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APA/AIA PLACEMENT SERVICE COMPLETE POSITIONS FOR CLASSICISTS AND ARCHAEOLOGISTS 2007/08
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.
THE AMERICAN NUMISMATIC SOCIETY - NEW YORK, NY
The American Numismatic Society seeks to appoint a Librarian with effective date as soon as possible. The American Numismatic Society maintains a museum and research institution dedicated to numismatics of all periods and countries. For more information visit www.numismatics.orgThe ANS Library is the leading numismatic library in North America and one of the strongest in the world. The Librarian's position is endowed. It serves the Society’s curatorial staff, the annual Eric P. Newman Summer Seminar in numismatics, scholars, and collectors with collections of books, articles, catalogues, and primary documents covering the full range of subjects relevant to the history of the world’s currencies and medallic art. The Librarian’s duties include the continued development of this distinctive collection and a range of services to users. The Librarian will lead the move of the collections to new quarters in the summer of 2008 and the migration of its collection and catalog to conform to modern standards. The Librarian reports to the Executive Director.Qualifications: The Society seeks candidates with training in academic disciplines relevant to its missions, a knowledge of languages important for the library, an ability to work collegially with the ANS curatorial staff and librarians in the metropolitan region concerned with cognate subjects, and a commitment to a high level of customized service to the library’s users. A degree in library and/or information science is preferred.Salary and benefits: A competitive salary will be based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Society’s benefits include an initial 22-days-vacation package, 10 holidays, TIAA-CREF retirement plan, and a full health insurance package. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications on April 1, 2008. Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names of three references should be sent to position@numismatics.org or The Chairman of the Search Committee The American Numismatic Society96 Fulton StreetNew York NY 10038 Employment at the American Numismatic Society is dependent on a successful background check. The American Numismatic Society is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action employer.
THE EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL - NEW YORK, NY
Earn a $125,000 salary and join a team of master teachers at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School, a new 480-student 5th through 8th grade middle school in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City. Applications are now being accepted for teaching positions in Latin for 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grades. Applications are ONLY being accepted online at http://www.tepcharter.org/apply.php.TEP aims to put into practice the central conclusion of a large body of research related to student achievement: teacher quality is the most important school-based factor in the academic success of students, particularly those from low-income families. In singling out teacher quality as the essential lever in educational reform, TEP is uniquely focused on attracting and retaining master teachers. To do so, TEP uses a three-pronged strategy that it terms the 3 R's: Rigorous Qualifications, Redefined Expectations, & Revolutionary Compensation. For more information, visit us online at www.tepcharter.org or write to Zeke Vanderhoek, Principal. jobs@tepcharter.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through June 30, 2008.
HOWARD UNIVERSITY – WASHINGTON, DC
The Department of Classics at Howard University invites applications for a one-year, full-time position for AY 2008-09. We seek a generalist who is competent to teach a course on Greek Civilization, as well as Greek and Latin at all levels. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach classes on Classical Mythology. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Classics in hand, be fully committed to undergraduate teaching, and demonstrate a competence in research appropriate to their level of experience. All application materials must be received no later than April 15, 2008. Please send letter of application, CV, and at least three letters of recommendation to Professor Alexander Tulin, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classics, Howard University, Washington, DC 20059. Phone: 202-806-6725; fax: 202-806-5224. E.O.E.KENYON COLLEGE – GAMBIER, OH
The Classics Department at Kenyon College invites applications for a one-year position in Classics at the visiting assistant professor or instructor level beginning July 1, 2008. A Ph.D. in Classics or a relevant discipline is preferred; ABD will be considered.Teaching responsibilities consist of five courses: two semesters of elementary Greek, intermediate Latin, a survey of Latin Literature in translation, and another course in translation on a special topic that reflects the candidate’s particular interests. The Department seeks applicants whose scholarly specialties complement those of current faculty, and encourages them to visit its website: classics.kenyon.edu. Applicants must be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching language courses.Kenyon College is a highly competitive liberal arts college of approximately 1,650 students. The college is located in the beautiful village of Gambier, 50 miles northeast of Columbus, OH. Kenyon prides itself on its reputation as an excellent teaching environment enriched by small classes, close contact with highly motivated and engaged students, and an outstanding faculty of dedicated teacher scholars. Kenyon offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including spouse and domestic partner benefits. To learn more about Kenyon, visit www.kenyon.edu.For application instructions, visit http://www.kenyon.edu/facultyjobs.xml. Review of applications will begin March 31, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.Kenyon College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the College’s policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, ancestry, disability, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, political belief or activity, or status as a veteran. Kenyon welcomes diversity and encourages the applications of women and minority candidates.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA – MINNEAPOLIS, MN (Two Positions)
The Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies at the University of Minnesota invites applications for two positions.POSITION ONE: We seek a full-time, academic year (08/25/08-05/24/09) Temporary Assistant Professor in Classics to begin fall semester, 08/25/08. This is a one year, sabbatical replacement position. The successful candidate will be a specialist in Greek literature and culture. The teaching load for a full-time assistant professor is 2 courses per semester. The appointee is expected to have an active research program and participate fully in department and professional service activities. Courses will consist of: a large introductory lecture course in Greek civilization, a more advanced undergraduate lecture course focusing on a specific period of Greek civilization, one course in intermediate Greek or Latin, and a graduate reading course in Greek. PhD required by start of position.
POSITION TWO: We seek a full-time, academic year (08/25/08-05/24/09) Lecturer in Classics to begin fall semester, 08/25/08. This is a one year, sabbatical replacement position. The successful candidate will be a specialist in Latin literature and Roman civilization. The teaching load for a full-time lecturer is three courses per semester. Courses will include a lecture course in translation on early imperial Rome, intermediate Latin prose, and intermediate Latin or Greek poetry. Ph.D. required by start of position.
Please send a cover letter indicating which position is sought, a cv, three letters of recommendation, and evidence of successful teaching. Fullest consideration will be given to applications received by April 1, 2008, but the positions will remain open until filled. Interviews with selected candidates will be conducted at the April 17-19 meeting of CAMWS in Tucson, Arizona, or by telephone with selected candidates who cannot attend. Applicants should indicate whether they will be in Tucson.
All applications must be submitted online. To create an application, please visit the following website: https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1205326943920
To apply for the Temporary Assistant Professor position, please refer to requisition number 154212.To apply for the Lecturer position, please refer to requisition number 154246.
For more information about applying online, please contact the department at 612-625-3465.
For further information about the department, please visit our website at http://cnes.cla.umn.edu
The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY – SANTA CLARA, CA
The Department of Classics invites applications for a two-year lecturer position in Classics beginning fall 2008. Ph.D. preferred, but A.B.D. will be considered. The teaching load is seven quarter courses (2-3-2), and includes sections of the following courses: Ancient Western History (survey), Roman Empire (or similar), upper-division Latin (reading course), and an upper-division Classics course to be agreed upon by the lecturer and chair. In the second year, the lecturer will be expected to offer courses in Greek history and in the new Core Curriculum. Proven excellence in teaching is extremely desirable. Review of applications will begin April 1, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Additional details are available at www.scu.edu/hr/careers/faculty.cfm.A letter of application (including a statement of teaching philosophy and any evidence of teaching excellence), curriculum vitae, graduate transcript(s), and at least three letters of reference should be submitted to: Professor John Heath, Chair, Department of Classics, Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA 95053.SCU is a Catholic Jesuit university that educates a diverse student population. As an EOE/AA employer, we encourage applications from candidates who will contribute to the inclusive excellence of our community.SWARTHMORE COLLEGE - SWARTHMORE, PA
The Department of Classics at Swarthmore College has a one-year leave-replacement opening at the level of Instructor or Assistant Professor beginning in September 2008. We are seeking a broadly trained classicist, Ph.D. or ABD required. Send an application including a CV and at least three letters of recommendation to Rosaria Munson, Chair, Department of Classics, Swarthmore College, Swarthmore, PA 19081. Telephone: 610-328-8165. Review of applications begins on March 31, 2008, and will continue until the position is filled. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity employer.WASHINGTON AND LEE UNIVERSITY – LEXINGTON, VA
The Department of Classics at Washington and Lee University seeks a Latinist for a one-year position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor. The position may be extended for a second year, if funds are available, and the candidate is capable of teaching ancient Greek at all levels. Candidates should have their Ph.D. in hand by July 2008 and show evidence of excellence in teaching. The successful candidate will teach Latin at the intermediate and advanced levels, and possibly a lecture course in a subject of his or her own choosing.Applicants should send a letter of application, CV, and three letters of recommendation to Kevin Crotty, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classics, Robinson Hall, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA 24450. Telephone: 540-463-8910; e-mail: crottyk@wlu.edu. Review of applications will begin March 31, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.
Washington and Lee is actively seeking to diversify its community, and specifically encourages the candidacies of women and minorities for this position.
BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY – PROVO, UT
The department of Humanities, Classics, and Comparative Literature invites applications for an anticipated two-year (with possibility of a third year) visiting position, beginning Fall 2008. Requirements: Ph.D. in classics completed before August 2008. Expectations: 3/2 or 2/3 course load with one additional course in spring term (May-June), consisting of Greek and/or Latin courses from elementary to senior level, plus lecture courses in translation; limited committee work. 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 (see https://yjobs.byu.edu/). Preference is given to members in good standing of the sponsoring Church. Send letter and CV to Michael J. Call, Chair, 3008 JFSB, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602. (No e-mail attachments will be accepted. Hard copies only.) Dossiers and samples of writing will be requested from those whose candidacy the department chooses to pursue. Interviews may be arranged for the CAMWS meetings in Tucson. Application deadline: March 22, 2008.COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON – CHARLESTON, SC
(20 March. This position is now definite) Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics: possible one year position (pending final budgetary approval) beginning August 16, 2008, with possibility of renewal for a second year. We seek a philologist to teach Latin language at all undergraduate levels, Classical Mythology, and possibly another course in Classical Civilization. Ph.D. in Classics or related field is required. Salary is competitive. For consideration send cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, official copies of transcripts of graduate work, and evidence of effective teaching to Dr. Darryl Phillips, Chair, Department of Classics, College of Charleston, 66 George Street, Charleston, SC 29424. Review of applications will begin on March 10 and continue until the position is filled. The College of Charleston is a public liberal arts and sciences institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate students located in the historic district of Charleston. Information about the Classics Program is available on the web at: http://www.cofc.edu/~classics. The College of Charleston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minority and women candidates are encouraged to apply.COLGATE UNIVERSITY – HAMILTON, NY
The Department of the Classics is authorized to make a one-year appointment at the level of Visiting Assistant Professor to begin July 2008. The successful candidate will be expected to bring philological expertise to a department that not only places high emphasis upon the teaching of Greek and Latin, but also plays a major role across the curriculum in courses taught in translation. The department seeks candidates with training and experience in the teaching of Latin and Greek at all levels, preferably with a research interest in Latin literature. An equal commitment to teaching undergraduates and to research is expected. The teaching load is equivalent to five courses per year. Applications and dossiers, including three letters of recommendation and a curriculum vitae, should be addressed to Professor Robert Garland, Department of the Classics, Colgate University, 13 Oak Drive, Hamilton, NY 13346. Inquiries: Phone 315.228.7276; e-mail: rgarland@colgate.edu. Review of applications begins March 20, 2008. Colgate is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body further the university’s educational mission.FRANKLIN AND MARSHALL COLLEGE – LANCASTER, PA
The Department of Classics at Franklin & Marshall College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning Fall 2008. This is a definite position. The successful candidate must be a classicist who can teach both Greek and Latin at all undergraduate levels and a course on Latin Literature in Translation. Teaching load is 3/2. Ph.D. preferred; teaching experience required. Candidates should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, three letters of recommendation, and evidence of good teaching to Shawn O'Bryhim, Chair, Department of Classics, Franklin & Marshall College, P.O. Box 3003, Lancaster, PA 17604-3003. We will not accept application materials electronically. Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2008, and continue until the position is filled.Franklin & Marshall College is a highly selective liberal arts college with a demonstrated commitment to cultural pluralism. EOE.
UNIVERSITY OF HAIFA – HAIFA, ISRAEL
The Department of Maritime Civilizations invites applications with Ph.D. degree for a tenure-track academic position in the field of Maritime History. Rank and tenure will be dependent on the academic achievements of the applicant, and will be subject to University regulations. A special interest in the Classical World and its heritage would be an advantage. The applicant is expected to be familiar with the maritime heritage of the Israeli coast, and be willing to carry out most of his or her research into its historical problems.The position is tenable from October, 2008. Please send CV with list of publications and three letters of recommendation. The application deadline is April 1, 2008.
All correspondence will be treated in confidence, and should be addressed to: Prof. Menahem Mor, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities, University of Haifa, Mount Carmel, Haifa 31905, Israel. E-mail: mmor@univ.haifa.ac.il.
HARVARD UNIVERSITY – CAMBRIDGE, MA
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University announces an open-rank search for an advanced tenure-track faculty member or a tenured professor in the field of Egyptology. The aim of this interdisciplinary search is to appoint an outstanding scholar whose research and teaching will complement the University’s current coverage of the civilizations of the ancient world, with a focus on the ancient Near East and Mediterranean. Applicants should be conversant with the art, archaeology, culture, and history of ancient Egypt, preferably in the third and second millennium BCE, and should also know ancient Egyptian, although it is not anticipated that the appointee will offer language instruction. The departmental affiliation of the appointee will be determined in light of his or her research and teaching program. A Ph.D. or equivalent and a distinguished record of scholarship and teaching are expected. Teaching duties will include courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Applicants should submit a letter of application, including a brief statement of current and future research and teaching interests, and a curriculum vitae with a complete bibliography, to Egyptology Search, c/o Ms. Janet Hatch, Department of History, Harvard University, 201 Robinson Hall, Cambridge, MA 02138. The deadline for applications is April 30, 2008. Harvard is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Applications from women and members of minority groups are strongly encouraged.The Department of the Classics seeks applications for a Preceptor in Modern Greek beginning September 2008. The position is renewable on a yearly basis for up to eight years, based on performance and curricular need. The finalist will be responsible for offering four language classes a year and undertaking administrative responsibilities in the Program of Modern Greek Studies.
Applicants should be well versed in the issues of teaching Modern Greek as a foreign language, have experience in teaching all levels of the language, have native or near native proficiency in Modern Greek, and must be able to conduct upper level courses in Modern Greek. Specialization in modern Greek literature, linguistics and culture, or Greek intellectual history and in teaching modern Greek as second language is highly desirable. A strong doctoral record is preferred.
Letters of application (accompanied by CV and names and addresses of referees) should be sent no later than March 14, 2008, to: Professor Panagiotis Roilos, Department of the Classics, Boylston Hall, 2nd Floor, Cambridge, MA 02138. Inquiries: 617-495-4632Harvard is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications from women and minorities are strongly encouraged.
UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO – MOSCOW, ID
The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures at the University of Idaho invites applications for a tenure-track position in Classics with the rank Assistant Professor, beginning August 2008; specialization in Latin with the requisite background to teach Greek and Roman Civilization. Teaching duties include a three course teaching load per semester, with courses in beginning and intermediate/advanced Latin and in the civilization of ancient Greece and Rome; additional courses as needed in beginning Greek and the literature of ancient Greece and Rome in English translation. Required qualifications: Ph.D. in Classics or Ancient History and Civilization (Greece and Rome), or closely related field; degree in hand by August 2008; strong commitment to undergraduate teaching; evidence of potential for success in a program of scholarly research. Desired qualifications include record of successful college/university teaching in classical studies. Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest/application, a statement of teaching and research interests, and curriculum vitae or placement dossier on line at http://www.hr.uidaho.edu/. In addition, please send three confidential letters of recommendation and a writing sample to: Dr. James Reece, Chair, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, University of Idaho, P.O. Box 443174, Moscow, ID 83844. Please note: all application materials may be submitted directly to search chair if preferred. The screening of applications will begin March 15, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. To enrich education through diversity, the University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.INDIANA UNIVERSITY – BLOOMINGTON, IN
The Department of Classical Studies at Indiana University, Bloomington, invites applications for two full-time visiting assistant professorships for the academic year 2008/9. Each visitor will teach two undergraduate courses each semester, one of which will be Classical Mythology (a large lecture course), the other a course in classical epic or drama. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Classics by July 1.Review of applications will begin March 17 and will continue until the positions are filled. Please send letter of application, CV, graduate transcript, and three letters of recommendation to Search Committee, c/o Professor Matthew R. Christ, Chair, Department of Classical Studies, BH 547, Indiana University, 1020 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47405. Inquiries: mrchrist@indiana.edu. Letters of reference should be from persons who can speak to the candidate's teaching performance and scholarly potential; additional evidence of successful teaching is also welcome. Indiana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and welcomes applications from minorities and women.
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA – IOWA CITY, IA
The Department of Classics at the University of Iowa invites applications for a three-year visiting appointment at the assistant professor level, to begin in August 2008. This is a non-tenure trace position. Full time teaching load is five courses per academic year. The successful candidate will teach two large English language classes each semester and one Latin course in the Fall. The large English classes will include Mythology, Roman Civilization, and Greek Literature in Translation. Ph.D. by time of appointment is preferred. Salary is dependent on candidate’s experience and credentials.Candidates should submit applications to Professor Carin M. C. Green, Chair, Department of Classics, 210 Jefferson Building, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242. (E-mail inquiries to classics@uiowa.edu.) Screening of applications begins March 14, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should include cover letter, curriculum vitae, official graduate transcript, and at least three current letters of recommendation. Applicants are also encouraged to submit evidence of teaching ability and expertise. Interviews will be conducted at the 2008 CAMWS convention in Tucson. All applications will be acknowledged, and applicants will be informed when the position has been filled.
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity / affirmative action institution. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA – NORMAN, OK
The University of Oklahoma invites applications for a one-year lectureship in Classics beginning August 2008. We are seeking a generalist with command of both Greek and Latin. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level and will teach three undergraduate courses each in the fall and spring semesters. Evidence of teaching ability is essential. Candidates should preferably have the Ph.D. in hand by the time of appointment, but ABD candidates will be considered. Salary competitive. EO/AAE. The deadline for receipt of applications is April 1, 2008. Please send a cover letter, CV and 3 letters of recommendation, to Professor Samuel J. Huskey, Classics Search Committee, Department of Classics and Letters, 780 Van Vleet Oval, Kaufman Hall 101, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73019-2031.UNIVERSITY OF UTAH – SALT LAKE CITY, UT
The Department of Languages and Literature at the University of Utah invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Classics. The candidate’s strength should be in undergraduate teaching at all levels. Candidates should be able to teach beginning Latin and Greek, upper division courses in both literatures, and general courses in Classical Civilization such as Myth, The Greeks, The Romans, Greek Tragedy and Ancient Religion. Competence in Ancient History or Classical Art and Archeology is desirable. Teaching load is three courses per semester. This is a one-year appointment, contingent upon availability of funding, with the possibility of renewal. Please submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to: Classics Visitor Search; Professor Fernando Rubio, Co-Chair; Department of Languages and Literature; 255 S. Central Campus Drive, Room 1400; University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112. Deadline is March 14, 2008 or until position is filled. Email questions to: mschneider@languages.utah.edu, (801) 581-7563.The University of Utah is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from women and minorities, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and candidates who possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
WABASH COLLEGE – CRAWFORDSVILLE, IN
Wabash College invites applications for a temporary position in Classics at the Visiting Assistant Professor or Instructor level to begin July 1, 2008. The position has been approved and is for one year, with the possible renewal for a second year. Ph.D. preferred, ABD considered. Candidates must be generalists with competence in teaching both Latin and Greek at all levels and courses in translation, and a demonstrated record of excellence in undergraduate teaching. Course load is three courses each semester, likely including elementary Latin and at least one course of the candidate’s choosing. Salaries and benefits competitive, including institutional support for conference attendance. Send letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, and dossier that includes a curriculum vitae, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to Leslie Day, Chair, Department of Classics, Wabash College, P.O. Box 352, Crawfordsville, IN 47933-0352. Review of applications to begin March 7, 2008. Inquiries: dayl@wabash.edu. Wabash College, a liberal arts college committed to the undergraduate education of men, encourages applications from women and minorities. EOE.UNIVERSITY OF AKRON – AKRON, OH
Assistant Professor. The Department of Classical Studies, Anthropology and Archaeology at The University of Akron seeks a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor in Classical Studies starting August 2008. This uniquely multidisciplinary department offers a curriculum in four fields. The successful candidate will have an active research agenda, demonstrable excellence in teaching and an interest in working with student-researchers. We seek a broadly trained classicist, preferably a Hellenist, with research interests in archaeology or drawing from the material culture of the ancient world. Other interests should complement those of the department. Teaching includes both lower and upper division courses. Classical Studies has a strong position in the General Education requirements of the university, with courses in ancient athletics, Greek myth, introduction to the ancient world, and an upper division course in Greek literature in translation. Salary competitive and commensurate with experience. Candidates must have Ph.D. by August 29, 2008. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae and names of three referees to J.C. Fant, Chair of the Classical Studies Search Committee, Department of Classical Studies, Anthropology and Archaeology, University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325-1910. Review of applications will begin January 31, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.The University of Akron is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action in accordance with state and federal laws.UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA – EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA
Chair, Department of History and Classics. The Department of History & Classics is one of the largest and most diverse in Canada. We have 49 faculty members in History, Classics and Religious Studies. The department is committed to excellence in teaching and research. It is a leader in areas such as East European History, Western Canadian History, History of Science and Medicine, Roman Archaeology and History, British History and Late Antique and Medieval History, and it continues to innovate and advance in many more areas. In addition, the department and many of its members contribute much to interdisciplinary programs such as Science, Technology and Society, Humanities Computing, Middle Eastern and African Studies and Religious Studies. Members of the department are closely linked to a number of research centers and institutes (e.g., Material Culture Institute, the Wirth Institute for Austrian and Central European Studies), and scholarly organizations. The department operates the Hardy Museum, which houses one of the largest collections of Near Eastern and Classical Antiquities in Canada. See www.uofaweb.ualberta.ca/historyandclassics for further information.The next chair will be an internationally recognized historian or classicist with a strong research program, superior teaching record and strong strategic-planning, organizational and management skills. The chair must appreciate and encourage the diversity of scholarship in the department and implement a supportive, collegial and open administrative style. The chair must be able to articulate a broad vision of History and Classics and have a clear operational sense of how all areas of the department can be promoted and their activities supported. Candidates with demonstrated administrative experience will be preferred. The successful candidate will have a scholarly record suitable for appointment at the rank of tenured full professor. Salary is negotiable and will be commensurate with experience.
The University of Alberta, one of Canada's largest and most accomplished research universities, is situated in Edmonton, a metropolitan area of over one million with a vibrant artistic community and excellent standard of living. Established in 1908 as a board-governed public institution, the University of Alberta has earned the reputation of being one of the best universities in Canada based on its strengths in teaching, research and service. The University of Alberta serves over 36,000 students in more than 200 undergraduate and 170 graduate programs (http://www.ualberta.ca/). The Faculty of Arts is the oldest and most diverse faculty on campus, and one of the largest research and teaching centres in western Canada (www.uofaweb.ualberta.ca/arts/).
This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The selection committee will begin consideration of candidates after January 15, 2008. All application materials must be received by February 15, 2008. To receive consideration, applications (including an up-to-date curriculum vitae, a summary of leadership experience, thoughts on academic leadership of the Department of History and Classics and the names of at least three referees), nominations or expressions of interest should be submitted in confidence to: Dr. Gurston Dacks, Acting Dean, Faculty of Arts, 6-33 Humanities Centre, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2E5. Or email to: artsdean@ualberta.ca
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.
IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY – AMES, IA
Proposed Start Date: AUGUST 16, 2008. Appointment Conditions: 9 Months, Full Time; This three-year contract is a non-tenure-track appointment, with the possibility of renewal.Teach range of undergraduate courses in Classical Studies (courses in English), and Latin and/or Greek. Coordinate first-year Latin program. Typical full-time teaching assignment is six courses per year.
Required Qualifications: Master’s degree in Classical Studies or related discipline. Successful experience teaching undergraduate students.
Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in appropriate field; ability to teach all levels of Latin and/or Greek. Experience coordinating elementary language sequence; experience with online teaching. Research active.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Instructions: To apply for this position, qualified applicants should send the following materials: 1) letter of application, 2) dossier including three letters of recommendation and evidence of good teaching, 3) and curriculum vitae, to: Professor Madeleine Henry, Classical Studies Lectureship Search, Classical Studies Program/World Languages and Cultures Department, 3102 Pearson Hall, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011-2205. Please include email address for communication purposes. Application deadline: Feb. 29, 2008. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Learn more about Iowa State at www.iastate.edu. Iowa State is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
WHEATON COLLEGE – WHEATON, IL
The Foreign Language Department of Wheaton College (IL) seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Ancient Languages. Appointment begins August 2008 or January 2009.The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in the classics or a related field, and have teaching experience at college level. This person should have outstanding skill in and enthusiasm for teaching all levels of Latin and Greek language and literature; competence in archaeology is highly desirable. This professor will teach three four-hour (or equivalent) undergraduate courses per semester at all levels; participate in the department¹s proficiency testing program, and occasionally assist with summer study abroad programs.
Application deadline is March 3, 2008 or until position is filled.
Send letter of interest and curriculum vitae to: Dr. Clinton Shaffer, Chair; Department of Foreign Languages; Wheaton College; 501 College Avenue; Wheaton, IL 60187-5593.
Please do not send transcripts or letters of recommendation unless requested.
Wheaton College is an evangelical Protestant Christian liberal arts college whose faculty members affirm a Statement of Faith and the moral and lifestyle expectations of our Community Covenant. The College complies with federal and state guidelines of nondiscrimination in employment; women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
DUKE UNIVERSITY – DURHAM, NC
The Department of Classical Studies at Duke University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor with Ph.D. in hand by the time of appointment. The position begins in Fall 2008, and might be renewable. We seek a broadly trained Classicist well versed in both Latin and Greek languages and literatures, whose specialty is either Latin prose or Republican literature. We encourage applicants with proven ability to teach intermediate and advanced undergraduate courses in Latin prose and verse, literature in translation, and possibly advanced undergraduate Greek. The successful candidate will have a 3/2 teaching load and perhaps the opportunity to teach a graduate course.Please send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and a representative writing sample (a published article or at least one approved chapter of a dissertation) to Latin Search Committee, Department of Classical Studies, 233 Allen Building, Box 90103, Duke University, Durham, NC 27708-0103. Questions may be addressed to Jenna Golnik <jgolnik@duke.edu>. Applications received by December 28, 2007 will receive fullest consideration. We expect to interview some candidates at the APA/AIA Annual Meeting in Chicago in January 2008, but we will continue to accept applications until January 15, 2008.
Duke University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women and minorities are strongly encouraged.
THE EVERGREEN STATE COLLEGE – OLYMPIA, WA
The Evergreen State College seeks a faculty member in Classical Studies whose research and teaching focus on one or more of the following fields: literature, history, philosophy, art history and/or archaeology. The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching about Greek and Roman cultures within the broader Mediterranean world. We especially encourage applications from scholars whose research and teaching focuses on the relationships between Greece and Rome and the ancient civilizations of Africa and Asia. Candidates must be able to teach Greek or Latin, preferably both. Because we are interested in the ways in which knowledge of the past can illuminate the present, we are also seeking candidates with serious research and teaching interests in themes and questions applicable to 21st century questions of global citizenship, with its historical continuities and cultural variations. Such themes could include the meaning of citizenship and democracy, humanity's relationship to the natural world, the relationship between the secular and the spiritual, or the problematic features of empire and colonialism. We would very much value in a colleague the ability to engage these questions in a comparative framework and to do so with consideration of modern texts and issues.Team teaching is fundamental to the work of faculty members at Evergreen. Faculty members on teaching teams have a significant amount of direct contact with students and enjoy a high degree of freedom to determine the subject matter, pace, emphasis, classroom strategies and modes of evaluation in the programs that they teach. Candidates who have background and interests beyond the humanities and have prior experience teaching with faculty from other disciplines are particularly encouraged to apply. We also encourage applicants who have had experience teaching and/or working with students from underrepresented populations, and who prioritize inspiring a diverse range of students to study Classics.
Minimum Qualifications: ABD in Classical Studies or related field; Demonstrated ability to teach Greek or Latin; College level teaching experience; Experience with interdisciplinary teaching and/or research.
Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in Classical Studies or related field; Experience with team teaching; Interest and ability to teach writing; Experience teaching underrepresented student populations
This is a Regular Faculty position, eligible for continuing appointment after two three-year renewable contracts. All requirements for this position must be completed by the end of academic year 2007-08. Review of complete applications begins January 7, 2008 and will continue until finalists are selected. Representatives from Evergreen State College will be available to informally discuss this position with interested candidates at the APA/AIA Annual Meeting in Chicago, IL in January 2008.
To apply, please enter the following information to our online application form at: http://www.evergreen.edu/facultyhiring: Contact Information, Work Experience, Affirmative Action.
Submit the following items as an attachment(s) with your email or mail materials: Curriculum vitae; Letter of application; 1-2 page statement of your teaching philosophy and practice: Please focus specifically on your understanding and experience of interdisciplinary study and what you believe should distinguish a liberal arts education today; 1-2 page statement of your multicultural experience and/or practice; Examples of scholarly or artistic work. (Research papers or reviews);
Evaluations by students (if available); Two to three current letters of reference from professional colleagues that speak to your teaching experience; in addition, letters from students are often useful. Letters of reference may be emailed or mailed directly to our faculty hiring office.
If you cannot attach the application materials please mail the information to the faculty hiring office: Faculty Hiring Coordinator, The Evergreen State College, 2700 Evergreen Parkway, L-2211, Olympia, WA 98505. (360) 867-6861 voice; (360) 867-6794 fax; (360) 867-6834 TDD; facultyhiring@evergreen.edu
The College reserves the right to extend searches or not offer positions advertised. All position offers are contingent on funding. Persons with disabilities can receive accommodations in the hiring process by contacting the Faculty Hiring Coordinator. The Evergreen State College is an equal opportunity employer. www.evergreeen.edu/facultyhiring
The George Washington University – WASHINGTON, DC
Assistant Professor of Classics and Archaeology.The Department of Classical and Semitic Languages and Literatures at the George Washington University seeks a classical archaeologist/classicist for a tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor specializing in the study of the ancient Mediterranean region. Teaching responsibilities: courses in classical archaeology, Greek, Latin, history, and civilizations of the classical world. Preference will be given to a classical archaeologist who can teach Greek and/or Latin at all levels.
Basic Qualifications: PhD in classical archaeology, classics, or related field; demonstrated teaching excellence and potential for strong record of scholarly publication; knowledge of one classical language at the advanced level and of the other at the intermediate or advanced level; experience in archaeological methods and fieldwork in the ancient Mediterranean region.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in teaching elementary Latin and/or Greek as well as upper level courses in those languages; also experience in teaching Introduction to Archaeology as well as upper level courses in classical archaeology.
To Apply: Send letter of application, a current CV, statement of research plans, sample publications or works in progress, student evaluations for one ancient language course and one archaeology/classical civilization course, and three letters of reference to: Prof Eric H. Cline, Chair, Classical Archaeology and Languages Search Committee, Department of Classical and Semitic Languages and Literatures, Phillips Hall 345, The George Washington University, 801 22nd St. NW, Washington DC 20052. Review of applications will begin on January 7, 2008, and will continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered. Women and minority scholars are encouraged to apply. The George Washington University is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.
KNOX COLLEGE – GALESBURG, IL
Knox College invites applications for a one-year position at the assistant professor level in ancient history (classical or ancient near east), to begin September 2008. The teaching load will be six courses over three 10-week terms (two courses each term), including one course on "The Ancient Mediterranean World." Preference will be given to candidates with broad training (more than one geographic sphere and/or more than one time period). Knox is an independent, highly selective liberal arts institution with a diverse student body and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. For more information about Knox: http://www.knox.edu. Send a cover letter, c.v., graduate transcript, three letters of reference, brief descriptions of courses you would propose to teach, and sample syllabi from relevant courses you have taught in the past to: Professor Penny S. Gold, Chair, Department of History, Knox College, 2 E. South St., Galesburg, IL 61401. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure fullest consideration, applications should arrive by April 11. Qualifications: PhD or advanced ABD in history. Knox College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. In keeping with its 170-year commitment to access, Knox actively encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.The Department of Classics at Knox College invites applications for a full-time visiting position at the instructor or assistant professor level, to begin September 2008. The position is for one year, with the possibility of renewal. The teaching load will be two courses per term (six courses over three 10-week terms). We seek candidates who are broadly trained and are prepared to teach Latin and Greek as well as courses on Greek and Roman antiquity. Some preference will be given to candidates with specialization in Greek literature, art or material culture. PhD or advanced ABD in classics is required.
Knox is an independent, selective liberal arts institution with a diverse student body and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. For more information about Knox, consult the website: http://www.knox.edu. To apply, send a cover letter, c.v., graduate transcript, and three letters of reference. Please also include a summary of research interests and brief descriptions of courses you would propose to teach (or have taught) on some aspect of Greek or Roman culture in translation. Applications should be sent to: Professor Stephen Fineberg, Department of Classics, Knox College K-14, 2 E. South St., Galesburg, IL 61401. PH: 309-342-1858. sfineber@knox.edu. Applications should arrive by December 28. We will be interviewing at the APA Meetings in Chicago, IL, January 2008.
Knox College is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative action employer; in keeping with its 170-year commitment to access, Knox College encourages applications members of underrepresented groups.
MOUNT ALLISON UNIVERSITY – SACKVILLE, NEW BRUNSWICK, CANADA
The Crake Foundation and the Department of Classics at Mount Allison University are pleased to announce the Crake Doctoral Fellowship in Classics for the academic year 2008-2009.The Crake Fellowship is non-renewable, open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents who at the time of taking up the fellowship have completed all course and residential requirements for the Doctorate in Classics, passed all preliminary examinations and completed the research for the thesis, and who can reasonably be expected to finish the doctorate during the year of the fellowship.
The holder will be asked to teach one course in each of the Fall and Winter terms, give a public lecture, and be in Sackville from September to the end of April.In 2008-2009 the holder of the Crake Fellowship will receive $24,000 (CDN), with an allowance of up to $3,500 (CDN) to cover moving and other research-associated expenses.
Applications should include official transcripts and three letters of reference. The thesis supervisor should be asked to write concerning the subject of the thesis and the expected date for its final submission. Applicants should also send a statement regarding the progress of their doctoral studies, including their schedule for completion, and a 1-2 page synopsis of their thesis.
Completed applications should be sent to: Dr. Ivan Cohen, Head, Department of Classics, Mount Allison University, 63D York Street, Sackville, NB Canada E4L 1G9. The deadline for receipt of applications is February 29, 2008.
Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
University of Konstanz – Konstanz, Germany
Professor for the Archaeology of Ancient Mediterranean Cultures and their Relationship to the Ancient Near East and EgyptDepartment of History and Sociology. The position is to be filled from October, 1st, 2008.
The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching the period between the early first millenium B.C. and the sixth century A.D. The candidate’s specialization may lie in the Ancient Near East/Egypt or in classical archaeology. An ability to teach either the Graeco-Roman perception of the Ancient Near East or the near-eastern perception of the Graeco-Roman world is expected. The candidate will teach students taking Education and Bachelor/Master courses in History, as well as students in the inter-disciplinary Bachelor/Master programme “Cultures of Antiquity”. Participation in the Cluster of Excellence 16 “Cultural Foundations for Integration” is also expected.
Applicants will be habilitated or hold an equivalent qualification (‘second book’).
The University is an equal opportunities employer. The University of Konstanz is an equal opportunity employer and tries to increase the number of women in research and teaching. The University encourages disabled persons to apply. They will be given preference if appropriately qualified (Contact +49 – 7531 / 88 – 3725). The University of Konstanz has been accredited by the Hertie-Stiftung as a “family friendly” university. It is committed to the positive combination of family life with an academic career.
Applications including the usual documents (CV, list of publications, list of courses taught, copies of degrees) and the application form (at www.uni-konstanz.de/shared/pdf/upload/Bewerberbogen2007202.pdf) should reach the Geisteswissenschaftliche Sektion, Universität Konstanz, Fach D 8, D-78457 Konstanz, Germany, reference number 2007/202, no later than January 12, 2008.
ST. OLAF COLLEGE – NORTHFIELD, MN
The Department of Classics at St. Olaf College (Northfield, Minnesota) announces an approved, one-year, full-time position, possibly renewable, at the level of Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning September 1, 2008. The person hired will be responsible for teaching elementary, intermediate, and advanced courses in both Latin and Greek as well as classics courses in translation, and will be expected to become involved in the broader life of the department and the college. Requirements for the job include a completed Ph.D., proven excellence in the teaching of Latin and Greek, and a commitment to scholarly activity. A liberal arts college affiliated with the Lutheran Church (ELCA), St. Olaf College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity in its students, faculty, and staff. Please send a dossier (letter of application, CV, letters of recommendation; no need for writing samples or teaching evaluation forms) to: Anne H. Groton, Chair, Department of Classics, St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave., Northfield, MN 55057-1098 (telephone: 507-786-3387; e-mail: groton@stolaf.edu). Full consideration will be given to applications received by December 28, 2007. We expect to interview some candidates at the APA/AIA Annual Meeting in Chicago, January 3-6, 2008, and we will continue to accept applications until January 15, 2008.UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN – AUSTIN, TX
The Department of Classics announces a one-year position at the rank of Lecturer, to begin September 1, 2008. We invite applications from candidates specializing in Latin literature and Roman studies; applicants with cross-disciplinary interests are especially welcome. The successful candidate will teach four or five courses (either 2/2 or 3/2), including undergraduate Latin courses. The position may be renewable for a second year, contingent upon funding and performance. A Ph.D. in Classics is required, and a strong record of teaching is preferred. Applicants should submit a letter of application, a current CV, a sample of recent scholarship, and three letters of recommendation to: Latin Search Committee, Department of Classics, The University of Texas at Austin, 1 University Station C3400, Austin, TX 78712-0308. The Committee will begin reviewing applications on March 10, 2008; applications received after that date may be considered, and the position will remain open until filled. The University of Texas at Austin is an AA/EEO employer. A background check on the appointee is a state requirement. Further information about the Department is available on our website: http://www.utexas.edu/depts/classics/Vassar College
The Department of Classics at Vassar College invites applications for a three-year position for a Latinist at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning in August 2008. Vassar College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Applications from historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for Latin courses from the elementary to advanced level. He or she will also be expected to teach Classics courses in translation, which may include “Myth” and “Reading Antiquity” (an introduction to ancient literature), and possibly Greek at the elementary or intermediate level. The ability to participate in any of Vassar’s multidisciplinary programs, such as American Culture, Jewish Studies, and Women’s Studies, or to teach a freshman writing course based on a classical theme is also an advantage. The candidate must have earned the Ph. D. before taking up the appointment and provide evidence of successful teaching experience. Please send a cover letter, CV, and three letters of recommendation (sent under separate cover or in a placement file) to Robert D. Brown, Chair, Department of Classics, Box 733, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12604, U.S.A. Inquiries may be addressed to robrown@vassar.edu or 845-437-5590/5251. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, since we plan to conduct interviews at the APA meeting in Chicago, January 2008. However, there is not a hard deadline, and the position will remain open until filled.VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY – VILLANOVA, PA
The Classics Program invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Position begins in the Fall Semester 2008. Applicants should have a demonstrable record of outstanding teaching and scholarship. The successful candidate will also have a strong commitment to program development. Primary teaching responsibilities will include Latin and Greek languages and literature at all levels, courses in translation dealing with classical civilization and culture, and courses in the applicant's area of expertise. The department is also interested in candidates who combine a thorough training in Classics with interests in other humanities disciplines. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate (M.A. courses). Send application letter, graduate and undergraduate school transcripts, CV, writing sample, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Thomas W. Smith, Department of Humanities, Villanova University, 800 Lancaster Ave., Villanova, PA 19085. Villanova is a Roman Catholic University sponsored by the Augustinian Order. An AA/EEO employer, Villanova seeks a diverse faculty committed to scholarship, service, and especially teaching, who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values. All application materials should be received by February 1, 2008.BOWDOIN COLLEGE – BRUNSWICK, ME
Bowdoin College’s Department of Classics invites applications for a three-year replacement position in Classical Archaeology at the Assistant Professor or Instructor level, beginning fall 2008. Ph.D. preferred, but A.B.D. will be considered. A specialization in Classical Archaeology and evidence of strong teaching experience are essential; candidates should also be competent and enthusiastic to teach language courses from the elementary through the advanced undergraduate levels of Greek and/or Latin. Teaching responsibilities include five courses annually, usually three on archaeological topics and two Greek and/or Latin language/literature classes. Of the archaeology courses, one each year will be introductory, Greek and Roman in alternating years, and the others on archaeological subjects of special interest to the candidate and to the department. Applications from candidates with expertise in all areas of Mediterranean archaeology are welcome.A letter of application, curriculum vitae and three letters of reference should be submitted to: Professor Barbara Weiden Boyd, Chair, Department of Classics, Bowdoin College, 7600 College Station, Brunswick, ME 04011. Review of applications will begin on February 29, 2008, and will continue until the position is filled.
Bowdoin is a highly selective liberal arts college on the Maine coast with a diverse student body made up of 25% students of color, 4% International students and approximately 15% first generation college students. Bowdoin College is committed to equality and diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the cultural, socio-economic, and ethnic diversity of our college. Bowdoin College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability status in employment, or in our education programs.
For further information about the department and college, please visit our website www.bowdoin.edu.
Bowdoin College’s Department of Classics invites applications for a one-year replacement position in classics at the Assistant Professor or Instructor level. For the 2008-09 academic year; the possibility exists of renewal for a second year, 2009-10. Ph.D. preferred, but ABD considered. A specialization in Greek or Latin language and literature, evidence of strong teaching experience and ability and enthusiasm to teach all levels of Greek and Latin language are essential. Teaching responsibilities include five courses annually, at least one of which will be a course on translation at the introductory level (e.g., classical mythology or Greek or Roman civilization) or on a more advanced level in a subject relating to the successful applicant’s area of expertise; the remainder will be in Greek and/or Latin languages and literatures, including one or both semesters of first-year Latin and an advanced seminar in a Latin author or topic. We are especially interested in applicants whose areas of interest can extend our current range of offerings, such as ancient religion, Hellenistic culture, or late antiquity, but all broadly trained classicists are encouraged to apply.
Applications, curriculum vitae and three letters of reference should be sent to: Professor Barbara Weiden Boyd, Chair, Department of Classics, Bowdoin College, 7600 College Station, Brunswick, ME 04011. Review of applications will begin December 15, 2007, and interviews will be conducted at the APA meeting in Chicago.
Bowdoin is a highly selective liberal arts college on the Maine coast with a diverse student body made up of 25% students of color, 4% International students and approximately 15% first generation college students. Bowdoin College is committed to equality and diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the cultural, socio-economic, and ethnic diversity of our college. Bowdoin College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability status in employment, or in our education programs.
For further information about the department and college, please visit our website at www.bowdoin.edu.
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE – IRVINE, CA
DEPARTMENT OF ART HISTORY
Greek and Roman art and archaeology. Lecturer, to begin July 1, 2008. Ph.D. required by time of appointment. One-year replacement appointment, renewable up to three years. Teach a range of courses on ancient Mediterranean art and archaeology in the undergraduate Department of Art History, the Graduate Program in Visual Studies (offered jointly with the Department of Film and Media Studies), and the Tri-Campus Graduate Program in Classics (offered jointly with UC Riverside and UC San Diego). Please provide the following: application letter, curriculum vitae, publication (or writing) sample, and three letters of recommendation. Send to Margaret M. Miles, Search Chair, Department of Art History, HIB 85, University of California, Irvine, CA 92697-2785. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity and has an Advance Program for faculty equity and diversity.DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY
Late Antiquity – The University of California, Irvine, is seeking applicants for a tenure track assistant professor with a specialty in the history of Late Antiquity, broadly conceived (ca. 100 CE-800 CE). Areas of study of special interest to the Department include, but are not limited to: religion, state formation, trade, history of science and/or medicine, gender history, environmental history. Interest in participating in the department's world history program is expected.
For full consideration, applications should be received by January 2, 2008. Please send a letter of application, c.v., and three or more letters of reference to: James Given, Search Committee Chair, Late Antiquity Search, University of California, Irvine, Department of History, 200 Murray Krieger Hall, Irvine, CA 92697-3275.
Additional information about the UCI Department of History and the School of Humanities can be found at http://www.humanities.uci.edu/history. The University of California, Irvine, is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and has an Advance Program for Faculty Equity and Diversity.
Closing Date: January 2, 2008
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY – CHICO – CHICO, CA
The History Department at California State University, Chico, invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Ancient history, beginning in fall 2008. The successful candidate will be expected to teach Introduction to Classical Civilizations (a lower-division General Education course) and courses on Ancient History with specialization in either Greek and/or Roman Civilizations. In addition candidates with experience teaching World History from the origins of man to the fall of the Roman Empire are strongly encouraged to apply. The Ph.D. is required by September 2008. Evidence of excellence in teaching and productivity in research and publication are required, along with a demonstrated commitment to program building and service to the larger campus. As a University that educates students of various ethnic and cultural backgrounds, we value a diverse faculty and staff. CSU, Chico welcomes applicants who are knowledgeable about and interested in working within a cross-cultural learning environment. Send as a hard copy a letter of application, a c.v., official transcripts, sample syllabi, and three current letters of recommendation to Lawrence M. Bryant, Chair, Ancient History Search Committee, Department of History, California State University, Chico, Chico, CA 95929-0735. To ensure full consideration, the application and related materials must be received by December 15, 2007. The committee anticipates interviewing a short list of candidates at the American Historical Association convention in Washington, DC.UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON – DAYTON, OH
Ancient History. The history department of the University of Dayton invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship, beginning fall 2008. Applicants should have ancient history – preferably ancient Mediterranean or ancient Near East -- as their primary research field. The successful applicant will be expected to teach a full range of undergraduate courses at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. The position also requires participation in the University’s Humanities Base program, which includes teaching of HST 103, The West and the World, which is required of all students at the University. The position requires a balanced and ongoing commitment to research and teaching, as well as participation in the department’s contribution to the University’s Catholic and Marianist mission. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in hand by time of appointment. Send letter of application, c.v., three recommendations, and copies of all graduate transcripts to Prof. William Vance Trollinger, Dept. of History, University of Dayton, 300 College Park, Dayton, Ohio 45469-1540. (No e-mail submissions, please.) Review of all files will begin December 4, 2007. Semi-finalists will be interviewed at the AHA meeting in January 2008 in Washington. The University of Dayton, a comprehensive Catholic university founded by the Society of Mary (Marianists) in 1850, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. The University of Dayton is firmly committed to the principle of diversity.DENISON UNIVERSITY – GRANVILLE, OH
The Department of Classics at Denison University is seeking to fill a one-year non-tenure track position for the academic year 2008-2009.
The successful candidate will teach courses in Greek at all levels. ABD is a minimum requirement, though Ph.D. is preferred, along with experience in teaching at the undergraduate level.Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and dossier including graduate transcript and at least three letters of recommendation to Professor Timothy P. Hofmeister, Department of Classics, Denison University, Granville, Ohio, 43023 (740-587-6335 - hofmeister@denison.edu).
The deadline for receipt of applications is January 7, 2007.
Denison University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Denison is proud of its efforts to promote an education based on a diverse and inclusive community and especially encourages applicants who would contribute to the diversity of the college.
DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY – PITTSBURGH, PA
Duquesne University invites applications for a definite, full-time, tenure-track position in Classics as an Assistant Professor, in the fall 2008 semester. Applicants must have completed the Ph.D. by September 1, 2008. Candidates should be able to teach courses in Greek and Latin at all levels, courses in translation, and other courses that contribute to departmental offerings. Desirable areas of expertise include classical archaeology, but all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
The department will conduct preliminary interviews at the APA meeting. Review of applications will begin on November 30, 2007 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should send application (with description of research and teaching interests) and a CV. Letters of recommendation may be requested in subsequent communications. Send applications and any requested forms electronically to Professor Stephen Newmyer, to newmyer@duq.edu (412-396-6450)Duquesne University is an EO/AA Employer.
Applicants must be willing to contribute actively to the mission and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.
Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer. The successful candidate must be willing to support the Duquesne University Mission Statement.GRINNELL COLLEGE – GRINELL, IA (One or Two Positions)
Department of Classics – One Year Leave Replacement Position(s) Beginning Fall 2008.
One or two one-year leave-replacement positions in classics. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) possible. Grinnell College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college emphasizing close student-faculty interaction. The Classics Department provides instruction in Greek and Latin language and literature along with Greek and Roman history and archaeology. The teaching schedule of five courses over two semesters may include Greek or Latin courses at any level. Broad training in classics is highly desirable; strength in Greek history, classical mythology, or literature-in-translation may be an asset. In letters of application, candidates should discuss their interest in developing as a teacher and scholar in an undergraduate, liberal arts college that emphasizes close student-faculty interaction. They also should discuss what they could contribute to efforts to cultivate a wide diversity of people and perspectives, a core value of Grinnell College. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by December 15, 2007. Send letter of application, cv, and letters of recommendation to Professor Edward Phillips, Classics Department, Grinnell College, Grinnell, IA 50112-1690 [ClassicsSearch@grinnell.edu, 641-269-3122, Fax 641-269-4953].
Grinnell College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who collectively reflect the diversity of the nation. No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, creed, or disability. For further information about Grinnell College, see our website at http://www.grinnell.edu.UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT SPRINGFIELD – SPRINGFIELD, IL
History of the Ancient World: The history department of the University of Illinois at Springfield invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in the area of history of the ancient world beginning in August 2008. Candidates must be able to teach the history of ancient Greece and Rome as their primary focus. Additional specialization in medieval, environmental, gender, comparative, cross-cultural, or inter-regional history is especially welcome. Successful candidates will teach three courses each term. Responsibilities will include offering lower- and upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses in areas of focus and departmental core courses in historical methods. Candidates should also be willing to teach online as well as on-campus and to teach in the university's new general education curriculum, including world history. A Ph.D. in history or related field with a historical emphasis at the time of appointment and evidence of scholarly potential is required. Teaching experience at the college or university level is preferred. The University of Illinois at Springfield is a public liberal arts university located in the state capital and is one of three campuses of the University of Illinois. The UIS campus serves over 4,000 students in 20 undergraduate and 19 graduate programs. The curriculum stresses a strong interdisciplinary, liberal arts core in conjunction with outstanding professional programs, extensive opportunities in experiential education, and a broad engagement in public affairs issues of the day. UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Persons with disabilities, women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Please send cover letter, three letters of reference, teaching philosophy statement, research statement, and c.v. to: Chair, Ancient History Search Committee, University of Illinois at Springfield, One University Plaza, MS UHB 3050, Springfield, IL 62703-5407. Review of applications will begin on December 7, 2007, and will continue until position is filled.
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY – BALTIMORE, MD
Gildersleeve Professor of Greek. The Johns Hopkins University Department of Classics announces a search for a senior Hellenist to assume its marquee chair. We seek a distinguished scholar and committed teacher eager to contribute to the intellectual life of a small yet thriving Classics department within a research university. Expertise in any aspect of Greek literature, history, or philosophy is welcome. Position to begin July 1, 2009. Inquiries should be directed to Professor Alan Shapiro, ashapiro@jhu.edu. Candidates should send a letter of application, CV, and names and contact information of at least three references to: Gildersleeve Search Committee, Department of Classics, Johns Hopkins University, 130 Gilman Hall, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21218. Review of applications will begin May 31, 2008. Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.The Johns Hopkins University, Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, announces a two-year Post-doctoral Fellowship for an archaeologist specializing in early complex societies. Applicants should have a focus on fieldwork either in the Ancient Near East (excluding Egypt) or the Mediterranean. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in archaeological theory and method as well as subject area and will have the opportunity to contribute to a new undergraduate Archaeology major. Departmental home will be either in Near Eastern Studies or in Classics, depending on the successful candidate's area of research. Particular attention will be given to candidates with a background in landscape archaeology and/or GIS applications, but candidates with a specialization in other areas are also encouraged to apply. The PhD must be awarded no later than May, 2008. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and letters of reference from three referees to Prof. Glenn M. Schwartz, Chair, Archaeology Post-doctoral Search, Department of Near Eastern Studies, The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore MD 21218. Application deadline: December 31, 2007.
The Johns Hopkins University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and especially encourages applications from women and underrepresented minorities.
LAW SCHOOL ADMISSION COUNCIL – NEWTOWN, PA
Test Specialist – Job Code: TS-APA
Candidate will develop questions for the LSAT that are of high quality and are sensitive to the diversity of the LSAT population. Position requires the writing, review, and revision of questions that are designed to assess informal and deductive reasoning skills. This involves the use of test question databases and the application of basic test-related statistics. Other duties may include participating in the review and development of informational and test preparation materials as well as participating in research related to the LSAT and special project management; and participating in the assembly and review of sections of questions for the LSAT. This is a two year contract position with the possibility of becoming a regular position.
Requirements include an MA and doctoral-level work in Philosophy, Linguistics, Classics or other related discipline requiring strong reading, reasoning, and analytical skills. A Ph.D. is preferred. Training in logic, a broad background in liberal arts, and precise and fluent use of Standard Written English are necessary. College teaching experience is desirable. Demonstrated organizational skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and the ability to meet deadlines are required. Must have the ability to exercise discretion in handling sensitive and confidential materials.
LSAC staff and information will be available at the 2007 Eastern Division meeting of the American Philosophical Association and at the 2008 meeting of the Linguistic Society of America.
Salary: $60,000 per year or more depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits are highly competitive. For more information, please visit our website at: www.LSAC.org.
To apply, please forward vitae, a letter of application including Job Code, and a list of references to: C. Rommel, HR Section, Job Code: TS-APA, Law School Admission Council, P.O. Box 40, Newtown, PA 18940. Fax: 215.504.3808; E-mail: employment@LSAC.org. Application deadline: March 10, 2008.
Law School Admission Council takes great pride in its dedication to being an EOE/AA Employer. All qualified individuals, including minorities, women, and people who are differently abled are encouraged to apply.
UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA – WINNIPEG, MANITOBA, CANADA
With funding from the Canada Research Council (CRC) Chair in Roman Archaeology, the Department of Classics, University of Manitoba, will offer a one-year Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Roman Archaeology to commence July 1, 2008 (start date flexible). This postdoctoral fellowship will have an annual value of $40,000 Canadian, with a research allowance of $2,000. The postdoctoral fellow will be expected to undertake an independent research project dealing with a topic in Roman Archaeology or Art. The supervisor of this postdoctoral fellowship is Dr. Lea Stirling, CRC Chair in Roman Archaeology (Tier 2), whose interests encompass both archaeology and ancient art. Applicants should be not more than three years beyond their completed PhD; candidates with a defense scheduled by May 2008 are welcome to apply.
Although no teaching is required, the Postdoctoral fellow will also have the opportunity to teach up to 6 credits for additional remuneration subject to the availability of funds and the needs of the Department of Classics.
Qualified scholars may apply by sending a description of their proposed research project and curriculum vitae, and arranging for three confidential letters of reference to be sent to: Postdoctoral Fellowship in Roman Archaeology, Department of Classics, University of Manitoba, 220 Dysart Rd., Winnipeg MB R3T 2M8, Canada.
The successful candidate must have the Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2008. The University exercises a Canadian-first policy; however, all those qualified are encouraged to apply. The deadline for applications is February 22, 2008. Inquiries can be sent to Dr. Lea Stirling, CRC Chair in Roman Archaeology (Tier 2), at Lea_Stirling@umanitoba.ca, or (phone) 204-474-7357. Dr. Stirling will also be able to meet informally with potential applicants during the APA/AIA meetings in Chicago in January.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba).
METROPOLITAN STATE COLLEGE OF DENVER – BROOMFIELD, CO
Full-Time Tenure-Track Faculty Position in History, Position Number F454
Teach 12 hours per semester including lower-division Western Civilization or World History survey courses and courses covering Ancient Greece and Rome. Assignments may include online, evening, and weekend classes, and courses cross-listed with other departments. Advise students and participate in departmental/school/college assignments as needed. The successful candidate must be sensitive to and able to work with the educational needs of a diverse urban population.A. Ph.D. in history with a concentration in Ancient Rome and/or Greece by August 1, 2008.
Successful college teaching experience including Western or World Civilization survey courses. Ability to teach curriculum that incorporates the contributions of women and ethnic minorities.
In order for your file to be considered complete and forwarded to the search committee please submit the following items: 1) copies of transcripts; 2) three recent letters of recommendation; and 3) student evaluations of teaching (if available) should be sent directly to: MSCD, Attn: Dr. Adolph Grundman, Department of History, P.O. Box 173362, CB 27, Denver, CO 80217-3362. Application materials must be received no later than January 15, 2008. Specific questions concerning this position should be directed to Dr. Adolph Grundman at 303-556-3174.
Job Close date: 01-15-2008
Required Applicant Documents: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, References. Additional information about the position and expectations for faculty members can be found at http://www.mscdjobs.com/.UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH (SEWANEE) – SEWANEE, TN (Two Positions)
The University of the South (popularly known as Sewanee) comprises a well-regarded College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and a distinguished School of Theology. It is an institution of the Episcopal Church that welcomes individuals of all backgrounds. It is located on a striking, 10,000-acre domain on Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau. The University of the South is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
POSITION ONE: The Department of Classical Languages at the University of the South seeks to fill a tenure-track position for a Hellenist at the Assistant Professor level, beginning Fall, 2008. Applicants should have Ph.D. in hand, and demonstrated teaching ability. Teaching responsibilities will include courses in ancient Greek as well as Latin at all levels, and courses in the first year of Sewanee's interdisciplinary Humanities program. Course load 3/3. Must demonstrate potential for and/or record of productive scholarship. Candidates should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and dossier including graduate transcript and at least three letters of recommendation to Professor Christopher M. McDonough, Department of Classical Languages, University of the South, 735 University Avenue, Sewanee, TN 37383. Phone: 931-598-1519; E-mail: cmcdonou@sewanee.edu. Review of applications will begin December 3, 2007; all application materials must be received by December 15, 2007. Interviews will be conducted at the APA's meeting January 2008 in Chicago. IL.POSITION TWO: The Department of Classical Languages at the University of the South to fill a tenure-track position for a Latinist at the Assistant Professor level, beginning Fall, 2008. Applicants should have Ph.D. in hand, and demonstrated teaching ability. We are looking especially for a specialist in Latin poetry. Teaching responsibilities will include courses in Latin as well as ancient Greek at all levels, and courses in the first year of Sewanee's interdisciplinary Humanities program. Course load 3/3. Must demonstrate potential for and/or record of productive scholarship. Candidates should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and dossier including graduate transcript and at least three letters of recommendation to Professor Christopher M. McDonough, Department of Classical Languages, University of the South, 735 University Avenue, Sewanee, TN 37383. Phone: 931-598-1519; E-mail: cmcdonou@sewanee.edu. Review of applications will begin December 3, 2007; all application materials must be received by December 15, 2007. Interviews will be conducted at the APA's meeting January 2008 in Chicago. IL.
The University of the South is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
TULANE UNIVERSITY – NEW ORLEANS, LA
The Department of Classical Studies at Tulane University has been approved to make a tenure-track appointment at the rank of assistant professor. We are seeking someone broadly-trained to teach a range of courses in Greek history, society, and culture. Candidates should apply to Prof. Dennis Kehoe, Chair, Department of Classical Studies, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA 70118-5698; phone (504) 862-3082. To avoid problems with the mail, we strongly urge you to email your c.v. and letter of application (kehoe@tulane.edu; please include your name in the title of all documents sent as attachments). We also invite you to see our website: http://www.tulane.edu/~classics/ The review of applications will begin on December 15, 2007. We will interview candidates at the APA/AIA meeting in Chicago in January. Tulane University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity. All eligible candidates are invited to apply for this position.
UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO – WATERLOO, ONTARIO, CANADA
The department of Classical Studies at the University of Waterloo is a vibrant, innovative academic unit showcasing a new MA program in Ancient Mediterranean Cultures. This program will have a cross-disciplinary focus emphasizing the cultural interchange in the Mediterranean basin from the Bronze Age to the early Middle Ages. We are inviting applications for an incremental position, with a preferred starting date of July 2008. Area of expertise and rank of appointment are open; salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful applicant should have obtained the Ph.D. when taking up the appointment, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in both research and teaching, at the undergraduate as well as graduate levels. The successful candidate will be instrumental in supporting and guiding the new graduate program as it grows within the context of a University at the global forefront of academic research and teaching at all levels and in all faculties.
Applications should include a full curriculum vitae, a plan of research, and samples of publications. These materials and three confidential letters of reference are to be sent to: Dr. R. Faber, Chair, Department of Classical Studies, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, N2L 3G1. Phone: 519-888-4567 x32817; E-mail: rfaber@uwaterloo.ca. Consideration of applications will begin on January 2, 2008. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority. The University of Waterloo encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, native peoples, and persons with disabilities. This appointment is subject to the availability of funds.
UNION COLLEGE – SCHENECTADY, NY (Two Positions)
POSITION ONE: The Department of Classics at Union College seeks to appoint a classicist for a two-year visiting appointment at the rank of assistant professor. This two-year appointment will begin in September 2008. The area of specialization is open, but we seek candidates with strong philological interests as well as a special area of research that could serve as the basis for interdisciplinary contributions to the curriculum more widely (examples include, but are not limited to, ancient technology, art, archaeology, science, women's studies, religion, ecology/environment). Teaching competencies must include ancient Greek and Latin at all undergraduate levels as well as general courses in translation (please let us know in your cover letter what courses in translation you would be especially interested in offering). Ph.D. must be in hand by August 2008. Visiting faculty are fully eligible for travel and research support, and our salaries are competitive. Further information about the department may be found at http://www.union.edu/PUBLIC/CLSDEPT/. Applicants should send a standard dossier, including cover letter, writing sample, c.v., and three letters of recommendation. The committee will interview selected applicants at the annual meeting of the APA in Chicago. Applicants should indicate whether or not they plan to attend this meeting, and how they may be contacted most easily, especially during the month of December. Applications should be directed to the attention of Hans-Friedrich Mueller, Department of Classics, Union College, Schenectady, New York, 12308. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2007, and will continue until the position is filled. Union College is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to student and workforce diversity.POSITION TWO: The Department of Classics at Union College seeks to appoint a philologist for a one-year visiting appointment at the rank of instructor or assistant professor. This is a one-year sabbatical replacement that will begin in September 2008. The area of specialization is open. Teaching competencies must include ancient Greek and Latin at all undergraduate levels as well as general courses in translation. Visiting faculty are fully eligible for travel and research support, and our salaries are competitive. For higher rank and salary, the Ph.D. must be in hand by August 2008. Further information about the department may be found at http://www.union.edu/PUBLIC/CLSDEPT/. Applicants should send a standard dossier, including cover letter, writing sample, c.v., and three letters of recommendation. The committee will interview selected applicants at the annual meeting of the APA in Chicago. Applicants should indicate whether or not they plan to attend this meeting, and how they may be contacted most easily, especially during the month of December. Applications should be directed to the attention of Hans-Friedrich Mueller, Department of Classics, Union College, Schenectady, New York, 12308. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2007, and will continue until the position is filled. Union College is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to student and workforce diversity.
AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CLASSICAL STUDIES AT ATHENS
The American School of Classical Studies at Athens invites applications and nominations for the position of Head Librarian of the Carl W. Blegen Library, a non-circulating library dedicated to the entire field of classical antiquity, with special emphasis on the language, literature, art, history and archaeology of Greece, with 90,000 volumes, ca. 700 print periodical subscriptions, and ca. 200 electronic subscriptions.Responsibilities include overseeing research collection; development, management, maintenance and preservation of library resources in both print and electronic formats; guidance and instruction for students, faculty, and visiting scholars in the use of print and electronic materials; budgeting; managing a staff of four FTE's, part time staff, and volunteers; working with colleagues at related research libraries in Greece and abroad; overseeing Library's web presence; thinking strategically to set future directions for the Library, and taking a leadership role in development of digital repository.
Requirements include ALA-accredited MLS; as a minimum BA in classics or classical archaeology, MA or PhD preferred; demonstrated skills and experience in relevant information technology, including its use and management, and possessing a comprehensive understanding of the technology-driven information environment; expertise in one of the disciplines of the Blegen's collection (classics, prehistoric and/or classical archaeology, history of ancient art); understanding of unique needs of a graduate research library and familiarity with current issues in academic librarianship; knowledge of best practices and current trends in managing academic libraries and serving library constituencies; excellent communication, computer, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Specific experience working with Ex Libris' Aleph highly desirable.
Salary commensurate with experience. Generous benefits package. Successful candidate will be expected to live and work in Athens, Greece.
Review of applications will begin February 22, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to Professor Susan Rotroff, Chair, Committee on Personnel, American School of Classical Studies at Athens, 6 - 8 Charlton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540-5232 or email application to ascsa@ascsa.org. ASCSA is an EO/AA employer. See website for detailed information: http://www.ascsa.edu.gr.
The American School of Classical Studies at Athens invites applicants with strengths in teaching and research and with proven experience in Greece for an appointment as Rhys Carpenter Faculty Fellow in Classical Studies. The appointment, which begins July 1, 2008, 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 are within seven years of having received the Ph.D. at the time of appointment and who currently hold a position 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. Approximately one-half time during the academic year (September through May) will be available for research, and one half-time will be devoted to teaching and related duties, such as leading field trips, advising and directing students in individual research, and planning the academic program. The Faculty Fellow will be expected to contribute generally to the intellectual life of the School. The applicant should provide a description of the research project which he or she intends to carry out at the School. Salary commensurate with experience; benefits and housing or housing allowance, at the discretion of the Executive Committee of the Managing Committee.
A letter of application, a curriculum vitae, project description (up to three pages in length), and three letters of recommendation should be sent to: Professor Susan I. Rotroff, 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. Web site: http://www.ascsa.edu.gr.
Postmark deadline: January 8, 2008. The appointment will be announced February 8, 2008, pending approval by the ASCSA Managing Committee.
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.
Directors of the Summer Sessions (Gertrude Smith Professors)
Term: Summer 2009.
Compensation: Stipend commensurate with rank: ranging from $6,500 to $8,000 plus travel and expenses.
Qualifications: Former membership in the School. At least two years’ teaching in a post-secondary educational institution. Qualified applicants in all areas of classics, including history, art history, languages, and archaeology, are encouraged to apply. Some knowledge of modern Greek. Stamina, good health and a sense of humor. Further information posted on the ASCSA web site: www.ascsa.edu.gr.
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 Christina A. Salowey, Hollins University, Department of Classical Studies, P.O. Box 9733, Roanoke, VA 24020-1733. Tel.: 540-362-6200; Fax: 540-362-6346; E-mail: csalowey@hollins.edu.
Postmark Deadline: January 15, 2008. The appointments will be announced by March 15, 2008.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.
POSITION THREE: Research Professorship - Malcolm H. Wiener Visiting Research Professor 2008-2009 at the Wiener Laboratory of the American School of Classical Studies at Athens.
Term: Early September to June 1, to coincide with the American School's academic year. It is expected that the applicant will maintain a physical presence at the Wiener Laboratory.
Compensation: Maximum $35,000 stipend for ten-month project. Waiver of School fees. Housing. Hotel and transportation on all Fall School trips and transportation on all winter Attica excursions. Meals as provided at Loring Hall (no additional meal allowance). Residence permit and office supplies.Qualifications: Postdoctoral scholars and professionals in fields relevant to the research interests of the Wiener Laboratory of the American School, including: physical anthropology, zooarchaeology, geoarchaeology and environmental sciences.
Application: a) Cover letter naming the applicant, current research interests, and title and brief description of the proposed research project. b) Statement (up to 3,500 words) of the proposed research project to be completed during the term of the professorship, including research goals, explicit methodology to be used and relevant bibliography, materials and collections to be studied, timetable and publication schedule, equipment/resources needed while at the Wiener Laboratory, and the reasons the project should occur in Athens at the Wiener Laboratory. c) Copies of permit(s) from relevant authorities and letters of permission from excavation or project directors to study proposed materials. d) One page description of proposed Wiener Laboratory contribution to the academic program. Candidates who can enrich the teaching mission of the School, by offering seminars, fieldtrips or other contributions, will be particularly welcome. e) Budget. Itemize in as much detail as possible, including living and research expenses. f) Curriculum vitae with list of publications. g) Two letters of reference from scholars in the field commenting on the value and feasibility of the project. Applications should be postmarked no later than November 15, 2007. Dr. Sherry C. Fox, Director, Wiener Laboratory, American School of Classical Studies at Athens, 54 Souidias Street, 106 76 Athens, GREECE e-mail: sfox@ascsa.edu.gr
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.
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY – TEMPE, AZ
The School of International Letters and Cultures at Arizona State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Classics, beginning Fall semester, August 16, 2008.Required qualifications: Ph.D. in Classics or closely related field is required by 8-16-08.
We are seeking a Hellenist to instruct undergraduate language and literature courses, including our introductory sequence and upper-level reading courses in ancient Greek. Strong evidence of an active research agenda is required, as well as experience in teaching classics and proof of superior teaching. Other duties may include mentoring students and professional service. Salary is highly competitive.
Closing date for applications: November 16, 2007.
Send letter of application, dossier including CV, teaching evaluations and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Robert Joe Cutter, Chair, School of International Letters and Cultures, Arizona State University, P.O. Box 870202, Tempe, AZ 85287.
Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Position is contingent on budgetary authorization. Background check is required for employment.
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA – TUCSON, AZ (Two Positions)
POSITION ONE: The Department of Classics at University of Arizona seeks to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 2008. The candidate must have a Ph.D. in hand in Classical Archaeology or related field with a preference for Bronze Age Archaeology. The candidate must also show evidence of developing a coherent plan for research and publication. Preference may be given to candidates with a record of excellence in teaching large enrollment courses such as Mediterranean archaeology and/or classical mythology as well as upper-level/graduate archaeology courses. Additional qualifications can include the ability to teach interdisciplinary courses in archaeological scientific methodologies including GIS, mapping, surveying, etc. Candidate must be willing to actively engage in mentoring students and in department service and to be an active, collegial member of the department. Salary and benefits are competitive. The position is open until filled, with the review of applications beginning November 1, 2007. Please send a cover letter, a CV, one syllabus, a writing sample (25pp.) and three letters of reference to: Chair, Archaeology Search Committee, University of Arizona, Department of Classics, PO Box 210105, Tucson, AZ 85721-0105. Interviews will be conducted at the AIA/APA Annual Meeting in Chicago in January, 2008.The University of Arizona is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of diversity among its faculty, staff and students. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about the Classics Department at the University of Arizona, please visit our website at http://www.coh.arizona.edu/classics/
POSITION TWO: The Department of Classics at the University of Arizona seeks to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor beginning August 2008. We are looking for a specialist in imperial age Latin literature with a particular interest in prose. The candidate is expected to teach beginning through advanced Greek and Latin and Classics courses in translation, as well as graduate courses. He or she is also expected to successfully teach large enrollment courses in mythology and the classical tradition. Candidate must also be willing to engage energetically in mentoring students and in departmental service and to be an active, collegial member of the department. The candidate must have Ph.D. in hand at the time of application and show evidence of both teaching experience and effectiveness and a developing, coherent research program. Salary and benefits are competitive. Please send a cover letter, CV, one syllabus and writing sample (25 pp.), and three letters of reference to Chair, Philology Search Committee, Department of Classics, LSB 203, P.O. Box 210105, The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ 85721-0105. We will hold interviews at the APA meeting in Chicago, January 2008. We will begin reading dossiers November 1, 2007, and the position will be open until filled. The University of Arizona is an equal opportunity employer; women and minorities are strongly urged to apply. For more information about the Department of Classics at the University of Arizona, please visit our website at http://www.coh.arizona.edu/classics/.
AUGUSTANA COLLEGE – SIOUX FALLS, SD
Augustana College invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position in Classics at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Religion, Philosophy, and Classics.Augustana College, a premier regional liberal arts college, i