS is an equal opportunity employer. Women and
minorities are encouraged to apply.
American Philological Association -
Thesaurus Linguae Latinae
The American Philological Association invites
applications for a one-year fellowship, tenable from July
2002 through June 2003, with the possibility of renewal
for one additional year, which will enable an American
scholar to participate in the work of the Thesaurus
Linguae Latinae Institute in Munich. Fellows at the TLL
develop a broadened perspective of the range and
complexity of the Latin language and culture from the
classical period through the early Middle Ages,
contribute signed articles to the Thesaurus, have the
opportunity to participate in a collaborative
international research project, and work with senior
scholars in the field of Latin lexicography. The
fellowship carries a stipend in the amount of $31,500 and
is made possible in part by a grant from the National
Endowment for the Humanities.
Applicants must be United States citizens or permanent
residents, already have the Ph.D., or anticipate the
award of the degree by July 1, 2002. The fellowship
offers valuable experience for scholars in a variety of
specialties (e.g., Latin language and literature,
Roman law, Roman history, the literature of early
Christianity); although it is not limited to individuals
working in Latin philology, applicants should possess a
thorough familiarity with and a special interest in the
Latin language. It is anticipated that applicants will
already have a reading knowledge of German and will be
willing to work toward proficiency in spoken German.
Further details will be sent to applicants upon request.
Women and members of minority groups underrepresented in
Classics are particularly encouraged to apply.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a
statement of what benefits the applicant expects to
derive from the Fellowship for his/her research and
teaching, and the names of three referees, whom the
applicant should ask to send supporting letters to the
Executive Director without further notice. Candidates
will be considered by the APA's TLL Fellowship Committee,
which serves as the selection committee. The committee
will choose a short-list of candidates to be invited for
interview at the Annual Meeting in January 2002 in
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and the name of the
successful candidate will be announced shortly
thereafter. Application deadline: November 15,
2001.
Applications should be sent to: Dr. Adam D. Blistein,
Executive Director, American Philological Association,
292 Logan Hall, University of Pennsylvania, 249 S.
36th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6304. For
additional information about the Fellowship, contact the
Chairperson of the APA's TLL Fellowship Committee, Prof.
Patrick Sinclair, Dept of Classics 121-HOB2, University
of California, Irvine, CA 92697-2000; tel: 949-824-5831;
e-mail: pjsincla@uci.edu.
The American School of Classical
Studies at Athens - Athens, Greece
(Five Positions)
POSITION ONE: The American School of Classical
Studies at Athens invites applicants with strengths in
research and teaching and with proven experience in
Greece for an appointment to its teaching staff in
Athens. The appointment, which begins July 1, 2002, is
for a one- or two-year term and is not renewable.
Candidates must have the Ph.D. Preference will be given
to those who hold the rank of Assistant or Associate
Professor at a North American University. The area of
specialization is open; however, the School does not wish
to duplicate, but rather to complement the expertise of
its staff. Applicants should be prepared to lead field
trips, advise and direct students in individual research,
and generally contribute to the intellectual life of the
School. Salary commensurate with experience; benefits and
housing allowance.
A letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and three
letters of recommendation should be addressed to
Professor Carol Lawton, Chair, Committee on Personnel,
American School of Classical Studies at Athens, 6-8
Charlton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540 and be received in
Princeton by December 14, 2001. ASCSA is an EO/AA
employer.
POSITIONS TWO AND THREE: Elizabeth A. Whitehead Visiting
Professors. Term: Early September 2003, to June 1, 2004.
Compensation: $18,000, plus round-trip airfare, housing
and board at the School.
Qualifications: Managing Committee Member or staff member
at a Cooperating Institution; a research project which
utilizes the facilities of the School and enriches the
academic program of the School.
Duties: None. (Whitehead Professors, however,
traditionally make use of the opportunity which their
presence at the School affords to offer a seminar during
the winter term on the subject of their expertise.)
Application: a) Curriculum vitae, list of publications,
and names of three referees; b) Statement of current and
projected research; c) One page description of proposed
seminar; d) Account of the frequency and length of
earlier visits to Greece.
Send application to: Professor Carol Lawton, Chair,
Committee on Personnel, American School of Classical
Studies at Athens, 6-8 Charlton Street, Princeton, NJ
08540-5232. Tel: 609-683-0800; Fax: 609-924-0578. E-mail:
ascsa@ascsa.org. Website:
www.ascsa.org.
Postmark deadline: January 15, 2002. The appointments
will be announced March 15, 2002.
The American School of Classical Studies at Athens does
not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, sexual
orientation, color, religion, national or ethnic origin,
or disability when considering admission to any form of
membership or application for employment
POSITIONS FOUR AND FIVE: Directors of the Summer Sessions
(Gertrude Smith Professors). Term: Summer 2003.
Compensation: Stipend commensurate with rank, ranging
from $4,500 to $6,000 plus travel and expenses.
Qualifications: Former membership in the School; at least
two years' teaching in a post-secondary educational
institution; full training in Classics with some
knowledge of classical archaeology and modern Greek, and
stamina, good health, and a sense of humor.
Duties: To plan the itinerary, in consultation with the
staff in Athens, at least six months prior to the
session; to collaborate with the Committee on the Summer
Sessions in membership selection; to correspond with
members concerning travel, equipment, academic
requirements, etc.; to supervise all aspects of the
program in Greece, including teaching, coordinating with
on-site expert lecturers, keeping a detailed log of the
sessions, and submitting a report to the Director.
Application: A letter of application, a curriculum vitae,
and three letters of support should be sent to: Professor
Michael Hoff, University of Nebraska, Department of Art
and Art History, Nelle Cochrane Woods Hall, Lincoln, NE
68588-0114. Postmark deadline: January 15, 2002. The
appointments will be announced by March 15, 2002.
The American School of Classical Studies at Athens does
not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, sexual
orientation, color, religion, national or ethnic origin,
or disability when considering admission to any form of
membership or application for employment
The American School of Classical Studies at Athens
invites applicants with strengths in research and
teaching and with proven experience in Greece for an
appointment to its teaching staff in Athens. The
appointment, which begins July 1, 2002, is for a one- or
two-year term and is not renewable. Candidates must have
the PhD. Preference will be given to those who hold the
rank of Assistant or Associate Professor at a North
American University. The area of specialization is open;
however, the School does not wish to duplicate, but
rather to complement the expertise of its staff.
Applicants should be prepared to lead field trips, advise
and direct students in individual research, and generally
contribute to the intellectual life of the School. Salary
commensurate with experience; benefits and housing
allowance provided.
A letter of application, CV, and three letters of
recommendation should be addressed to Professor Carol
Lawton, Chair of the Personnel Committee, American School
of Classical Studies at Athens, 6-8 Charlton Street,
Princeton, NJ 08540 and be received in Princeton by
December 14, 2001.
The ASCSA is an EEO/AA employer.
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY &endash;
TEMPE, AZ
LECTURER OF LATIN: 1-year appointment, starting
August 16, 2002, annually renewable depending on
performance and funding.
REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. by August 16, 2002 in Latin or
Classical Languages, experience in teaching college-level
Latin.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Teach four lower-division Latin
courses each semester; coordinate lower-division Latin
program; serve as community liaison for Classical Studies
at Arizona State University by meeting with local high
school Latin programs and organizing participation in the
ASU Language Fair in the spring semester. Submit cover
letter, academic transcripts, CV, 3 letters of
recommendation, complete sets of teaching evaluations
from two Latin language courses, and one example of a
lower-level Latin exam prepared by the applicant to: Dr.
Deborah Losse, Chair, Dept. of Languages and Literatures,
Arizona State University, P.O. Box 870202, Tempe, AZ
85287-0202. Application materials postmarked by April 1,
2002 will be given priority; later applications will be
reviewed every two weeks thereafter until the position is
filled. Arizona State University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
AUGUSTANA COLLEGE - ROCK ISLAND,
IL
The Department of Classics is authorized to appoint a
tenure-track Assistant Professor (with Ph.D. by 9/01/02)
or (if A.B.D.) Instructor. The annual number of courses
(quarter calendar) is 2-3-2. The research specialization
is open. What matters most is the ability to
teach--imaginatively, designedly, engagingly--a broad,
flexible, and innovative array of undergraduate courses.
These include, at one point or another, all undergraduate
levels of Greek and Latin, the main genres of Classical
literature in translation, and introductions to Greek and
Roman history. A commitment to teaching two courses (of
the 2-3-2) in English composition, with experienced
support, is integral to the position. We further look for
interest in teaching in collaborative structures and in
off-campus programs at sites in Europe and around the
Mediterranean basin.
Please send questions by e-mail to Professor Thomas
Banks, Department Chair: clbanks@augustana.edu.
Please send an application as described below. Review of
applications begins January 15, 2002.
Augustana is a private liberal arts college affiliated
with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America.
Augustana is an E.O. employer and encourages applications
from women and minorities. Send letter of application,
curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy,
graduate school transcript, and three letters of
recommendation to Dr. Richard Jurasek, Dean of the
College, Augustana College, 639 38th Street, Rock Island,
IL 61201-2296. Visit us at www.augustana.edu.
BALL STATE UNIVERSITY - MUNCIE,
IN
Assistant Professor of Classics - Department of
Modern Languages and Classics. One year, full-time
contract position available August 16, 2002, for the
academic year with possibility of reappointment.
Responsibilities: teaching in classics and related areas,
including introductory and upper division courses;
engaging in scholarly activity. Normal teaching load is
12 hours each semester. Minimum qualifications: ABD in
discipline; at least one years' teaching experience,
particularly in Latin, Greek, or introductory Classical
Civilization, mythology, or etymology; research promise
expected. Preferred qualifications: Ph.D. in discipline;
generalist; evidence of successful teaching. Competitive
salary.
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, official
transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr.
Ronald Warner, Chair, Department of Modern Languages and
Classics, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306. Review
of applications will begin immediately and will continue
until the position is filled. (http://www.bsu.edu).
Ball State University is an equal opportunity,
affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively
committed to diversity within its community.
BARD COLLEGE -
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, NY (Two Positions)
POSITION ONE: Ancient Historian. Bard College is
seeking an ancient historian, or a classicist working on
historical issues, for a tenure-track position at the
Assistant Professor level, pending approval. We seek
someone who can help expand a growing program in ancient
history, and who can also contribute courses in Greek and
Latin. Prefer Ph.D. in hand with some teaching
experience, but ABD's will be considered. Above all
candidates should show breadth of interest, ability to
connect their particular specialization with other areas
of Classics and with other disciplines, and commitment to
the goals of a liberal-arts college. Applications,
including a C.V., at least three letters of
recommendation, and a writing sample of up to 30 pages,
should be sent so as to reach us by December 10th. Please
send materials to: Professor Mark Lytle, Chair of History
Program, c/o Human Resources, Bard College, P.O. Box
5000, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504. AA/EOE.
POSITION TWO: Assistant Professor of Latin Literature.
Bard College is seeking an Assistant Professor of Latin
Literature to fill a two-year non-renewable position. We
hope to find someone to teach a full range of courses in
Greek and Latin languages, to fashion courses in
translation which reach out to non-Classics students, and
to contribute to a First Year Seminar program which
features a broadly-conceived humanities curriculum.
Please send a cover letter, resume, and letters of
reference, to arrive before December 10th, to: James
Romm, Chair of Classics, c/o Human Resources, Bard
College, P.O. Box 5000, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504.
AA/EOE.
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY - WACO, TX
Baylor University, Department of Classics, invites
applications for a one-year replacement position at the
rank of Lecturer beginning August 2002. The teaching
assignment may include instruction in both languages at
the beginning through advanced levels, as well as
energetic involvement in the Department's academic
community. The person appointed will be expected to
engage students actively and intellectually both in and
out of the classroom. The Classics major at Baylor is
philologically based, emphasizing a significant quantity
of reading in the primary languages. Serious applicants
should have a demonstrable record of outstanding teaching
and show strong scholarly potential. Baylor is a Baptist
university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention
of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment
Opportunity employer, Baylor encourages minorities,
women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.
Dossiers should include cover letter, c.v., at least
three letters of reference, and a representative writing
sample, such as off-prints or dissertation chapter.
Applications will be accepted until the position is
filled. To ensure full consideration, your application
should be completed by July 01, 2002. Initial interviews
will be conducted by telephone. Applications should be
addressed to the Chair of the Search Committee,
Department of Classics, Baylor University, P.O. Box
97352, Waco, TX 76798. Telephone (254) 710-1399, Fax
(254) 710-1367. E-mail: John_Thorburn@baylor.edu
Baylor University, Department of Classics, invites
applications for a one-year replacement position at the
rank of Lecturer beginning August 2002. The teaching
assignment may include instruction in both languages at
the beginning through advanced levels, as well as
energetic involvement in the Department's academic
community. The person appointed will be expected to
engage students actively and intellectually both in and
out of the classroom. The Classics major at Baylor is
philologically based, emphasizing a significant quantity
of reading in the primary languages. Serious applicants
should have a demonstrable record of outstanding teaching
and show strong scholarly potential. Baylor is a Baptist
university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention
of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment
Opportunity employer, Baylor encourages minorities,
women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.
Dossiers should include cover letter, c.v., at least
three letters of reference, and a representative writing
sample, such as off-prints or dissertation chapter.
Applications will be accepted until the position is
filled. To ensure full consideration, your application
should be completed by April 15, 2002. Initial interviews
will be conducted by telephone. Applications should be
addressed to the Chair of the Search Committee,
Department of Classics, Baylor University, P.O. Box
97352, Waco, TX 76798. Telephone (254) 710-1399, Fax
(254) 710-1367. E-mail: John_Thorburn@baylor.edu
Baylor University, Department of Classics, invites
applications for Assistant Professor (tenure track)
beginning August 1, 2002. Applicants with specialization
in post-Augustan poetry and/or prose will be given
especial consideration. The teaching load is likely to
include instruction in both languages at the beginning
through advanced levels, for the Classics major at Baylor
is philologically based, emphasizing a significant
quantity of reading in the primary languages. Serious
applicants should have a demonstrable record of
outstanding teaching and show strong scholarly potential.
The successful candidate will be expected to participate
vigorously in a large department's academic community by
intellectually engaging students both in and out of the
classroom. Baylor is a Baptist university affiliated with
the Baptist General Convention of Texas, and applicants
should be comfortable with Baylor's Christian identity.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity
employer, Baylor encourages minorities, women, veterans,
and persons with disabilities to apply. Dossiers should
include cover letter, c.v., at least three letters of
reference, evidence of teaching ability, and a
representative writing sample, such as off-prints or a
dissertation chapter. Applications will be reviewed
beginning January 15, 2002 and will be accepted until the
position is filled. Initial interviews will be conducted
by telephone beginning in February. To ensure full
consideration of your application, the application should
be completed no later than February 20, 2002.
Applications should be addressed to John Thorburn, Chair
of the Search Committee, Department of Classics, Baylor
University, P.O. Box 97352, Waco, TX 76798. Telephone:
(254) 710-1399, Fax (254) 710-1367; email address:
John_Thorburn@baylor.edu. Website: http://www.baylor.edu/classics/.
BOSTON UNIVERSITY - BOSTON, MA
Classical Archaeology. The Department of Archaeology
at Boston University seeks an archaeologist of the
Greco-Roman world at the Assistant Professor level. The
most appropriate candidates will have experience in
multi-disciplinary field research and commitment to
excellence in teaching. Ph.D. is required; tenure-track
appointment effective September 1, 2002. Send a current
vita and names and addresses of at least three referees
to Professor James Wiseman, Boston University, Department
of Archaeology, 675 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
by November 1, 2001.
Boston University is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer.
BOWDOIN COLLEGE - BRUNSWICK, ME (Three
Positions)
Bowdoin College, a private, undergraduate,
coeducational institution, invites applications for a
two-year, non-renewable position in the Department of
Classics at the Assistant Professor or Instructor level
beginning Fall 2002. Ph.D. preferred, but A.B.D. will be
considered. Field of specialization is open. Candidates
should demonstrate potential for excellence as teachers
and scholars. Teaching responsibilities will include five
courses annually, at all levels of Greek and Latin
languages and literatures from introductory through
advanced; at least one of the five courses each year will
be on a topic in translation, ideally in an area of
special interest to the candidate. Such topics might
include: mythology; social history; Roman law; literature
in translation; gender and sexuality in antiquity. Review
of applications will begin December 1, 2001. A letter of
application, curriculum vitae and three letters of
reference should be submitted to: Professor James
Higginbotham, Chair, Department of Classics, Bowdoin
College, 7600 College Station, Brunswick, ME 04011-8476.
Bowdoin College is committed to Equal Opportunity through
Affirmative Action. Women and minorities are encouraged
to apply. Further information about the Department can be
found at http://academic.bowdoin.edu/classics/.
Two tenure track positions in Women's Studies
beginning August 2002. We expect to hire at the assistant
professor level but are open to an appointment at
associate or full professor for one of the two positions.
These two positions will support the core of our Women's
Studies Program that now has over 30 faculty members
teaching courses in it. The two positions will ideally
complement one another in disciplinary perspective (one
in social science and one in humanities) and in terms of
location of inquiry (U.S.-based and global). Both
positions require a firm grounding in women's studies and
feminist theory. The faculty in these positions will be
responsible for teaching in rotation the introductory
women's studies course, feminist theory, a senior level
capstone course for majors, and courses in their own
areas of expertise. Bowdoin College (http://www.bowdoin.edu)
is a small, liberal arts college with highly motivated
students, a two-course teaching load per semester, and
support for serious scholarly engagement by faculty.
Ph.D. prior to appointment preferred. Candidates for
these positions should demonstrate the potential for
excellent teaching and scholarship and the ability to
work effectively with colleagues and students in an
interdisciplinary program. To apply, please submit a
cover letter that includes courses one would be
interested in teaching, curriculum vitae, three letters
of reference, examples of published research or works in
progress, and evidence of teaching effectiveness to
Rachel Connelly, Director Women's Studies Program,
Bowdoin College, 7100 College Station, Brunswick, ME
04011. No electronic submissions. Applications received
prior to October 15th will receive full consideration.
Bowdoin College is committed to equal opportunity through
affirmative action. Women and members of minority groups
are encouraged to apply.
BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY -
BOWLING GREEN, OH
The Classical Studies section of the Department of
Romance Languages at Bowling Green State University
invites applications for a tenure-track assistant
professorship in Classical Studies. A generalist, Ph.D.,
is sought with an ability to teach three sections per
semester of Latin, Greek, or Classical Civilization
courses at all undergraduate levels. Scholarly
productivity and participation in service activities
required. Must demonstrate understanding of curricular
trends / innovations in Classics; excellence in teaching;
evidence of scholarly potential; and commitment to
research. The salary is competitive with full benefits.
Start date: August 2002. Send letter of application, full
curriculum vitae, three current (year 2001) letters of
recommendation, and transcripts to Classics Search
Committee, Department of Romance Languages, Bowling Green
State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403. Applications
must be postmarked by November 30, 2001. Electronic and
fax applications cannot be considered. Direct questions
to Dr. Philip S. Peek (419) 372-2468; fax (419) 372-7332.
BGSU is an AA/EO institution.
http://www.bgsu.edu.
Brown University - PROVIDENCE, RI
Assistant Professor of Comparative Literature.
Three-year contract beginning July 2002, tenure track.
Applicants must have the Ph.D. (or expect it very soon)
and must possess international comparatist qualifications
i.e., expertise in cross-cultural analysis as well as
professional linguistic competence for advanced
scholarship and teaching in several major literatures.
Teaching experience, a strong commitment to teaching
excellence, and a record or compelling promise of
research and publication are required. Preference for,
but not limited to, the areas of Classics, modern
European, modern Latin American. Teaching load: two
courses (totaling 6 hours) per semester. Salary will be
competitive. Send application letter, CV, writing sample
(20-25 pages), graduate transcripts, and three or more
recent letters of recommendation to: Charles Auger,
Office Manager, Brown University, Department of
Comparative Literature, 20 Manning Walk, Box E,
Providence, RI 02912. Postmark deadline is November 16
for application letter, CV, and writing sample. Rest of
materials need to arrive by December 1. Applications will
be acknowledged by a letter. Interviews at the MLA
convention in New Orleans. Brown University is an EEO/AA
employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to
apply.
BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY - WALTHAM,
MA
The Department of Classical Studies at Brandeis
University invites applications for the teaching of two
courses in Classical Art and Archaeology in the Spring
term, 2002. Both meet for 80 minutes on Tuesday and
Friday. Typical enrollments are from 35-50 students.
The first course, CLAS/FA 134, is a slide lecture survey
of the art and archaeology of Ancient Rome which covers
the material remains of Rome from the founding of the
city to the end of the Empire. Pompeii, Herculaneum,
Ostia, and various cities in the provinces are also
considered in some detail.
The second course, called "Topics in Greek and Roman Art
and Archaeology" (CLAS/FA 145), is a more intimate,
interactive lecture course, with topics changing every
spring from Greek to Roman. A Greek topic is scheduled
for the Spring of 2002. A selection of recent course
titles for CLAS/FA 145 includes: "Greeks in the Bronze
Age," "Gender and Sexuality in Ancient Greek Art," "Greek
Cities and Sanctuaries," and "Greek Mythology through
Vase Painting." There would be considerable freedom for
the successful candidate to teach a Greek topic from his
or her expertise. Likewise, the Roman survey course can
be tailored to the candidate's concept and expertise.
Candidates should be A.B.D. or hold a Ph.D. in Classics
(Latin and Greek languages and literatures), Classical
Art and Archaeology, or in Ancient Art History.
Candidates with teaching experience and evidence of
teaching ability are preferred. Please send your
curriculum vitae and a letter of application, which
outlines your research interests and publications,
teaching experience to date, the names of two referees,
and what you would propose as a curriculum for these two
courses to: Prof. Leonard Muellner, Chair, Dept. of
Classical Studies, M.S. 016, Brandeis University, P.O.
Box 9110, Waltham, MA 02454-9110. The deadline for
applications is October 15, 2001.
Brandeis University is an Equal Opportunity Emplopyer.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Brigham Young University - Provo,
UT
Classical Studies - Greek Literature. The Department
of Humanities, Classics, and Comparative Literature has
clearance to fill one two-year replacement (possible
renewal), beginning Fall 2002. Requirements: PhD in
Classical Studies completed before June 2002 and teaching
experience at university level. Expectations: 3/2 or 2/3
course load with optional spring/summer teaching adding
18% salary, consisting of Greek courses from elementary
to senior level, plus lecture courses in the university's
Classical Tradition course; productive scholarship;
limited committee work. BYU is a national leader in
language pedagogy. An equal opportunity employer, the
university does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, sex, age, national origin, Veteran status, or
against qualified individuals with disabilities. All
faculty are required to abide by the standards of The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Preference
is given to members in good standing of the sponsoring
Church. Send letter and c.v. to: Roger T. Macfarlane,
Chair, Department of Classics, 3010 JKHB, Brigham Young
University, Provo, UT 84602. Dossiers and samples of
writing will be requested from those whose candidacy the
Department would like to pursue. Application postmark
deadline: 15 December 2001.
BROCK UNIVERSITY - ST.
CATHARINES, ONTARIO, CANADA
The Department of Classics at Brock University
invites applications for a probationary (tenure-track)
appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective
July 1, 2002. It is subject to budgetary approval.
We seek a scholar who has a keen interest in teaching
Classical Greek language and Greek
literature-in-translation and a strong research
commitment to Greek literature or history, and who will
also contribute to the rest of the Classics mandate as
described below. Candidates must have the Ph.D. or
provide evidence that they will have it before the
appointment begins. Other qualifications are demonstrated
high achievement in undergraduate teaching, published
work and evidence of continuing research.
The Classics Department normally consists of six faculty
members teaching a variety of courses towards pass and
honours degrees in Classical Studies, Classical Languages
(Greek and Latin at all levels), and Ancient Art and
Archaeology (but including the languages.) Besides these
major programs, we also offer introductory courses in
mythology and in civilization to satisfy a general
requirement, and first-year language courses to satisfy a
language requirement.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements,
this advertisement is directed in the first instance to
Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Brock
University is committed to a positive action policy aimed
a reducing gender imbalance in faculty; qualified women
and men are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for applications is December 14, 2001.
Applicants should send a letter of application,
curriculum vitae, and any other supporting material, and
arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to:
Professor Richard Parker, Chair, Department of Classics,
Brock University, St. Catharines, Ontario L2S 3A1 Canada.
Fax: 905-688-2789. More information on Brock University
may be found on the University's web site:
http://www.brocku.ca.
Professor David W. Rupp of the Department of Classics
will be attending the APA/AIA meetings in Philadelphia,
and will be happy to answer questions about this
position.
BROWN UNIVERSITY - Providence,
RI
Assistant Professor of Comparative Literature.
Three-year contract beginning July 2002, tenure track.
Applicants must have the Ph.D. (or expect it very soon)
and must possess international comparatist qualifications
i.e., expertise in cross-cultural analysis as well as
professional linguistic competence for advanced
scholarship and teaching in several major literatures.
Teaching experience, a strong commitment to teaching
excellence, and a record or compelling promise of
research and publication are required. Preference for,
but not limited to, the areas of Classics, modern
European, modern Latin American. Teaching load: two
courses (totaling 6 hours) per semester. Salary will be
competitive. Send application letter, CV, writing sample
(20-25 pages), graduate transcripts, and three or more
recent letters of recommendation to: Charles Auger,
Office Manager, Brown University, Department of
Comparative Literature, 20 Manning Walk, Box E,
Providence, RI 02912. Postmark deadline is November 16
for application letter, CV, and writing sample. Rest of
materials need to arrive by December 1. Applications will
be acknowledged by a letter. Interviews at the MLA
convention in New Orleans. Brown University is an EEO/AA
employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to
apply.
Professor/Assistant Professor of Classics (History of
the Roman Empire). The Department of Classics at Brown
University has been authorized to make an open-ranked
appointment either of a tenured Associate Professor or
Professor or of a tenure-track Assistant Professor. We
seek a colleague principally concerned with Roman
imperial history, who is expected to teach courses on all
levels, both in the ancient languages and in translation.
Candidates who additionally can document an expertise in
epigraphy and Latin prose literature will receive special
consideration. Candidates for a tenured appointment must
have a distinguished record of research accomplishments
and an excellent record of teaching and service; they
should submit a letter of application, CV and a list of
references.
Candidates for a tenure-track appointment must have a
Ph.D. by the time of appointment and show strong promise
of excellence in research and teaching. They should
submit a letter of application, CV, a representative
sample of scholarly writing, and arrange for three
letters of recommendation to be sent independently by the
deadline. Applications, postmarked no later than Nov. 10,
2001, should be sent to Romanist Search Committee, Dept.
of Classics, Brown University, Providence RI 02912-1856.
Inquiries: Kurt_Raaflaub@Brown.edu.
Brown University is an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer and encourages applications from women
and
minority groups.
BRYN MAWR COLLEGE - BRYN MAWR,
PA
1Post-doctoral Fellowship in the Humanities. One-year
fellowship for a specialist in Archaeology, Classics, or
History of Art. Appointment as Lecturer at the rank of
Assistant Professor; teach one course each semester.
Applicants must have received the Ph.D. in 1997 or later;
applications are especially encouraged from those who
have been teaching three years or more. This fellowship
offers the opportunity to complete a major publication
using the resources of the Rhys Carpenter Library.
Fellows also will be welcome to participate in one or
more of Bryn Mawr's four interdisciplinary Centers for
21st Century Inquiry. Send letter of application, c.v.,
description of publication project, statement of teaching
interests, and three letters of reference to: Dean of the
Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Canaday Library,
Bryn Mawr College, 101 N. Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA
19010 (fax 610-526-5076; e-mail dkinney@brynmawr.edu).
Deadline: March 15, 2002. Bryn Mawr is a liberal arts
college for women with coeducational graduate programs in
the humanities, natural sciences, and social work. Bryn
Mawr College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
employer.
2) Bryn Mawr College. The Department of Greek, Latin
and Classical Studies announces a tenure-track opening in
Latin literature at the rank of Assistant or Associate
Professor, the appointment to be taken up in August 2002.
The position will involve the teaching of Latin at all
levels, undergraduate and graduate, in addition to
courses in Greek, classical culture and society.
Applications from those with special interests in art and
material culture, social history or late antiquity will
be especially welcome. Application materials, complete
with writing samples and three current letters of
reference, should be addressed to Professor R.T. Scott,
Chair, Department of Greek, Latin, and Classical Studies,
Bryn Mawr College, North Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA
19010. Telephone: 610-526-5198; e-mail:
dscott@brynmawr.edu.
Application deadline is December 10, 2001. The
departmental search committee expects to conduct some
interviews at the annual APA/AIA meeting in Philadelphia
in early January 2002.
Bryn Mawr College is an exceptional liberal arts college
for women with coeducational graduate programs in
sciences, some humanities, and social work. The college
supports faculty excellence in both teaching and
research, and provides a rigorous education in the
context of a diverse and pluralistic scholarly community.
Located 11 miles west of Philadelphia, Bryn Mawr
participates in consortial programs with the University
of Pennsylvania, Haverford and Swarthmore Colleges. Bryn
Mawr is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
employer
3) Bryn Mawr College. The Department of Greek, Latin
and Classical Studies announces a tenure-track opening in
Latin literature at the rank of Assistant or Associate
Professor, the appointment to be taken up in August 2002.
The position will involve the teaching of Latin at all
levels, undergraduate and graduate, in addition to
courses in Greek, classical culture and society.
Applications from those with special interests in art and
material culture, social history or late antiquity will
be especially welcome. Applications should be addressed
to Professor R.T. Scott, chair of the department, and
must be complete with writing samples and three current
letters of reference by December 10, 2001. The
departmental search committee expects to conduct some
interviews at the annual APA/AIA meeting in Philadelphia
in early January 2002.
Bryn Mawr College is an exceptional liberal arts college
for women with coeducational graduate programs in
sciences, some humanities, and social work. The college
supports faculty excellence in both teaching and
research, and provides a rigorous education in the
context of a diverse and pluralistic scholarly community.
Located 11 miles west of Philadelphia, Bryn Mawr
participates in consortial programs with the University
of Pennsylvania, Haverford and Swarthmore Colleges. Bryn
Mawr is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
employer.
BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY - LEWISBURG,
PA
1) Bucknell University. The department of classics
seeks applications for two one-year leave replacement
positions at the rank of visiting assistant professor to
begin in late August 2002. Responsibilities will be three
courses each semester. Applicants should be broadly
trained generalists with a specialization either in Latin
language and literature or Greek language and literature.
Priority will be given to applicants with the ability to
teach courses in mythology, drama, or Roman civilization.
Bucknell is a private, highly selective, comprehensive
university located in picturesque central Pennsylvania,
convenient to Baltimore, Washington, Philadelphia and New
York. Ph.D. preferred; ABD will be considered.
Undergraduate teaching experience preferred. Send
complete dossier (including letters of recommendation and
evidence of teaching performance) by December 7, 2001 to
Janet Jones, Chair, Department of Classics, Bucknell
University, Lewisburg, PA 17837. (jjones@bucknell.edu /
570-577-1624) Interviews will be conducted at the APA/AIA
Annual Meetings in Philadelphia. Bucknell University
encourages applications from women and members of
minority groups (EEO/AA).
2) Christian A. Johnson Chair in Comparative
Humanities. Bucknell invites qualified candidates to
apply for a new five-year term Chair in its
interdisciplinary studies program, Comparative
Humanities. This tenure track appointment at the
assistant or associate professor level will help lead the
program, a new undergraduate major that incorporates and
expands upon an established course sequence and program
in Western humanities.
The Christian A. Johnson Chair in Comparative Humanities
will have a teaching responsibility of two courses per
semester, receive a research stipend on an annual basis,
and have access to program funding. The successful
candidate will possess the Ph.D. and have established a
research program in an area of Classical humanism
involving texts in Greek and Latin and in a period of
study that is self-conscious of Greco-Roman models and
ideals. Such a candidate will also be able to demonstrate
a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and an
interest in collaborative program development and
consensus building. Review of applications will begin on
November 1, 2001, and continue until the position is
filled for an August 2002 start date. The complete
application should include a letter explaining the
candidate's qualifications and central interests in the
position; curriculum vitae; three letters of reference:
graduate program transcript; and evidence of teaching
ability.
Send materials to James Rice, Search Committee Chair,
Christian A. Johnson Chair in Comparative Humanities,
Marts Hall, Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA 17837.
Telephone: 570-577-3655. Interviews may be hald at the
American Philological Association Annual Meeting in
Philadelphia, PA in January, 2002.
Bucknell University encourages applications from women
and members of minority groups (EEO/AA).
California State University - Fresno,
CA
California State University, Fresno, announces a
tenure-track position in Classics and Humanities starting
Fall 2002. The successful candidate will be expected to
teach Greek and Latin at all levels; literature in
translation and humanities courses; and participate in
Classical Studies activities. Specific assignments will
be dependent on department needs. Other responsibilities
include scholarly research and publication, working with
students, possible thesis committee work, and service at
all levels of university governance. The candidate may be
called upon to teach in a distance-learning mode.
Qualifications: Earned doctorate (PhD) in Classics or
Comparative Literature (Greek, Latin, and English
literatures) is required for appointment to tenure-track
position. ABD candidates may be considered for a
lectureship (temporary) position with the possibility of
conversion to a tenure-track position.
Candidates are expected to demonstrate a potential for or
commitment to teaching excellence and scholarly activity
at the university level. Proven teaching aptitude and/or
classroom experience in introductory Latin, introductory
Greek, upper-division Greek and Latin authors (both
literary and historical), literature in translation,
ancient mythology, as well as introductory surveys in the
humanities of the Western world and specialized
humanities courses in classical Greece in Rome, is
preferred. AA/EOE 10/8/01
Correspondence, applications, and confidential papers
should be sent to: Dr. Victor Hanson, Committee Chair,
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures,
California State University, Fresno, 2320 East San Ramon
Avenue M/S-EE96, Fresno, CA 93740-8030. Phone:
559-278-2386; Fax: 559-278-7878; E-mail:
victor_hanson@csufresno.edu.
To ensure full consideration, applicants are encouraged
to have all application information on file by November
5, 2001.
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY -
LONG BEACH, CA
Assistant Professor of Classics (Approved
tenure-track position) with a specialization in Classical
Archaeology effective August 26, 2002. Minimum
qualifications include Ph.D. in Classical Archaeology or
Classics, specialization in archaeology of ancient
Greece, ability to teach undergraduate courses in
classical archaeology, Greek and Roman civilization and
at least one classical language, potential scholarship
leading to publication, ability to provide students with
archaeology field experience, ability to communicate
effectively with an ethnically and culturally diverse
campus community. Preferred qualifications include: (1)
sub specialization(s) in archaeology of Rome, Etruria,
ancient Egypt and / or the Near East; (2) ability to
teach general education courses, develop curriculum,
teach writing through the curriculum, integrate computer
technology into the classroom, contribute to faculty
governance, and perform student mentoring.
Duties include teaching areas of specialization, engaging
in scholarly activity leading to publication, developing
student fieldwork opportunities and participation in
department, university and community service. Salary
commensurate with training and experience. Range: $47,000
- $55,000. Position open until filled; review of
applications begins December 3rd. Address
applications, documentation and / or requests for
information to: Dr. Charles Jernigan, Chair, Dept. of
Comparative Literature and Classics, California State
University, Long Beach, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long
Beach, CA 90840-2404. E-mail:
Jernigan@csulb.edu.
Telephone: 562-985-4239. An EEO/AA employer.
Carleton College - NORTHFIELD, MN
Mellon Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellowship. Two-year
teaching fellowship available for candidate with Ph.D. in
Classical Languages (received less than five years ago)
to begin September, 2002. Appointment involves half-time
teaching (one course in each of three ten-week terms) and
half-time for research and writing. Stipend plus
benefits.
Carleton is a selective liberal arts college with 1,850
students located 45 miles south of the Twin Cities of
Minneapolis and St. Paul. Carleton is an affirmative
action/equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities
strongly encouraged to apply.
Send letter of application with a description of courses
you might like to teach and research plans for the next
two years, c.v., three recent letters of reference and
graduate transcripts to: Professor Clara Hardy, Chair,
Department of Classical Languages, Carleton College, One
North College Street, Northfield, MN 55057. Deadline:
January 2, 2002.
Case Western Reserve University -
Cleveland, OH
The Department of Classics invites applications for a
one-year position (with possibility of renewal for an
additional year) for the academic year 2002-3 at the
level of visiting assistant professor or full time
lecturer. We are looking for an inspiring instructor to
teach intermediate Greek and Latin as well Greek and
Roman civilization. Please send application, curriculum
vitae and three letters of evaluation, sent DIRECTLY by
the evaluators, to Prof. Martin Helzle, Chair, Department
of Classics, 10900 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH
44106-7111 by March 15, 2002. CWRU is a major research
university located in University Circle, Cleveland's
cultural center. CWRU is an Affirmative Action/ Equal
Opportunities Employer and encourages applications from
women and minorities.
The College of Wooster - Wooster
OH
The College of Wooster invites applications for a
one-year full-time visiting position in the Department of
Classical Studies for 2002-2003: Generalist in Classical
Studies with emphases in language, literature, history,
and women's studies. Ability to teach courses in Greek
and Latin at all levels is required. Must be willing to
supervise students in the College's program of
undergraduate research (Independent Study). Ph.D. or ABD
required. Applicants should send cover letter (including
discussion of approaches to teaching and research
interests), curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, and
letters of reference to: Classical Studies Search, Galpin
Hall, The College of Wooster, Wooster, OH 44691. At this
time, please do not send additional materials such as
publications, writing samples or teaching evaluations.
Applicants should submit materials no later than December
31. Candidates will be interviewed at the January
meetings of the APA. For further information on the
position or the program, call 330/263-2008 or e-mail
tfalkner@wooster.edu
(until December 20) and 330/263-2488 or e-mail rsternberg@wooster.edu
(after December 20). Additional information about the
department can be found at its web site: www.wooster.edu/classics.
The College of Wooster is an independent college of the
liberal arts and sciences with a commitment to excellence
in undergraduate education. The College values diversity,
strives to attract qualified women and minority
candidates, and encourages individuals belonging to these
groups to apply. Wooster seeks to ensure diversity by its
policy of making appointments without regard to age, sex,
race, creed, national origin, disability, handicap,
sexual orientation, or political affiliation. The College
of Wooster is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action
Employer.
THE COLORADO COLLEGE - COLORADO
SPRINGS, CO
The Department of Classics invites applications for a
full time one year sabbatical replacement to cover the
Spring of 2002-2003 and the Fall of 2003-2004 at the rank
of Instructor or Assistant Professor. Ph.D. in hand or in
prospect, teaching experience and undergraduate liberal
arts college education welcomed. The Colorado College
Classics program is both disciplinary and
interdisciplinary, with a number of creatively-conceived
courses in translation cross-listed in history,
philosophy, religion and women studies. Field of
expertise and specialty is open. Teaching
responsibilities to include 6 or 7 blocks of courses
chosen from the following: beginning and intermediate
courses in ancient Greek and Latin languages,
archaeology, comparative literature, drama,
historiography, mythology, philosophy, and primary source
classes in classical civilization. Candidates should
consider the excitement of teaching intensive seminar and
language classes at a vibrant liberal arts college with
inquiring, bright students foremost when they think of
applying for this position.
Colorado College is committed to increasing the diversity
of the college community. Candidates who can contribute
to that goal are particularly encouraged to apply and to
identify their strengths or experiences in this area. The
Colorado College welcomes members of all groups and
reaffirms its commitment not to discriminate on the basis
of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin,
disability or sexual orientation.
Applications will be accepted until the position is
filled. The committee will begin reviewing applications
as soon as they are received. Please submit personal
statement, vita, transcripts and letters of
recommendation to: Professor Marcia D-S. Dobson, Chair,
Classics Department, Colorado College, Colorado Springs,
CO. 80903. E-mail:
mdobson@coloradocollege.edu.
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY - NEW YORK,
NY
Art Historian, Columbia University, Art History and
Archaeology of the Ancient Near East. The Department of
Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University
announces the continuation of its search in Ancient Near
Eastern art and archaeology (the Porada Chair) at the
rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates are expected to
demonstrate strength in art historical methods, have
field experience and an interest in archaeological
excavation, and be competent in the ancient languages, as
required by research. Please send letter of interest,
curriculum vitæ, including e-mail address, and
three letters of reference to Professors Richard
Brilliant and Robin Middleton, co-chairs of the Ancient
Near Eastern Search Committee, Department of Art History
and Archaeology, Columbia University, Mail Code 5517,
1190 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, New York, 10027.
Application screening will begin January 15, 2002 with
the objective of an appointment in place for the 2002/3
academic year. Columbia University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities and
women are encouraged to apply.
The Department of Classics at Columbia University has
been authorized to make an appointment at the level of
assistant professor, beginning in Fall 2002, with
specialization in Latin literature. Applicants will be
expected to teach a wide range of courses at all
linguistic levels (elementary to graduate). We are
particularly interested in applicants with a
specialization in Roman comedy or historiography, but we
welcome applications from specialists in any field of
Latin literature. The person appointed will also be
expected to teach regularly in the Columbia College core
curriculum. Scholarly promise and evidence of excellence
in teaching will be expected. Columbia University does
not have a formal tenure-track system, but in accordance
with the department's long-term plan, we anticipate that
a tenured position will be available for an outstanding
non-tenured Latinist.
Applications, including a curriculum vitae and three
letters of recommendation, should be sent to Professor
Gareth Williams, Chair, Department of Classics, Columbia
University, 617 Hamilton Hall, Mail Code 2861, 1130
Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10027, to arrive by
November 9, 2001. Shortlisted candidates will be
interviewed at the APA meeting. Columbia University is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and
encourages applications from women and minorities.
CORNELL COLLEGE &endash; MOUNT
VERNON, IA
Cornell College, a private undergraduate liberal arts
college with a unique academic calendar in which students
study one course at a time in month-long terms, invites
applications for a part-time appointment for the 2002-03
academic year to teach either one, two, or all three of
the following courses: Epic Tradition (October 28 -
November 20, 2002), Beginning Latin I (November 25 -
December 20, 2002), and Beginning Latin II (February 3 -
26, 2003). Master's degree required; ABD and some college
teaching experience preferred. Cornell College is
committed to excellence in teaching and encourages
interdisciplinary interests among its faculty. Send
letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate
transcript, three letters of recommendation, and record
of teaching excellence to Ms. Ann Opatz, Assistant to the
Vice President for Academic Affairs, Cornell College, 600
First Street West, Mount Vernon, Iowa 52314-1098.
Consideration of applications begins June 24th
and will continue until the position is filled. Cornell
College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer and encourages applications from women and
minority candidates.
CORNELL UNIVERSITY - ITHACA,
NY
ROMAN HISTORY The Cornell Departments of Classics and
History have a temporary one-year position at the rank of
visiting assistant professor for academic year 2002-2003
in the area of Roman history. Qualifications include a
strong background in Latin language and literature.
Evidence of a completed Ph.D. thesis is required (this
evidence may take the form of a letter from the
supervisor). The appointee will be expected to teach 4
courses, one of which will be a one-semester survey of
Roman History; a second course may be an upper
level/graduate course on a Roman historical author or
topic; the two remaining courses will be intermediate and
upper level undergraduate courses in Latin prose.
Applications should include a personal statement, three
letters of recommendation, and a sample of scholarly
research (e.g., an article or thesis chapter). The
deadline for application is no later than June 14, 2002.
Applications should be addressed to Hayden Pelliccia,
Roman History Search, Classics Department, 120 Goldwin
Smith Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853. Cornell
is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
The Department of Classics invites applications for
the Prescott W. Townsend Assistant Professorship of
Classics, to begin in the fall of 2002 for a term of
three years (non-tenure-track, non-renewable). The salary
will start in the mid- to upper-30s. The Townsend
Assistant Professor is expected to pursue a program of
research and to teach one course per semester. The field
of research is open, but we are particularly interested
in applications from specialists in Latin Literature, or
Hellenistic History, or later Roman History. Applications
(including curriculum vitae, at least three letters of
reference and a writing sample) should be received by
November 30 at this address: Townsend Assistant
Professorship, Department of Classics, Cornell
University, 120 Goldwin Smith Hall, Ithaca NY 14853-3201.
Interviews will be conducted at the APA-AIA annual
meeting in Philadelphia. Cornell University is an
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and
encourages applications from women and minorities.
CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY - OMAHA,
NE
The Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies
at Creighton University has been authorized to invite
applications for a one-year leave replacement position at
the rank of visiting assistant professor to begin in
August 2002. Candidates should be effective, energetic
teachers who are committed to undergraduate education and
capable of teaching Greek and Latin at all levels,
classical civilization courses, and humanities offerings
in Creighton's core curriculum. Preference will be given
to candidates with completed Ph.D.'s and demonstrated
teaching experience. Creighton is a comprehensive,
Jesuit, Catholic university that seeks candidates able to
contribute to its distinctive institutional mission and
traditions. Applicants should submit a complete dossier,
including a letter of application, curriculum vitae,
transcripts, and at least three current letters of
recommendation to: Prof. Geoff Bakewell, Chair,
Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies,
Creighton University, Omaha, NE 68178. The deadline for
the receipt of materials is March 15, 2002. Creighton is
an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. Women
and minorities are encouraged to apply.
CYPRUS AMERICAN ARCHAEOLOGICAL
RESEARCH INSTITUTE (CAARI) - NICOSIA, CYPRUS
CAARI is seeking a new director, to assume the
position in summer 2003; term, conditions, and
compensation negotiable. Must have substantial knowledge
of the eastern Mediterranean; administrative experience;
conversancy with Academe, US and international; strong
people skills. Professional training in archaeology or
another field of antiquity preferred. The successful
candidate will lead and manage Cyprus's principal foreign
research center, including library, hostel, programs of
public and scholarly events, fellowship program, sherd
and bio-archaeological collections, facilities for
visiting scholars, services to excavations in Cyprus. The
Director works with Trustees on capital campaign and
strategic planning, develops the library and other
research and study collections, and is expected to
broaden the US and international audience for Cypriot
studies and strengthen CAARI's bonds with US and European
research institutions abroad. EEOE. Applications received
on or before April 1, 2002, will be given full
consideration. Address questions about CAARI and
applications (cover letter, curriculum vitae, three
letters of recommendation) to Dr. Ellen Herscher, 3309
Cleveland Ave NW, Washington DC 20008; phone
202/338-6536. For more information, see CAARI's website
(http://www.caari.org).
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY - HALIFAX,
NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA
Applications are invited for a tenure track
appointment at the Lecturer/Assistant Professor level
effective July 1, 2002 in Classical History with a
secondary interest in Latin Studies. All candidates will
possess philological competence in Greek and Latin
normally expected in international Classical Scholarship.
At the undergraduate level a demonstrated ability to
teach large introductory classes in Ancient History, as
well as intermediate level classes in Greek and Roman
History, is essential. The successful applicant will be
able to contribute to the Graduate Programme of the
Department: the preferred research area is Roman
Republican and Imperial History; an interest in
historiography and cross-disciplinary approaches to
cultural history would be advantageous. In Latin studies,
competence and readiness to teach Latin language and
literature at the undergraduate level are expected.
Applicants should have completed the Ph.D. or be close to
finishing and show competence in teaching, research and
publication appropriate to their experience. The salary
will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
This position is subject to budgetary approval. In
accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this
advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and
permanent residents. Dalhousie University is an
Employment Equity/Affirmative Action employer. The
University encourages applications from Aboriginal
peoples, persons with a disability, racially visible
persons and women. A letter of application, complete and
updated curriculum vitae, and three letters of
professional recommendation should be sent to: Dr. W.
Hankey, Acting Chair, Department of Classics, Dalhousie
University, 6135 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia,
B3H 4P9 Canada. The closing date for applications is
November 15, 2001.
Dartmouth College - Hanover, New
Hampshire (Two Positions)
POSITION ONE: Visiting Assistant Professor of
Classics 2002-2003 Academic Year. Full-time, visiting
position for one year starting September 2002.
We seek a classicist, Ph.D. or ABD, specializing in Roman
History. The position requires the teaching of five
courses over three ten-week academic quarters (fall,
winter and spring terms). Candidates should have a strong
interest in Latin language instruction at all levels in
addition to ancient history. Competitive salary.
Dartmouth College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women
and minorities are encouraged to apply. Send letter of
application, vita, and dossier (including transcripts and
two letters of recommendation), by April 1, 2002, to the
Chair, Classics, Dartmouth College, 6086 Reed Hall,
Hanover, NH 03755. E-mail address: classics@dartmouth.edu.
POSITION TWO: Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics
2002-2003 Academic Year. Full-time, visiting position for
one year starting September 2002.
We seek a classicist, Ph.D. or ABD, specializing in
Ancient Greek. The position requires the teaching of five
courses over three ten-week academic quarters (fall,
winter and spring terms). Candidates should have an
interest in and a commitment to Ancient Greek language at
elementary and advanced levels. Competitive salary.
Dartmouth College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women
and minorities are encouraged to apply. Send letter of
application, vita, and dossier (including transcripts and
two letters of recommendation), by April 1, 2002, to the
Chair, Classics, Dartmouth College, 6086 Reed Hall,
Hanover, NH 03755. E-mail address: classics@dartmouth.edu.
DAVIDSON COLLEGE - DAVIDSON, NC
The Department of Classics invites applications for
an approved tenure-track position at the assistant
professor level, beginning August 2002. We are looking
for a classical philologist excited about teaching both
Greek and Latin at all levels. The ability to teach a
writing-intensive first-year seminar is desirable.
Davidson's teaching load is five courses per year. Send
your dossier (including a curriculum vitae, graduate
school transcript, and three current letters of
recommendation), and a short writing sample
representative of your scholarly interests, to Prof.
Peter Krentz, Chair, Department of Classics, Box 6973,
Davidson College, Davidson NC 28035-6973. The post-mark
deadline for applications is November 15, 2001.
Applicants for the temporary position advertised last
year can reactivate their applications with a simple
letter of interest. We will conduct interviews at the APA
Annual Meeting in Philadelphia. Davidson College is an
equal opportunity employer and offers domestic partner
benefits for same-sex couples. (updated 8 Feb.
2002)
DePauw University -- Greencastle,
IN (Two Positions)
The Classics Department at DePauw University seeks
applications for two full-time term positions for the
2002-2003 academic year as sabbatical replacements. The
positions have been approved by the administration. Ph.D.
preferred, rank and salary commensurate with credentials
and experience. Position 1: a broadly trained classicist
to teach Latin and Greek at all undergraduate levels and
a variety of courses in translation, which might include
Roman Civilization, Greek and Roman Mythology or a survey
of ancient history. Position 2: a broadly trained
classical archaeologist able to teach Latin at all
undergraduate levels. The candidate will teach a course
in Greek, Persian and Etruscan archaeology; a course in
Hellenistic and Roman archaeology; and a junior-level
topics course in archaeology. Ability to teach other
courses in classical civilization is also desirable. The
teaching load for both positions is three courses each
semester and supervision of senior projects.
DePauw has a liberal arts college of 2,000 students. A
commitment to undergraduate teaching is essential.
Candidates should send a statement of teaching and
scholarly interests, evidence of excellence in teaching,
a curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation.
Information about the department is available at:
http://www.depauw.edu/acad/classical/. Review of
completed applications will begin February 15, 2002 and
continue until the positions are filled. Contact Address:
Professor Carl Huffman (cahuff@depauw.edu, 765-658-4587),
Chairman, Search Committee, Department of Classics,
DePauw University, 400 S. Locust, Greencastle, Indiana
46135. DePauw is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer. Women and minorities are particularly
encouraged to apply.
DUKE UNIVERSITY - Durham, NC
The Department of Classical Studies invites
applications and nominations for an appointment at open
rank, tenured or tenure-track, to begin September 2002.
We seek a colleague with a specialty in papyrology, who
would share responsibility for Duke's extensive
papyrology collection and its facilities. Candidates are
expected to teach a range of courses in Classical Studies
at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Applicants for
a tenured appointment must have a distinguished record of
research, as well as an excellent record of teaching at
all levels; they should submit a letter of application,
CV and list of references. Applicants for a tenure-track
appointment must have completed the PhD at the time of
appointment and show promise of excellence in research
and teaching; they should submit a letter of application,
CV, a sample of scholarly writing, and three letters of
recommendation. Applications should be sent to: Chair,
Papyrologist Search Committee, Dept. of Classical
Studies, Duke University, Box 90103, Durham, NC.
27708-0103. Applications received by December 15 will be
guaranteed consideration. Duke University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
East Carolina University - Greenville,
NC
Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Classics
beginning August 19, 2002. Ph.D. required. Specialty
open. Preference given to candidate with: record of
excellence in undergraduate Greek language instruction;
vision for building a strong Greek program; and well
defined research agenda. Expertise in additional area of
Greek civilization such as art or topography is a plus.
Send letter of application, CV, and arrange for three
current letters of recommendation to be sent to: Chair,
Classics Search Committee, Department of Foreign
Languages and Literatures, Bate Building, East Carolina
University, Greenville, NC 27858-4353. Sample
publications and evidence of teaching excellence welcome.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action University. East
Carolina University accommodates individuals with
disabilities. Applicants must comply with provisions of
the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Official
transcript required upon employment. East Carolina
Faculty members are expected to engage in appropriate
professional service. Screening to begin December 15,
2001; interviews will be conducted at APA Annual Meeting
in January 2002 in Philadelphia, PA. Position will remain
open until filled. Program information is available at
http://www.ecu.edu/classics.
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY -
TALLAHASSEE, FL
The Department of Classics at the Florida State
University seeks to appoint a Visiting Instructor in
Classics. The appointment will begin in August 2002 and
is for one year (but is potentially renewable for a
second and third year). Applications should be directed
to Jeff Tatum, Department of Classics, Dodd Hall, Florida
State University, Tallahassee, FL 32306-1510.
Applications for this position must be received by
February 28th, 2002. Finalists will be interviewed by
telephone in early March. Florida State University is an
Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer,
committed to diversity in hiring, and a Public Records
Agency.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
We have been informed by FSU that due to budgetary
reasons, the tenure-track Latinist position advertised in
the October 2001 issue has been postponed. FSU will
return all writing samples to those who have applied. FSU
regrets any inconvenience caused by this
postponement.
The Department of Classics at the Florida State
University seeks to appoint a Latinist at the level of
assistant professor (tenure track). This is a definite
position that will begin in August 2002. The normal
teaching load at FSU is four courses per year, some of
which are typically at the graduate level but one of
which should be an undergraduate course with broad appeal
to non-majors. More information regarding the program at
FSU can be gotten by visiting our website at
www.fsu.edu/~classics. Applicants should send the usual
dossier, including three letters of recommendation and a
writing sample (a dissertation chapter or an article);
they should indicate whether or not they will attend the
APA/AIA Annual Meeting, and they should make clear in
their correspondence how they can best be reached,
especially during the month of December. Finalists will
be interviewed at the APA/AIA Annual Meeting in
Philadelphia. Applications should be directed to Jeff
Tatum, Department of Classics, Dodd Hall, Florida State
University, Tallahassee, FL 32306-1510. All applications
must be postmarked by November 21st. Florida State
University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer, committed to diversity in hiring, and a Public
Records Agency.
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY - NEW YORK,
NY
The Department of Classics announces the opening of a
tenure-track position at the rank of entry-level
Assistant Professor, starting fall term 2002. The
position is for a HELLENIST, with research interests
primarily in Greek poetry, but with the ability to teach
undergraduate courses in both languages and literatures,
as well as a variety of classical civilization courses.
The teaching load (graduate and undergraduate) is 3
courses a term. Classics are taught both at the Bronx and
Manhattan campuses of Fordham. The new appointee will be
based at the Lincoln Center campus, to complement the
Latinist currently on staff, with the possibility of an
occasional course at the Bronx campus. Candidates should
send complete dossiers with letters of recommendation by
December 7th to Professor Robert J. Penella, Chair,
Search Committee, Department of Classics, Fordham
University, Bronx, NY 10458 (rpenella @fordham.edu). The
Department expects to interview at the APA convention in
Philadelphia. Fordham is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer. Fordham is an independent, Catholic
university in the Jesuit tradition that welcomes
applications from men and women of all backgrounds.
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY - WASHINGTON
DC
The Georgetown University Classics Department invites
applications for two full-time, tenure-track positions at
the rank of Assistant Professor.
The first of these will be in Roman History. The area of
research specialization is open, but candidates should be
prepared to teach undergraduate courses in Roman
republican and imperial history and culture as well as
advanced undergraduate language courses on Greek and
Latin prose authors.
The second position is in Roman literature. The area of
research specialization is open, although our primary
need is for a scholar specializing in poetry. Teaching
responsibilities will include a wide variety of Latin and
Greek at all undergraduate levels as well as courses on
Roman literature and culture in translation.
For both positions, preference will be given to
candidates with outstanding scholarly potential and with
demonstrated teaching experience and ability. The
successful candidates must have the Ph.D. in hand by the
time of taking up the appointment. For best
consideration, send cover letter, curriculum vitae,
dossier including at least three letters of reference,
and a short writing sample to Alexander Sens, Classics
Department, Georgetown University, Washington DC, 20057
by November 1, 2001. Preliminary interviews will be
conducted only at the APA/AIA annual meeting in
Philadelphia. Georgetown University is an
Equal-Opportunity, Affirmative-Action employer.
George Washington University -
Washington, DC
Assistant or Associate Professor of Classics. The
Department of Classical and Semitic Languages and
Literatures at The George Washington University invites
applications for a full-time tenure-track position in
classics at the rank of assistant or associate professor,
to begin in AY 2002-3. The candidate is expected to teach
three courses per semester. These courses will include
classical literature and mythology as well as the art and
archeology of Greece, Rome, the Near East and Egypt.
Other courses may include lower levels of Latin or Greek.
Required: Ph.D. in Classics; mastery of Greek or Latin;
experience in teaching classics, art history and
archeology (desirable). Salary commensurate with rank and
experience. Send letter of application, dossier including
three letters of reference (especially addressing
teaching experience), and a publication to Prof. John E.
Ziolkowski, Phillips 341, The George Washington
University, Washington DC 20052. Applications will be
reviewed starting November 15 and will continue until the
position is filled. The George Washington University is
an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer;
applications from qualified women and minorities are
especially encouraged.
GETTYSBURG COLLEGE - GETTYSBURG,
PA
The Department of Classics invites applications for a
full-time, one-year sabbatical replacement position, at
the rank of Assistant Professor or Instructor, to begin
late August 2002. Ph.D. preferred; relevant teaching
experience required. Teaching responsibilities will be,
in the fall semester of 2002, one section of Intermediate
Latin, one of Latin prose for advanced students and
majors, and a topics course which will combine
archaeology with classical history or literature; in the
spring semester of 2003, two sections of Elementary
Latin, and a Classical Studies course in Roman
Civilization to be taught from a material
remains/art-historical perspective. The position may also
involve assisting with tutorials in upper-division Latin
and with individualized studies or senior projects.
Gettysburg College is a highly selective liberal arts
college located within 90 minutes of the
Baltimore-Washington area. Established in 1832, the
College has a rich history and is situated on a 220-acre
campus with an enrollment of 2,300 students. Gettysburg
College is committed to creating a more diverse campus
environment. As a part of that process, the College gives
candidates from historically underrepresented groups
strong consideration. Included in an attractive benefits
package is a Partner Assistance Program. Selected
candidates will be interviewed at the Annual Meeting of
the American Philological Association / Archaeological
Institute of America in Philadelphia in January 2002.
Please send letter of application, and a dossier of
credentials including a c.v. and three letters of
reference, by November 30th, 2001, to: Professor Charles
J. Zabrowski, Chair, Department of Classics, Gettysburg
College, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Telephone: (717) 337-6561.
E-Mail: czabrows@gettysburg.edu
Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter,
MN
Gustavus Adolphus College, a coeducational, private,
residential, national liberal arts college of 2,500
students affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church
in America, invites nominations and applications for the
tenure track position of Assistant Professor of Classics,
to begin September 1, 2002. All specializations will be
considered, but priority may be given to candidates with
a strong interest in teaching beginning Latin and
advanced Latin literature, and who have competency in
Greco-Roman hist