APA/AIA PLACEMENT SERVICE
COMPLETE POSITIONS FOR CLASSICISTS AND ARCHAEOLOGISTS
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.
- Allegheny College
- American Council of Learned Societies
- American School of Classical Studies at Athens
- APA / Thesaurus Linguae Latinae
- Arizona State University
- Augustana College
- Ball State University
- Bard College
- Baylor University
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ALLEGHENY COLLEGE - MEADVILLE, PA
Classical Studies / Ancient History. The History Department and the Modern and Classical Languages Department at Allegheny College invite applications for an approved tenure track position in classical studies beginning fall 2002. The successful candidate will be expected to teach lower-level and upper-level courses in Roman and Greek history, language courses in Latin, and to participate in a college-wide freshmen/sophomore liberal studies program that emphasizes writing and speaking. Those able to teach an occasional course in classical philosophy are especially encouraged to apply. Teaching load at Allegheny includes three courses per semester. Allegheny College is a highly selective private liberal arts college with emphasis on teaching. Preliminary interviews will be conducted at either the American Philological Association Annual Meeting, or by video conferencing. Please send letter of application describing teaching and research interests, CV, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample by November 20, 2001 to Professors Barry Shapiro and Phillip Wolfe, Classical Studies Search Co-Chairs, Allegheny College, Box 138, 520 N. Main St. Meadville, PA 16335. Questions regarding this application can be directed to Prof. Shapiro at 814/332-4304 or bshapiro@allegheny.edu. EOE. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
AMERICAN COUNCIL OF LEARNED SOCIETIES - NEW YORK, NY
The ACLS invites nominations for the position of President (Chief Executive Officer), duties to begin in 2003. A well-established scholar-teacher in higher education, with pertinent leadership and administrative experience, a broad awareness of the conditions shaping scholarship and education, and a willingness to undertake fundraising activities, is sought.
A non-profit organization founded in 1919 whose headquarters are in New York City, ACLS is a federation of 64 national learned organizations in the humanities and social sciences and is the preeminent private humanities organization in the U.S. The purpose of the Council, as set forth in its constitution, is "the advancement of humanistic studies in all fields of learning in the humanities and social sciences and the maintenance and strengthening of relations among national societies devoted to such studies."
The review of nominations and applications will begin on May 15 and will continue until the position is filled. Letters of nomination or application should be mailed to Professors Neil Rudenstine and Sandra Barnes, Search Committee Co-Chairs, American Council of Learned Societies, 228 East 45th Street, New York, NY 10017; web address: http://www.acls.org.
ACLS is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
The American School of Classical Studies at Athens - Athens, Greece (Five Positions)
POSITION ONE: The American School of Classical Studies at Athens invites applicants with strengths in research and teaching and with proven experience in Greece for an appointment to its teaching staff in Athens. The appointment, which begins July 1, 2002, is for a one- or two-year term and is not renewable. Candidates must have the Ph.D. Preference will be given to those who hold the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor at a North American University. The area of specialization is open; however, the School does not wish to duplicate, but rather to complement the expertise of its staff. Applicants should be prepared to lead field trips, advise and direct students in individual research, and generally contribute to the intellectual life of the School. Salary commensurate with experience; benefits and housing allowance.
A letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation should be addressed to Professor Carol Lawton, Chair, Committee on Personnel, American School of Classical Studies at Athens, 6-8 Charlton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540 and be received in Princeton by December 14, 2001. ASCSA is an EO/AA employer.
POSITIONS TWO AND THREE: Elizabeth A. Whitehead Visiting Professors. Term: Early September 2003, to June 1, 2004. Compensation: $18,000, plus round-trip airfare, housing and board at the School.
Qualifications: Managing Committee Member or staff member at a Cooperating Institution; a research project which utilizes the facilities of the School and enriches the academic program of the School.
Duties: None. (Whitehead Professors, however, traditionally make use of the opportunity which their presence at the School affords to offer a seminar during the winter term on the subject of their expertise.)
Application: a) Curriculum vitae, list of publications, and names of three referees; b) Statement of current and projected research; c) One page description of proposed seminar; d) Account of the frequency and length of earlier visits to Greece.
Send application to: Professor Carol Lawton, Chair, Committee on Personnel, American School of Classical Studies at Athens, 6-8 Charlton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540-5232. Tel: 609-683-0800; Fax: 609-924-0578. E-mail: ascsa@ascsa.org. Website: www.ascsa.org. Postmark deadline: January 15, 2002. The appointments will be announced March 15, 2002.
The American School of Classical Studies at Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, sexual orientation, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, or disability when considering admission to any form of membership or application for employment
POSITIONS FOUR AND FIVE: Directors of the Summer Sessions (Gertrude Smith Professors). Term: Summer 2003. Compensation: Stipend commensurate with rank, ranging from $4,500 to $6,000 plus travel and expenses.
Qualifications: Former membership in the School; at least two years' teaching in a post-secondary educational institution; full training in Classics with some knowledge of classical archaeology and modern Greek, and stamina, good health, and a sense of humor.
Duties: To plan the itinerary, in consultation with the staff in Athens, at least six months prior to the session; to collaborate with the Committee on the Summer Sessions in membership selection; to correspond with members concerning travel, equipment, academic requirements, etc.; to supervise all aspects of the program in Greece, including teaching, coordinating with on-site expert lecturers, keeping a detailed log of the sessions, and submitting a report to the Director.
Application: A letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of support should be sent to: Professor Michael Hoff, University of Nebraska, Department of Art and Art History, Nelle Cochrane Woods Hall, Lincoln, NE 68588-0114. Postmark deadline: January 15, 2002. The appointments will be announced by March 15, 2002.
The American School of Classical Studies at Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, sexual orientation, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, or disability when considering admission to any form of membership or application for employment
The American School of Classical Studies at Athens invites applicants with strengths in research and teaching and with proven experience in Greece for an appointment to its teaching staff in Athens. The appointment, which begins July 1, 2002, is for a one- or two-year term and is not renewable. Candidates must have the PhD. Preference will be given to those who hold the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor at a North American University. The area of specialization is open; however, the School does not wish to duplicate, but rather to complement the expertise of its staff. Applicants should be prepared to lead field trips, advise and direct students in individual research, and generally contribute to the intellectual life of the School. Salary commensurate with experience; benefits and housing allowance provided.
A letter of application, CV, and three letters of recommendation should be addressed to Professor Carol Lawton, Chair of the Personnel Committee, American School of Classical Studies at Athens, 6-8 Charlton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540 and be received in Princeton by December 14, 2001.
The ASCSA is an EEO/AA employer.
American Philological Association - Thesaurus Linguae Latinae
The American Philological Association invites applications for a one-year fellowship, tenable from July 2002 through June 2003, with the possibility of renewal for one additional year, which will enable an American scholar to participate in the work of the Thesaurus Linguae Latinae Institute in Munich. Fellows at the TLL develop a broadened perspective of the range and complexity of the Latin language and culture from the classical period through the early Middle Ages, contribute signed articles to the Thesaurus, have the opportunity to participate in a collaborative international research project, and work with senior scholars in the field of Latin lexicography. The fellowship carries a stipend in the amount of $31,500 and is made possible in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Applicants must be United States citizens or permanent residents, already have the Ph.D., or anticipate the award of the degree by July 1, 2002. The fellowship offers valuable experience for scholars in a variety of specialties (e.g., Latin language and literature, Roman law, Roman history, the literature of early Christianity); although it is not limited to individuals working in Latin philology, applicants should possess a thorough familiarity with and a special interest in the Latin language. It is anticipated that applicants will already have a reading knowledge of German and will be willing to work toward proficiency in spoken German. Further details will be sent to applicants upon request. Women and members of minority groups underrepresented in Classics are particularly encouraged to apply.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a statement of what benefits the applicant expects to derive from the Fellowship for his/her research and teaching, and the names of three referees, whom the applicant should ask to send supporting letters to the Executive Director without further notice. Candidates will be considered by the APA's TLL Fellowship Committee, which serves as the selection committee. The committee will choose a short-list of candidates to be invited for interview at the Annual Meeting in January 2002 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and the name of the successful candidate will be announced shortly thereafter. Application deadline: November 15, 2001.
Applications should be sent to: Dr. Adam D. Blistein, Executive Director, American Philological Association, 292 Logan Hall, University of Pennsylvania, 249 S. 36th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6304. For additional information about the Fellowship, contact the Chairperson of the APA's TLL Fellowship Committee, Prof. Patrick Sinclair, Dept of Classics 121-HOB2, University of California, Irvine, CA 92697-2000; tel: 949-824-5831; e-mail: pjsincla@uci.edu.
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY - TEMPE, AZ
LECTURER OF LATIN: 1-year appointment, starting August 16, 2002, annually renewable depending on performance and funding.
REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. by August 16, 2002 in Latin or Classical Languages, experience in teaching college-level Latin.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Teach four lower-division Latin courses each semester; coordinate lower-division Latin program; serve as community liaison for Classical Studies at Arizona State University by meeting with local high school Latin programs and organizing participation in the ASU Language Fair in the spring semester. Submit cover letter, academic transcripts, CV, 3 letters of recommendation, complete sets of teaching evaluations from two Latin language courses, and one example of a lower-level Latin exam prepared by the applicant to: Dr. Deborah Losse, Chair, Dept. of Languages and Literatures, Arizona State University, P.O. Box 870202, Tempe, AZ 85287-0202. Application materials postmarked by April 1, 2002 will be given priority; later applications will be reviewed every two weeks thereafter until the position is filled. Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
AUGUSTANA COLLEGE - ROCK ISLAND, IL
The Department of Classics is authorized to appoint a tenure-track Assistant Professor (with Ph.D. by 9/01/02) or (if A.B.D.) Instructor. The annual number of courses (quarter calendar) is 2-3-2. The research specialization is open. What matters most is the ability to teach--imaginatively, designedly, engagingly--a broad, flexible, and innovative array of undergraduate courses. These include, at one point or another, all undergraduate levels of Greek and Latin, the main genres of Classical literature in translation, and introductions to Greek and Roman history. A commitment to teaching two courses (of the 2-3-2) in English composition, with experienced support, is integral to the position. We further look for interest in teaching in collaborative structures and in off-campus programs at sites in Europe and around the Mediterranean basin.
Please send questions by e-mail to Professor Thomas Banks, Department Chair: clbanks@augustana.edu.
Please send an application as described below. Review of applications begins January 15, 2002.
Augustana is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America. Augustana is an E.O. employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, graduate school transcript, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Richard Jurasek, Dean of the College, Augustana College, 639 38th Street, Rock Island, IL 61201-2296. Visit us at www.augustana.edu.
BALL STATE UNIVERSITY - MUNCIE, IN
Assistant Professor of Classics - Department of Modern Languages and Classics. One year, full-time contract position available August 16, 2002, for the academic year with possibility of reappointment. Responsibilities: teaching in classics and related areas, including introductory and upper division courses; engaging in scholarly activity. Normal teaching load is 12 hours each semester. Minimum qualifications: ABD in discipline; at least one years' teaching experience, particularly in Latin, Greek, or introductory Classical Civilization, mythology, or etymology; research promise expected. Preferred qualifications: Ph.D. in discipline; generalist; evidence of successful teaching. Competitive salary.
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Ronald Warner, Chair, Department of Modern Languages and Classics, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (http://www.bsu.edu).
Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.
BARD COLLEGE - ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, NY (Two Positions)
POSITION ONE: Ancient Historian. Bard College is seeking an ancient historian, or a classicist working on historical issues, for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, pending approval. We seek someone who can help expand a growing program in ancient history, and who can also contribute courses in Greek and Latin. Prefer Ph.D. in hand with some teaching experience, but ABD's will be considered. Above all candidates should show breadth of interest, ability to connect their particular specialization with other areas of Classics and with other disciplines, and commitment to the goals of a liberal-arts college. Applications, including a C.V., at least three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample of up to 30 pages, should be sent so as to reach us by December 10th. Please send materials to: Professor Mark Lytle, Chair of History Program, c/o Human Resources, Bard College, P.O. Box 5000, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504. AA/EOE.
POSITION TWO: Assistant Professor of Latin Literature. Bard College is seeking an Assistant Professor of Latin Literature to fill a two-year non-renewable position. We hope to find someone to teach a full range of courses in Greek and Latin languages, to fashion courses in translation which reach out to non-Classics students, and to contribute to a First Year Seminar program which features a broadly-conceived humanities curriculum. Please send a cover letter, resume, and letters of reference, to arrive before December 10th, to: James Romm, Chair of Classics, c/o Human Resources, Bard College, P.O. Box 5000, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504. AA/EOE.
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY - WACO, TX
Baylor University, Department of Classics, invites applications for a one-year replacement position at the rank of Lecturer beginning August 2002. The teaching assignment may include instruction in both languages at the beginning through advanced levels, as well as energetic involvement in the Department's academic community. The person appointed will be expected to engage students actively and intellectually both in and out of the classroom. The Classics major at Baylor is philologically based, emphasizing a significant quantity of reading in the primary languages. Serious applicants should have a demonstrable record of outstanding teaching and show strong scholarly potential. Baylor is a Baptist university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, Baylor encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply. Dossiers should include cover letter, c.v., at least three letters of reference, and a representative writing sample, such as off-prints or dissertation chapter. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, your application should be completed by July 01, 2002. Initial interviews will be conducted by telephone. Applications should be addressed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classics, Baylor University, P.O. Box 97352, Waco, TX 76798. Telephone (254) 710-1399, Fax (254) 710-1367. E-mail: John_Thorburn@baylor.edu
Baylor University, Department of Classics, invites applications for a one-year replacement position at the rank of Lecturer beginning August 2002. The teaching assignment may include instruction in both languages at the beginning through advanced levels, as well as energetic involvement in the Department's academic community. The person appointed will be expected to engage students actively and intellectually both in and out of the classroom. The Classics major at Baylor is philologically based, emphasizing a significant quantity of reading in the primary languages. Serious applicants should have a demonstrable record of outstanding teaching and show strong scholarly potential. Baylor is a Baptist university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, Baylor encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply. Dossiers should include cover letter, c.v., at least three letters of reference, and a representative writing sample, such as off-prints or dissertation chapter. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, your application should be completed by April 15, 2002. Initial interviews will be conducted by telephone. Applications should be addressed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classics, Baylor University, P.O. Box 97352, Waco, TX 76798. Telephone (254) 710-1399, Fax (254) 710-1367. E-mail: John_Thorburn@baylor.edu
Baylor University, Department of Classics, invites applications for Assistant Professor (tenure track) beginning August 1, 2002. Applicants with specialization in post-Augustan poetry and/or prose will be given especial consideration. The teaching load is likely to include instruction in both languages at the beginning through advanced levels, for the Classics major at Baylor is philologically based, emphasizing a significant quantity of reading in the primary languages. Serious applicants should have a demonstrable record of outstanding teaching and show strong scholarly potential. The successful candidate will be expected to participate vigorously in a large department's academic community by intellectually engaging students both in and out of the classroom. Baylor is a Baptist university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, and applicants should be comfortable with Baylor's Christian identity. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, Baylor encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply. Dossiers should include cover letter, c.v., at least three letters of reference, evidence of teaching ability, and a representative writing sample, such as off-prints or a dissertation chapter. Applications will be reviewed beginning January 15, 2002 and will be accepted until the position is filled. Initial interviews will be conducted by telephone beginning in February. To ensure full consideration of your application, the application should be completed no later than February 20, 2002. Applications should be addressed to John Thorburn, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classics, Baylor University, P.O. Box 97352, Waco, TX 76798. Telephone: (254) 710-1399, Fax (254) 710-1367; email address: John_Thorburn@baylor.edu. Website: http://www.baylor.edu/classics/.
BOSTON UNIVERSITY - BOSTON, MA
Classical Archaeology. The Department of Archaeology at Boston University seeks an archaeologist of the Greco-Roman world at the Assistant Professor level. The most appropriate candidates will have experience in multi-disciplinary field research and commitment to excellence in teaching. Ph.D. is required; tenure-track appointment effective September 1, 2002. Send a current vita and names and addresses of at least three referees to Professor James Wiseman, Boston University, Department of Archaeology, 675 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215 by November 1, 2001.
Boston University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
BOWDOIN COLLEGE - BRUNSWICK, ME (Three Positions)
Bowdoin College, a private, undergraduate, coeducational institution, invites applications for a two-year, non-renewable position in the Department of Classics at the Assistant Professor or Instructor level beginning Fall 2002. Ph.D. preferred, but A.B.D. will be considered. Field of specialization is open. Candidates should demonstrate potential for excellence as teachers and scholars. Teaching responsibilities will include five courses annually, at all levels of Greek and Latin languages and literatures from introductory through advanced; at least one of the five courses each year will be on a topic in translation, ideally in an area of special interest to the candidate. Such topics might include: mythology; social history; Roman law; literature in translation; gender and sexuality in antiquity. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2001. A letter of application, curriculum vitae and three letters of reference should be submitted to: Professor James Higginbotham, Chair, Department of Classics, Bowdoin College, 7600 College Station, Brunswick, ME 04011-8476. Bowdoin College is committed to Equal Opportunity through Affirmative Action. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Further information about the Department can be found at http://academic.bowdoin.edu/classics/.
Two tenure track positions in Women's Studies beginning August 2002. We expect to hire at the assistant professor level but are open to an appointment at associate or full professor for one of the two positions. These two positions will support the core of our Women's Studies Program that now has over 30 faculty members teaching courses in it. The two positions will ideally complement one another in disciplinary perspective (one in social science and one in humanities) and in terms of location of inquiry (U.S.-based and global). Both positions require a firm grounding in women's studies and feminist theory. The faculty in these positions will be responsible for teaching in rotation the introductory women's studies course, feminist theory, a senior level capstone course for majors, and courses in their own areas of expertise. Bowdoin College (http://www.bowdoin.edu) is a small, liberal arts college with highly motivated students, a two-course teaching load per semester, and support for serious scholarly engagement by faculty.
Ph.D. prior to appointment preferred. Candidates for these positions should demonstrate the potential for excellent teaching and scholarship and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and students in an interdisciplinary program. To apply, please submit a cover letter that includes courses one would be interested in teaching, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, examples of published research or works in progress, and evidence of teaching effectiveness to Rachel Connelly, Director Women's Studies Program, Bowdoin College, 7100 College Station, Brunswick, ME 04011. No electronic submissions. Applications received prior to October 15th will receive full consideration. Bowdoin College is committed to equal opportunity through affirmative action. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.
BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY - BOWLING GREEN, OH
The Classical Studies section of the Department of Romance Languages at Bowling Green State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in Classical Studies. A generalist, Ph.D., is sought with an ability to teach three sections per semester of Latin, Greek, or Classical Civilization courses at all undergraduate levels. Scholarly productivity and participation in service activities required. Must demonstrate understanding of curricular trends / innovations in Classics; excellence in teaching; evidence of scholarly potential; and commitment to research. The salary is competitive with full benefits. Start date: August 2002. Send letter of application, full curriculum vitae, three current (year 2001) letters of recommendation, and transcripts to Classics Search Committee, Department of Romance Languages, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403. Applications must be postmarked by November 30, 2001. Electronic and fax applications cannot be considered. Direct questions to Dr. Philip S. Peek (419) 372-2468; fax (419) 372-7332. BGSU is an AA/EO institution. http://www.bgsu.edu.
BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY - WALTHAM, MA
The Department of Classical Studies at Brandeis University invites applications for the teaching of two courses in Classical Art and Archaeology in the Spring term, 2002. Both meet for 80 minutes on Tuesday and Friday. Typical enrollments are from 35-50 students.
The first course, CLAS/FA 134, is a slide lecture survey of the art and archaeology of Ancient Rome which covers the material remains of Rome from the founding of the city to the end of the Empire. Pompeii, Herculaneum, Ostia, and various cities in the provinces are also considered in some detail.
The second course, called "Topics in Greek and Roman Art and Archaeology" (CLAS/FA 145), is a more intimate, interactive lecture course, with topics changing every spring from Greek to Roman. A Greek topic is scheduled for the Spring of 2002. A selection of recent course titles for CLAS/FA 145 includes: "Greeks in the Bronze Age," "Gender and Sexuality in Ancient Greek Art," "Greek Cities and Sanctuaries," and "Greek Mythology through Vase Painting." There would be considerable freedom for the successful candidate to teach a Greek topic from his or her expertise. Likewise, the Roman survey course can be tailored to the candidate's concept and expertise.
Candidates should be A.B.D. or hold a Ph.D. in Classics (Latin and Greek languages and literatures), Classical Art and Archaeology, or in Ancient Art History. Candidates with teaching experience and evidence of teaching ability are preferred. Please send your curriculum vitae and a letter of application, which outlines your research interests and publications, teaching experience to date, the names of two referees, and what you would propose as a curriculum for these two courses to: Prof. Leonard Muellner, Chair, Dept. of Classical Studies, M.S. 016, Brandeis University, P.O. Box 9110, Waltham, MA 02454-9110. The deadline for applications is October 15, 2001.
Brandeis University is an Equal Opportunity Emplopyer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Brigham Young University - Provo, UT
Classical Studies - Greek Literature. The Department of Humanities, Classics, and Comparative Literature has clearance to fill one two-year replacement (possible renewal), beginning Fall 2002. Requirements: PhD in Classical Studies completed before June 2002 and teaching experience at university level. Expectations: 3/2 or 2/3 course load with optional spring/summer teaching adding 18% salary, consisting of Greek courses from elementary to senior level, plus lecture courses in the university's Classical Tradition course; productive scholarship; limited committee work. BYU is a national leader in language pedagogy. An equal opportunity employer, the university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, Veteran status, or against qualified individuals with disabilities. All faculty are required to abide by the standards of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Preference is given to members in good standing of the sponsoring Church. Send letter and c.v. to: Roger T. Macfarlane, Chair, Department of Classics, 3010 JKHB, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602. Dossiers and samples of writing will be requested from those whose candidacy the Department would like to pursue. Application postmark deadline: 15 December 2001.
BROCK UNIVERSITY - ST. CATHARINES, ONTARIO, CANADA
The Department of Classics at Brock University invites applications for a probationary (tenure-track) appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective July 1, 2002. It is subject to budgetary approval.
We seek a scholar who has a keen interest in teaching Classical Greek language and Greek literature-in-translation and a strong research commitment to Greek literature or history, and who will also contribute to the rest of the Classics mandate as described below. Candidates must have the Ph.D. or provide evidence that they will have it before the appointment begins. Other qualifications are demonstrated high achievement in undergraduate teaching, published work and evidence of continuing research.
The Classics Department normally consists of six faculty members teaching a variety of courses towards pass and honours degrees in Classical Studies, Classical Languages (Greek and Latin at all levels), and Ancient Art and Archaeology (but including the languages.) Besides these major programs, we also offer introductory courses in mythology and in civilization to satisfy a general requirement, and first-year language courses to satisfy a language requirement.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed in the first instance to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Brock University is committed to a positive action policy aimed a reducing gender imbalance in faculty; qualified women and men are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for applications is December 14, 2001. Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and any other supporting material, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to: Professor Richard Parker, Chair, Department of Classics, Brock University, St. Catharines, Ontario L2S 3A1 Canada. Fax: 905-688-2789. More information on Brock University may be found on the University's web site: http://www.brocku.ca.
Professor David W. Rupp of the Department of Classics will be attending the APA/AIA meetings in Philadelphia, and will be happy to answer questions about this position.
Brown University - PROVIDENCE, RI
Assistant Professor of Comparative Literature. Three-year contract beginning July 2002, tenure track. Applicants must have the Ph.D. (or expect it very soon) and must possess international comparatist qualifications i.e., expertise in cross-cultural analysis as well as professional linguistic competence for advanced scholarship and teaching in several major literatures. Teaching experience, a strong commitment to teaching excellence, and a record or compelling promise of research and publication are required. Preference for, but not limited to, the areas of Classics, modern European, modern Latin American. Teaching load: two courses (totaling 6 hours) per semester. Salary will be competitive. Send application letter, CV, writing sample (20-25 pages), graduate transcripts, and three or more recent letters of recommendation to: Charles Auger, Office Manager, Brown University, Department of Comparative Literature, 20 Manning Walk, Box E, Providence, RI 02912. Postmark deadline is November 16 for application letter, CV, and writing sample. Rest of materials need to arrive by December 1. Applications will be acknowledged by a letter. Interviews at the MLA convention in New Orleans. Brown University is an EEO/AA employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
BRYN MAWR COLLEGE - BRYN MAWR, PA
1Post-doctoral Fellowship in the Humanities. One-year fellowship for a specialist in Archaeology, Classics, or History of Art. Appointment as Lecturer at the rank of Assistant Professor; teach one course each semester. Applicants must have received the Ph.D. in 1997 or later; applications are especially encouraged from those who have been teaching three years or more. This fellowship offers the opportunity to complete a major publication using the resources of the Rhys Carpenter Library. Fellows also will be welcome to participate in one or more of Bryn Mawr's four interdisciplinary Centers for 21st Century Inquiry. Send letter of application, c.v., description of publication project, statement of teaching interests, and three letters of reference to: Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Canaday Library, Bryn Mawr College, 101 N. Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 (fax 610-526-5076; e-mail dkinney@brynmawr.edu). Deadline: March 15, 2002. Bryn Mawr is a liberal arts college for women with coeducational graduate programs in the humanities, natural sciences, and social work. Bryn Mawr College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
2) Bryn Mawr College. The Department of Greek, Latin and Classical Studies announces a tenure-track opening in Latin literature at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, the appointment to be taken up in August 2002. The position will involve the teaching of Latin at all levels, undergraduate and graduate, in addition to courses in Greek, classical culture and society. Applications from those with special interests in art and material culture, social history or late antiquity will be especially welcome. Application materials, complete with writing samples and three current letters of reference, should be addressed to Professor R.T. Scott, Chair, Department of Greek, Latin, and Classical Studies, Bryn Mawr College, North Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010. Telephone: 610-526-5198; e-mail: dscott@brynmawr.edu. Application deadline is December 10, 2001. The departmental search committee expects to conduct some interviews at the annual APA/AIA meeting in Philadelphia in early January 2002.
Bryn Mawr College is an exceptional liberal arts college for women with coeducational graduate programs in sciences, some humanities, and social work. The college supports faculty excellence in both teaching and research, and provides a rigorous education in the context of a diverse and pluralistic scholarly community. Located 11 miles west of Philadelphia, Bryn Mawr participates in consortial programs with the University of Pennsylvania, Haverford and Swarthmore Colleges. Bryn Mawr is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer
3) Bryn Mawr College. The Department of Greek, Latin and Classical Studies announces a tenure-track opening in Latin literature at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, the appointment to be taken up in August 2002. The position will involve the teaching of Latin at all levels, undergraduate and graduate, in addition to courses in Greek, classical culture and society. Applications from those with special interests in art and material culture, social history or late antiquity will be especially welcome. Applications should be addressed to Professor R.T. Scott, chair of the department, and must be complete with writing samples and three current letters of reference by December 10, 2001. The departmental search committee expects to conduct some interviews at the annual APA/AIA meeting in Philadelphia in early January 2002.
Bryn Mawr College is an exceptional liberal arts college for women with coeducational graduate programs in sciences, some humanities, and social work. The college supports faculty excellence in both teaching and research, and provides a rigorous education in the context of a diverse and pluralistic scholarly community. Located 11 miles west of Philadelphia, Bryn Mawr participates in consortial programs with the University of Pennsylvania, Haverford and Swarthmore Colleges. Bryn Mawr is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY - LEWISBURG, PA
1) Bucknell University. The department of classics seeks applications for two one-year leave replacement positions at the rank of visiting assistant professor to begin in late August 2002. Responsibilities will be three courses each semester. Applicants should be broadly trained generalists with a specialization either in Latin language and literature or Greek language and literature. Priority will be given to applicants with the ability to teach courses in mythology, drama, or Roman civilization. Bucknell is a private, highly selective, comprehensive university located in picturesque central Pennsylvania, convenient to Baltimore, Washington, Philadelphia and New York. Ph.D. preferred; ABD will be considered. Undergraduate teaching experience preferred. Send complete dossier (including letters of recommendation and evidence of teaching performance) by December 7, 2001 to Janet Jones, Chair, Department of Classics, Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA 17837. (jjones@bucknell.edu / 570-577-1624) Interviews will be conducted at the APA/AIA Annual Meetings in Philadelphia. Bucknell University encourages applications from women and members of minority groups (EEO/AA).
2) Christian A. Johnson Chair in Comparative Humanities. Bucknell invites qualified candidates to apply for a new five-year term Chair in its interdisciplinary studies program, Comparative Humanities. This tenure track appointment at the assistant or associate professor level will help lead the program, a new undergraduate major that incorporates and expands upon an established course sequence and program in Western humanities.
The Christian A. Johnson Chair in Comparative Humanities will have a teaching responsibility of two courses per semester, receive a research stipend on an annual basis, and have access to program funding. The successful candidate will possess the Ph.D. and have established a research program in an area of Classical humanism involving texts in Greek and Latin and in a period of study that is self-conscious of Greco-Roman models and ideals. Such a candidate will also be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and an interest in collaborative program development and consensus building. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2001, and continue until the position is filled for an August 2002 start date. The complete application should include a letter explaining the candidate's qualifications and central interests in the position; curriculum vitae; three letters of reference: graduate program transcript; and evidence of teaching ability.
Send materials to James Rice, Search Committee Chair, Christian A. Johnson Chair in Comparative Humanities, Marts Hall, Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA 17837. Telephone: 570-577-3655. Interviews may be hald at the American Philological Association Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA in January, 2002.
Bucknell University encourages applications from women and members of minority groups (EEO/AA).
California State University - Fresno, CA
California State University, Fresno, announces a tenure-track position in Classics and Humanities starting Fall 2002. The successful candidate will be expected to teach Greek and Latin at all levels; literature in translation and humanities courses; and participate in Classical Studies activities. Specific assignments will be dependent on department needs. Other responsibilities include scholarly research and publication, working with students, possible thesis committee work, and service at all levels of university governance. The candidate may be called upon to teach in a distance-learning mode.
Qualifications: Earned doctorate (PhD) in Classics or Comparative Literature (Greek, Latin, and English literatures) is required for appointment to tenure-track position. ABD candidates may be considered for a lectureship (temporary) position with the possibility of conversion to a tenure-track position.
Candidates are expected to demonstrate a potential for or commitment to teaching excellence and scholarly activity at the university level. Proven teaching aptitude and/or classroom experience in introductory Latin, introductory Greek, upper-division Greek and Latin authors (both literary and historical), literature in translation, ancient mythology, as well as introductory surveys in the humanities of the Western world and specialized humanities courses in classical Greece in Rome, is preferred. AA/EOE 10/8/01
Correspondence, applications, and confidential papers should be sent to: Dr. Victor Hanson, Committee Chair, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, California State University, Fresno, 2320 East San Ramon Avenue M/S-EE96, Fresno, CA 93740-8030. Phone: 559-278-2386; Fax: 559-278-7878; E-mail: victor_hanson@csufresno.edu.
To ensure full consideration, applicants are encouraged to have all application information on file by November 5, 2001.
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY - LONG BEACH, CA
Assistant Professor of Classics (Approved tenure-track position) with a specialization in Classical Archaeology effective August 26, 2002. Minimum qualifications include Ph.D. in Classical Archaeology or Classics, specialization in archaeology of ancient Greece, ability to teach undergraduate courses in classical archaeology, Greek and Roman civilization and at least one classical language, potential scholarship leading to publication, ability to provide students with archaeology field experience, ability to communicate effectively with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Preferred qualifications include: (1) sub specialization(s) in archaeology of Rome, Etruria, ancient Egypt and / or the Near East; (2) ability to teach general education courses, develop curriculum, teach writing through the curriculum, integrate computer technology into the classroom, contribute to faculty governance, and perform student mentoring.
Duties include teaching areas of specialization, engaging in scholarly activity leading to publication, developing student fieldwork opportunities and participation in department, university and community service. Salary commensurate with training and experience. Range: $47,000 - $55,000. Position open until filled; review of applications begins December 3rd. Address applications, documentation and / or requests for information to: Dr. Charles Jernigan, Chair, Dept. of Comparative Literature and Classics, California State University, Long Beach, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90840-2404. E-mail: Jernigan@csulb.edu. Telephone: 562-985-4239. An EEO/AA employer.
Carleton College - NORTHFIELD, MN
Mellon Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellowship. Two-year teaching fellowship available for candidate with Ph.D. in Classical Languages (received less than five years ago) to begin September, 2002. Appointment involves half-time teaching (one course in each of three ten-week terms) and half-time for research and writing. Stipend plus benefits.
Carleton is a selective liberal arts college with 1,850 students located 45 miles south of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Carleton is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities strongly encouraged to apply.
Send letter of application with a description of courses you might like to teach and research plans for the next two years, c.v., three recent letters of reference and graduate transcripts to: Professor Clara Hardy, Chair, Department of Classical Languages, Carleton College, One North College Street, Northfield, MN 55057. Deadline: January 2, 2002.
Case Western Reserve University - Cleveland, OH
The Department of Classics invites applications for a one-year position (with possibility of renewal for an additional year) for the academic year 2002-3 at the level of visiting assistant professor or full time lecturer. We are looking for an inspiring instructor to teach intermediate Greek and Latin as well Greek and Roman civilization. Please send application, curriculum vitae and three letters of evaluation, sent DIRECTLY by the evaluators, to Prof. Martin Helzle, Chair, Department of Classics, 10900 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106-7111 by March 15, 2002. CWRU is a major research university located in University Circle, Cleveland's cultural center. CWRU is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunities Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
THE COLORADO COLLEGE - COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
The Department of Classics invites applications for a full time one year sabbatical replacement to cover the Spring of 2002-2003 and the Fall of 2003-2004 at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor. Ph.D. in hand or in prospect, teaching experience and undergraduate liberal arts college education welcomed. The Colorado College Classics program is both disciplinary and interdisciplinary, with a number of creatively-conceived courses in translation cross-listed in history, philosophy, religion and women studies. Field of expertise and specialty is open. Teaching responsibilities to include 6 or 7 blocks of courses chosen from the following: beginning and intermediate courses in ancient Greek and Latin languages, archaeology, comparative literature, drama, historiography, mythology, philosophy, and primary source classes in classical civilization. Candidates should consider the excitement of teaching intensive seminar and language classes at a vibrant liberal arts college with inquiring, bright students foremost when they think of applying for this position.
Colorado College is committed to increasing the diversity of the college community. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are particularly encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths or experiences in this area. The Colorado College welcomes members of all groups and reaffirms its commitment not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability or sexual orientation.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The committee will begin reviewing applications as soon as they are received. Please submit personal statement, vita, transcripts and letters of recommendation to: Professor Marcia D-S. Dobson, Chair, Classics Department, Colorado College, Colorado Springs, CO. 80903. E-mail: mdobson@coloradocollege.edu.
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY - NEW YORK, NY
Art Historian, Columbia University, Art History and Archaeology of the Ancient Near East. The Department of Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University announces the continuation of its search in Ancient Near Eastern art and archaeology (the Porada Chair) at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates are expected to demonstrate strength in art historical methods, have field experience and an interest in archaeological excavation, and be competent in the ancient languages, as required by research. Please send letter of interest, curriculum vitæ, including e-mail address, and three letters of reference to Professors Richard Brilliant and Robin Middleton, co-chairs of the Ancient Near Eastern Search Committee, Department of Art History and Archaeology, Columbia University, Mail Code 5517, 1190 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, New York, 10027. Application screening will begin January 15, 2002 with the objective of an appointment in place for the 2002/3 academic year. Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
The Department of Classics at Columbia University has been authorized to make an appointment at the level of assistant professor, beginning in Fall 2002, with specialization in Latin literature. Applicants will be expected to teach a wide range of courses at all linguistic levels (elementary to graduate). We are particularly interested in applicants with a specialization in Roman comedy or historiography, but we welcome applications from specialists in any field of Latin literature. The person appointed will also be expected to teach regularly in the Columbia College core curriculum. Scholarly promise and evidence of excellence in teaching will be expected. Columbia University does not have a formal tenure-track system, but in accordance with the department's long-term plan, we anticipate that a tenured position will be available for an outstanding non-tenured Latinist.
Applications, including a curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation, should be sent to Professor Gareth Williams, Chair, Department of Classics, Columbia University, 617 Hamilton Hall, Mail Code 2861, 1130 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10027, to arrive by November 9, 2001. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed at the APA meeting. Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages applications from women and minorities.
CORNELL COLLEGE - MOUNT VERNON, IA
Cornell College, a private undergraduate liberal arts college with a unique academic calendar in which students study one course at a time in month-long terms, invites applications for a part-time appointment for the 2002-03 academic year to teach either one, two, or all three of the following courses: Epic Tradition (October 28 - November 20, 2002), Beginning Latin I (November 25 - December 20, 2002), and Beginning Latin II (February 3 - 26, 2003). Master's degree required; ABD and some college teaching experience preferred. Cornell College is committed to excellence in teaching and encourages interdisciplinary interests among its faculty. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, three letters of recommendation, and record of teaching excellence to Ms. Ann Opatz, Assistant to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Cornell College, 600 First Street West, Mount Vernon, Iowa 52314-1098. Consideration of applications begins June 24th and will continue until the position is filled. Cornell College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minority candidates.
CORNELL UNIVERSITY - ITHACA, NY
ROMAN HISTORY The Cornell Departments of Classics and History have a temporary one-year position at the rank of visiting assistant professor for academic year 2002-2003 in the area of Roman history. Qualifications include a strong background in Latin language and literature. Evidence of a completed Ph.D. thesis is required (this evidence may take the form of a letter from the supervisor). The appointee will be expected to teach 4 courses, one of which will be a one-semester survey of Roman History; a second course may be an upper level/graduate course on a Roman historical author or topic; the two remaining courses will be intermediate and upper level undergraduate courses in Latin prose. Applications should include a personal statement, three letters of recommendation, and a sample of scholarly research (e.g., an article or thesis chapter). The deadline for application is no later than June 14, 2002. Applications should be addressed to Hayden Pelliccia, Roman History Search, Classics Department, 120 Goldwin Smith Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853. Cornell is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
The Department of Classics invites applications for the Prescott W. Townsend Assistant Professorship of Classics, to begin in the fall of 2002 for a term of three years (non-tenure-track, non-renewable). The salary will start in the mid- to upper-30s. The Townsend Assistant Professor is expected to pursue a program of research and to teach one course per semester. The field of research is open, but we are particularly interested in applications from specialists in Latin Literature, or Hellenistic History, or later Roman History. Applications (including curriculum vitae, at least three letters of reference and a writing sample) should be received by November 30 at this address: Townsend Assistant Professorship, Department of Classics, Cornell University, 120 Goldwin Smith Hall, Ithaca NY 14853-3201. Interviews will be conducted at the APA-AIA annual meeting in Philadelphia. Cornell University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women and minorities.
CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY - OMAHA, NE
The Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies at Creighton University has been authorized to invite applications for a one-year leave replacement position at the rank of visiting assistant professor to begin in August 2002. Candidates should be effective, energetic teachers who are committed to undergraduate education and capable of teaching Greek and Latin at all levels, classical civilization courses, and humanities offerings in Creighton's core curriculum. Preference will be given to candidates with completed Ph.D.'s and demonstrated teaching experience. Creighton is a comprehensive, Jesuit, Catholic university that seeks candidates able to contribute to its distinctive institutional mission and traditions. Applicants should submit a complete dossier, including a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and at least three current letters of recommendation to: Prof. Geoff Bakewell, Chair, Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies, Creighton University, Omaha, NE 68178. The deadline for the receipt of materials is March 15, 2002. Creighton is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
CYPRUS AMERICAN ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE (CAARI) - NICOSIA, CYPRUS
CAARI is seeking a new director, to assume the position in summer 2003; term, conditions, and compensation negotiable. Must have substantial knowledge of the eastern Mediterranean; administrative experience; conversancy with Academe, US and international; strong people skills. Professional training in archaeology or another field of antiquity preferred. The successful candidate will lead and manage Cyprus's principal foreign research center, including library, hostel, programs of public and scholarly events, fellowship program, sherd and bio-archaeological collections, facilities for visiting scholars, services to excavations in Cyprus. The Director works with Trustees on capital campaign and strategic planning, develops the library and other research and study collections, and is expected to broaden the US and international audience for Cypriot studies and strengthen CAARI's bonds with US and European research institutions abroad. EEOE. Applications received on or before April 1, 2002, will be given full consideration. Address questions about CAARI and applications (cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation) to Dr. Ellen Herscher, 3309 Cleveland Ave NW, Washington DC 20008; phone 202/338-6536. For more information, see CAARI's website (http://www.caari.org).
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY - HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA
Applications are invited for a tenure track appointment at the Lecturer/Assistant Professor level effective July 1, 2002 in Classical History with a secondary interest in Latin Studies. All candidates will possess philological competence in Greek and Latin normally expected in international Classical Scholarship. At the undergraduate level a demonstrated ability to teach large introductory classes in Ancient History, as well as intermediate level classes in Greek and Roman History, is essential. The successful applicant will be able to contribute to the Graduate Programme of the Department: the preferred research area is Roman Republican and Imperial History; an interest in historiography and cross-disciplinary approaches to cultural history would be advantageous. In Latin studies, competence and readiness to teach Latin language and literature at the undergraduate level are expected. Applicants should have completed the Ph.D. or be close to finishing and show competence in teaching, research and publication appropriate to their experience. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is subject to budgetary approval. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from Aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, racially visible persons and women. A letter of application, complete and updated curriculum vitae, and three letters of professional recommendation should be sent to: Dr. W. Hankey, Acting Chair, Department of Classics, Dalhousie University, 6135 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 4P9 Canada. The closing date for applications is November 15, 2001.
Dartmouth College - Hanover, New Hampshire (Two Positions)
POSITION ONE: Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics 2002-2003 Academic Year. Full-time, visiting position for one year starting September 2002.
We seek a classicist, Ph.D. or ABD, specializing in Roman History. The position requires the teaching of five courses over three ten-week academic quarters (fall, winter and spring terms). Candidates should have a strong interest in Latin language instruction at all levels in addition to ancient history. Competitive salary. Dartmouth College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Send letter of application, vita, and dossier (including transcripts and two letters of recommendation), by April 1, 2002, to the Chair, Classics, Dartmouth College, 6086 Reed Hall, Hanover, NH 03755. E-mail address: classics@dartmouth.edu.
POSITION TWO: Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics 2002-2003 Academic Year. Full-time, visiting position for one year starting September 2002.
We seek a classicist, Ph.D. or ABD, specializing in Ancient Greek. The position requires the teaching of five courses over three ten-week academic quarters (fall, winter and spring terms). Candidates should have an interest in and a commitment to Ancient Greek language at elementary and advanced levels. Competitive salary. Dartmouth College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Send letter of application, vita, and dossier (including transcripts and two letters of recommendation), by April 1, 2002, to the Chair, Classics, Dartmouth College, 6086 Reed Hall, Hanover, NH 03755. E-mail address: classics@dartmouth.edu.
DAVIDSON COLLEGE - DAVIDSON, NC
The Department of Classics invites applications for an approved tenure-track position at the assistant professor level, beginning August 2002. We are looking for a classical philologist excited about teaching both Greek and Latin at all levels. The ability to teach a writing-intensive first-year seminar is desirable. Davidson's teaching load is five courses per year. Send your dossier (including a curriculum vitae, graduate school transcript, and three current letters of recommendation), and a short writing sample representative of your scholarly interests, to Prof. Peter Krentz, Chair, Department of Classics, Box 6973, Davidson College, Davidson NC 28035-6973. The post-mark deadline for applications is November 15, 2001. Applicants for the temporary position advertised last year can reactivate their applications with a simple letter of interest. We will conduct interviews at the APA Annual Meeting in Philadelphia. Davidson College is an equal opportunity employer and offers domestic partner benefits for same-sex couples. (updated 8 Feb. 2002)
DePauw University -- Greencastle, IN (Two Positions)
The Classics Department at DePauw University seeks applications for two full-time term positions for the 2002-2003 academic year as sabbatical replacements. The positions have been approved by the administration. Ph.D. preferred, rank and salary commensurate with credentials and experience. Position 1: a broadly trained classicist to teach Latin and Greek at all undergraduate levels and a variety of courses in translation, which might include Roman Civilization, Greek and Roman Mythology or a survey of ancient history. Position 2: a broadly trained classical archaeologist able to teach Latin at all undergraduate levels. The candidate will teach a course in Greek, Persian and Etruscan archaeology; a course in Hellenistic and Roman archaeology; and a junior-level topics course in archaeology. Ability to teach other courses in classical civilization is also desirable. The teaching load for both positions is three courses each semester and supervision of senior projects.
DePauw has a liberal arts college of 2,000 students. A commitment to undergraduate teaching is essential. Candidates should send a statement of teaching and scholarly interests, evidence of excellence in teaching, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation. Information about the department is available at: http://www.depauw.edu/acad/classical/. Review of completed applications will begin February 15, 2002 and continue until the positions are filled. Contact Address: Professor Carl Huffman (cahuff@depauw.edu, 765-658-4587), Chairman, Search Committee, Department of Classics, DePauw University, 400 S. Locust, Greencastle, Indiana 46135. DePauw is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are particularly encouraged to apply.
DUKE UNIVERSITY - Durham, NC
The Department of Classical Studies invites applications and nominations for an appointment at open rank, tenured or tenure-track, to begin September 2002. We seek a colleague with a specialty in papyrology, who would share responsibility for Duke's extensive papyrology collection and its facilities. Candidates are expected to teach a range of courses in Classical Studies at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Applicants for a tenured appointment must have a distinguished record of research, as well as an excellent record of teaching at all levels; they should submit a letter of application, CV and list of references. Applicants for a tenure-track appointment must have completed the PhD at the time of appointment and show promise of excellence in research and teaching; they should submit a letter of application, CV, a sample of scholarly writing, and three letters of recommendation. Applications should be sent to: Chair, Papyrologist Search Committee, Dept. of Classical Studies, Duke University, Box 90103, Durham, NC. 27708-0103. Applications received by December 15 will be guaranteed consideration. Duke University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
East Carolina University - Greenville, NC
Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Classics beginning August 19, 2002. Ph.D. required. Specialty open. Preference given to candidate with: record of excellence in undergraduate Greek language instruction; vision for building a strong Greek program; and well defined research agenda. Expertise in additional area of Greek civilization such as art or topography is a plus. Send letter of application, CV, and arrange for three current letters of recommendation to be sent to: Chair, Classics Search Committee, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, Bate Building, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858-4353. Sample publications and evidence of teaching excellence welcome. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action University. East Carolina University accommodates individuals with disabilities. Applicants must comply with provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Official transcript required upon employment. East Carolina Faculty members are expected to engage in appropriate professional service. Screening to begin December 15, 2001; interviews will be conducted at APA Annual Meeting in January 2002 in Philadelphia, PA. Position will remain open until filled. Program information is available at http://www.ecu.edu/classics.
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY - TALLAHASSEE, FL
The Department of Classics at the Florida State University seeks to appoint a Visiting Instructor in Classics. The appointment will begin in August 2002 and is for one year (but is potentially renewable for a second and third year). Applications should be directed to Jeff Tatum, Department of Classics, Dodd Hall, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL 32306-1510. Applications for this position must be received by February 28th, 2002. Finalists will be interviewed by telephone in early March. Florida State University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, committed to diversity in hiring, and a Public Records Agency.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
We have been informed by FSU that due to budgetary reasons, the tenure-track Latinist position advertised in the October 2001 issue has been postponed. FSU will return all writing samples to those who have applied. FSU regrets any inconvenience caused by this postponement.
The Department of Classics at the Florida State University seeks to appoint a Latinist at the level of assistant professor (tenure track). This is a definite position that will begin in August 2002. The normal teaching load at FSU is four courses per year, some of which are typically at the graduate level but one of which should be an undergraduate course with broad appeal to non-majors. More information regarding the program at FSU can be gotten by visiting our website at www.fsu.edu/~classics. Applicants should send the usual dossier, including three letters of recommendation and a writing sample (a dissertation chapter or an article); they should indicate whether or not they will attend the APA/AIA Annual Meeting, and they should make clear in their correspondence how they can best be reached, especially during the month of December. Finalists will be interviewed at the APA/AIA Annual Meeting in Philadelphia. Applications should be directed to Jeff Tatum, Department of Classics, Dodd Hall, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL 32306-1510. All applications must be postmarked by November 21st. Florida State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to diversity in hiring, and a Public Records Agency.
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY - NEW YORK, NY
The Department of Classics announces the opening of a tenure-track position at the rank of entry-level Assistant Professor, starting fall term 2002. The position is for a HELLENIST, with research interests primarily in Greek poetry, but with the ability to teach undergraduate courses in both languages and literatures, as well as a variety of classical civilization courses. The teaching load (graduate and undergraduate) is 3 courses a term. Classics are taught both at the Bronx and Manhattan campuses of Fordham. The new appointee will be based at the Lincoln Center campus, to complement the Latinist currently on staff, with the possibility of an occasional course at the Bronx campus. Candidates should send complete dossiers with letters of recommendation by December 7th to Professor Robert J. Penella, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Classics, Fordham University, Bronx, NY 10458 (rpenella@fordham.edu). The Department expects to interview at the APA convention in Philadelphia. Fordham is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Fordham is an independent, Catholic university in the Jesuit tradition that welcomes applications from men and women of all backgrounds.
George Washington University - Washington, DC
Assistant or Associate Professor of Classics. The Department of Classical and Semitic Languages and Literatures at The George Washington University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in classics at the rank of assistant or associate professor, to begin in AY 2002-3. The candidate is expected to teach three courses per semester. These courses will include classical literature and mythology as well as the art and archeology of Greece, Rome, the Near East and Egypt. Other courses may include lower levels of Latin or Greek. Required: Ph.D. in Classics; mastery of Greek or Latin; experience in teaching classics, art history and archeology (desirable). Salary commensurate with rank and experience. Send letter of application, dossier including three letters of reference (especially addressing teaching experience), and a publication to Prof. John E. Ziolkowski, Phillips 341, The George Washington University, Washington DC 20052. Applications will be reviewed starting November 15 and will continue until the position is filled. The George Washington University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer; applications from qualified women and minorities are especially encouraged.
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY - WASHINGTON DC
The Georgetown University Classics Department invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor.
The first of these will be in Roman History. The area of research specialization is open, but candidates should be prepared to teach undergraduate courses in Roman republican and imperial history and culture as well as advanced undergraduate language courses on Greek and Latin prose authors.
The second position is in Roman literature. The area of research specialization is open, although our primary need is for a scholar specializing in poetry. Teaching responsibilities will include a wide variety of Latin and Greek at all undergraduate levels as well as courses on Roman literature and culture in translation.
For both positions, preference will be given to candidates with outstanding scholarly potential and with demonstrated teaching experience and ability. The successful candidates must have the Ph.D. in hand by the time of taking up the appointment. For best consideration, send cover letter, curriculum vitae, dossier including at least three letters of reference, and a short writing sample to Alexander Sens, Classics Department, Georgetown University, Washington DC, 20057 by November 1, 2001. Preliminary interviews will be conducted only at the APA/AIA annual meeting in Philadelphia. Georgetown University is an Equal-Opportunity, Affirmative-Action employer.
GETTYSBURG COLLEGE - GETTYSBURG, PA
The Department of Classics invites applications for a full-time, one-year sabbatical replacement position, at the rank of Assistant Professor or Instructor, to begin late August 2002. Ph.D. preferred; relevant teaching experience required. Teaching responsibilities will be, in the fall semester of 2002, one section of Intermediate Latin, one of Latin prose for advanced students and majors, and a topics course which will combine archaeology with classical history or literature; in the spring semester of 2003, two sections of Elementary Latin, and a Classical Studies course in Roman Civilization to be taught from a material remains/art-historical perspective. The position may also involve assisting with tutorials in upper-division Latin and with individualized studies or senior projects. Gettysburg College is a highly selective liberal arts college located within 90 minutes of the Baltimore-Washington area. Established in 1832, the College has a rich history and is situated on a 220-acre campus with an enrollment of 2,300 students. Gettysburg College is committed to creating a more diverse campus environment. As a part of that process, the College gives candidates from historically underrepresented groups strong consideration. Included in an attractive benefits package is a Partner Assistance Program. Selected candidates will be interviewed at the Annual Meeting of the American Philological Association / Archaeological Institute of America in Philadelphia in January 2002. Please send letter of application, and a dossier of credentials including a c.v. and three letters of reference, by November 30th, 2001, to: Professor Charles J. Zabrowski, Chair, Department of Classics, Gettysburg College, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Telephone: (717) 337-6561. E-Mail: czabrows@gettysburg.edu
Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, MN
Gustavus Adolphus College, a coeducational, private, residential, national liberal arts college of 2,500 students affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, invites nominations and applications for the tenure track position of Assistant Professor of Classics, to begin September 1, 2002. All specializations will be considered, but priority may be given to candidates with a strong interest in teaching beginning Latin and advanced Latin literature, and who have competency in Greco-Roman history and/or art and archaeology. We seek candidates who will have Ph.D. in hand by June, 2002, and who exhibit: evidence of excellence in teaching; willingness to contribute enthusiastically to the four-member Classics Department's thriving beginning language program; promise of scholarly activity; competence in teaching all levels of Latin and Greek at the undergraduate level, as well as courses in translation; interest in participating in the academic life of a liberal arts college; and a familiarity with information technology. To apply, send letter of application, resume, and letters of recommendation to: William K. Freiert, Chair, Classics Department, Gustavus Adolphus College, 800 W. College Ave., St. Peter, MN 56082-1498. Telephone: 507-933-7639. E-mail: wfreiert@gac.edu. Review of applications will begin November 1. It is the policy and practice of Gustavus Adolphus College to provide equal educational and employment opportunities for all. We specifically encourage applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Hamilton College - Clinton, NY
The Department of Classics at Hamilton College invites applications for a one-year position, at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning in August 2002. Hamilton is a distinguished liberal arts college with very competitive salaries and a teaching load of five courses per year. Applicants should have the Ph.D. in hand or be in the final stages of writing the dissertation. Since college teaching experience is desirable, current assistant professors are also encouraged to apply. Applicants should be prepared to teach Greek, Latin, and Classical Studies. Applications, accompanied by a current curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation, should be sent to Carl A. Rubino, Chair, Department of Classics, Hamilton College, 198 College Hill Road, Clinton, NY 13323. (Phone: 315-859-4283; fax: 315-859-4253; e-Mail: crubino@hamilton.edu). The application deadline is December 10, 2001. Hamilton is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in all areas of the campus community.
HARVARD UNIVERSITY - CAMBRIDGE, MA (One or Two Positions)
The Department of the Classics at Harvard University has been authorized to recommend appointment of one or two Assistant Professors of Classics for a term of three years, with the possibility of renewal and the further possibility of promotion, including to tenure. Candidates should be able to teach Greek at the undergraduate level and Latin at all levels to both undergraduate and graduate students, and should show evidence of research in Latin literature, either of the republic or empire, or of late antiquity or the Middle Ages. Completion of the Ph.D. prior to appointment is a requirement. Harvard University is able to offer an attractive package of salary and benefits, including research support.
Applications and dossiers, including resumes, should be sent to: Professor Richard Thomas, Chair, Department of the Classics, 204 Boylston Hall, Cambridge, MA 02138. Applications must be postmarked no later than November 15, 2001. Harvard University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University welcomes applications from minority and women candidates.
HELLENIC COLLEGE - BROOKLINE, MA
Hellenic College invites applications for the newly established, endowed Michael and Anastasia Cantonis Chair in Greek Studies, to begin September 2002. This tenure-track position is for a Hellenist with the ability to teach courses in Modern Greek language. The successful candidate will be expected to promote scholarship, to enrich existing courses in Greek language, literature, history, culture, and society, and to conduct outreach to the larger community through public lectures and other activities. Ph.D., demonstrated excellence in teaching, and a strong record in academic leadership and scholarship are required.
Salary is commensurate with experience. Please respond with C.V. and three letters of reference to: Application Committee Chairman, Hellenic College, 50 Goddard Avenue, Brookline, MA 02445. Inquiries, please call 617-850-1200. Application deadline: March 15, 2002.
Hofstra University - Hempstead, NY
Classics and Latin / Comparative Literature. The Department of Comparative Literature & Languages at Hofstra University invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Classics and Comparative Literature, beginning Fall 2002. This position is open to candidates with training in Latin and Ancient Greek classics (literature and language). Area of specialization is open, but candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarship, and breadth of background. Experience in Comparative Literature is highly desirable, as is the ability to teach Ancient Greek. Teaching duties include Ancient Greek and Roman literature (in translation) and Comparative Literature, and Latin language at all levels. The teaching load is three (3) courses per semester, with responsibilities for advisement and curriculum development in the Classics Program. Ph.D. required. Salary is competitive. Acknowledgment by email or self-addressed postcard. Please send letters of application and c.v. to Professor Neil H. Donahue, Chairperson, Department of Comparative Literature, 322 Calkins Hall, 107 Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY 11549. Deadline: December 15, 2001. Interviews at the American Philological Association conference, January 3-6, 2002 in Philadelphia. AA/EOE.
HOOD COLLEGE - FREDERICK, MD
Humanities Professor. Hood College seeks applicants for the Sophia M. Libman National Endowment for the Humanities Professor, an interdisciplinary, three-year, non-tenurable position. As the focal point for our recently funded National Endowment Challenge Grant, the Libman Professor will come to Hood for a three-year appointment, teaching a reduced course load (2/2 instead of 3/3). The Libman professor will also convene a teaching workshop each year and assist in planning the NEH Center for the Humanities lecture series.
We envision the Sophia M. Libman Professorship to be an ideal position for a beginning scholar whose interdisciplinary interests include a genuine commitment to create public programs and facilitate humanities workshops. The academic field is open, but the search committee is particularly interested in scholars in Women's Studies, Classical Studies, and/or theater/film/performance studies.
Please refer to "The Center for the Humanities" on our web site (www.hood.edu) for details. Send a cover letter, c.v., and a dossier containing at least three letters of recommendation by November 15, 2001 to Robert Funk, Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs, Hood College, Frederick, MD 21701.
Hood College subscribes to a policy of hiring only individuals legally eligible to work in the United States. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. EOE.
HOWARD UNIVERSITY - WASHINGTON, DC
The Department of Classics at Howard University invites applications for a one-year, non-tenure track position for AY 2002-2003. We seek a general Hellenist, with a PhD in classics in hand, to teach Greek Civilization, Classical Mythology, and a third, more general course called Ideas in Antiquity. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and a demonstrated ability to teach ancient Greek at all levels is a definite plus. Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching ability (e.g., syllabi and evaluations), and at least three letters of recommendation to Prof. Rudolph P. Hock, Chair, Department of Classics, 254 Locke Hall, Howard University, Washington D.C. 20059. The Department will begin to review applications on April 30, and will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to the Departmental Chair (202-806-6725 or rhock@howard.edu).
The Department of Classics at Howard University announces a full-time, non-renewable position for the Spring Semester of 2002. The successful candidate will be required to teach the following courses on a MWF schedule: (1) Greek Civilization, (2) a section of Classical Mythology, (3) Satire and Comedy, and possibly (4) Intermediate Greek. All interested candidates should submit a c.v. and at least two letters of recommendation to: Dr. Rudolph Hock, Chairman, Department of Classics, Howard University, Washington, D.C., 20059. If further information is desired, you may call at 202-806-6725 or e-mail at rhock@howard.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Illinois Wesleyan University - Bloomington, IL
Full-time, one-year Visiting Professor of Classics for 2002-2003. Teaching Responsibilities include six courses: 3-3 or 2-3-1 with 1 course in our three-week intensive May Term. Courses needed: Humanities "World of Ideas" 101 (Fall), Latin 102 (Fall) and Latin 201 (Spring), Greek 101 (Spring), and two other courses in the area of the candidate's area of expertise: literature, art/archaeology, ancient history, culture. Of special interest are courses on Late Antiquity, Egypt or ancient Near East. Qualifications: Ph.D. preferred, ABD considered with proven teaching excellence. Salary competitive and includes benefits. IWU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please send CV, cover letter describing your teaching philosophy, and 3 letters of reference from persons who can speak to your teaching performance to: Prof. Nancy Sultan, Chair, Department of Modern & Classical Languages, Illinois Wesleyan University, Bloomington, IL 61701-2900.
Additional evidence of successful language teaching is also welcome. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information, please visit our web site at: http://www.iwu.edu or http://titan.iwu.edu/~classics.
Indiana University - Bloomington, IN
POSITION ONE (March): The Department of Classical Studies at Indiana University, Bloomington, invites applications for a full-time visiting assistant professorship for the academic year 2002-03 (there is a possibility that the position may be renewed in 2003-04). The visitor will teach two undergraduate courses each semester, including introductory classical art and archaeology, advanced art and archaeology of Greece, and ancient Greek culture. The candidate should hold a Ph.D. with strength in classical archaeology and have proven experience in the teaching of such courses.
POSITION TWO (March): The Department of Classical Studies at Indiana University, Bloomington, invites applications for a full-time visiting assistant professorship for the academic year 2002-03. The visitor will teach two undergraduate courses each semester, including ancient Greek culture, classical mythology, Greek literature in translation, and elementary Greek. The candidate should hold a Ph.D. with strength in Greek literature, culture, and language, and have proven experience in the teaching of such courses.
Indiana University, Bloomington, is a research university with excellent computing facilities and a first-rate library. The campus, located in scenic southern Indiana, enrolls around 35,000 undergraduate and graduate students.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. Please send letter of application, CV, and three letters of recommendation to Professor William Hansen, Chairperson, Department of Classical Studies, BH 547, 1020 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN 47405. E-mail address: hansen@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. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
The Department of History at Indiana University, Bloomington, is seeking to appoint a tenure-track assistant professor who specializes in any aspect of the history of the Roman World. To apply please send a letter of application, c.v., information on teaching experience, and one substantive piece of written work (up to 40 pp.), and have four letters of recommendation forwarded to: Leah Shopkow, Chair, Roman World Search Committee, Department of History, Indiana University, Ballantine Hall 742, 1020 East Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47405-7103. The deadline for applications is November 15, 2001. Indiana University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and welcomes applications from women and minorities. Questions regarding this application can be directed to Leah Shopkow at 812/855-1938 or <shopkowl@indiana.edu>.
The Department of Classical Studies at Indiana University, Bloomington, has been authorized to appoint a tenure-track assistant professor of Latin language and literature with an ability to teach Medieval Latin. Ph.D. required at time of appointment. Teaching duties, to begin in fall of 2002, will include courses in Classical Latin and various aspects of Greek and Roman culture. Persons with an ability to develop courses in Late Antiquity and to work closely with the College's strong program in Medieval Studies are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants should send a cover letter and their curriculum vitae and arrange for at least three letters of reference speaking to their scholarly performance and potential. Deadline: 16 November, 2001; facsimile documents will not be accepted. Indiana University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Applications should be addressed to Prof. J.L. Franklin, Acting Chair, Department of Classical Studies, Indiana University, 1020 E. Kirkwood Ave., Bloomington, IN 47405.
Intercollegiate Center for Classical Studies (ICCS)
Duke University - Durham, NC (4 Positions)
POSITION ONE: Professor-in-Charge, one-year appointment for 2003-04. September through May. Candidates must have good knowledge of Ancient Rome and Greek and Roman Italy, be interested in teaching undergraduates, and be willing to lead a team-taught course combining archaeology, history, topography, literature and epigraphy. Should also be able to teach either intermediate or advanced-level Greek or intermediate or advanced-level Latin.
Letters detailing specific qualifications, a curriculum vitae, and two letters of recommendation, are to be sent to Kurt Olausen, Assistant Director, Office of Study Abroad, Duke University, 2016 Campus Drive, Box 90057, Durham, NC 27708-0057; or faxed to 919-684-3083. Candidates are requested to submit application materials before October 10, 2001, for review by the ICCS Managing Committee. Interviews will be scheduled at the APA/AIA Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in January 2002.
The Intercollegiate Center is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from women and members of minority groups.
POSITIONS TWO AND THREE: Assistant/Associate Professors for 2002-03, September through May. Candidates must have good knowledge of Ancient Rome and Greek and Roman Italy, be interested in teaching undergraduates, and be willing to participate in a team-taught course combining archaeology, history, topography, literature and epigraphy. They also must be able to teach either intermediate or advanced-level Greek or intermediate or advanced-level Latin. The Managing Committee is especially interested in candidates with established careers for appointment to advanced assistant or associate rank; we normally appoint one assistant/associate professor whose interests are primarily archaeological and one whose interests are primarily philological.
POSITION FOUR: Instructor for 2002-03, September through May. Candidates must have good knowledge of Ancient Rome and Greek and Roman Italy, be interested in teaching undergraduates, and be willing to participate in a team-taught course combining archaeology, history, topography, literature and epigraphy. They also must be able to teach either intermediate or advanced-level Greek or intermediate or advanced-level Latin. Candidates are usually at the A.B.D. stage of their graduate work.
Letters detailing specific qualifications, a curriculum vitae, and two letters of recommendation, should be sent to Kurt Olausen, Assistant Director, Office of Study Abroad, Duke University, 2016 Campus Drive, Box 90057, Durham, NC 27708-0057. Candidates should submit all application materials to arrive on or before October 10, 2001. Interviews will be scheduled at the APA/AIA Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in January 2002.
The Intercollegiate Center is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and actively
encourages applications from women and members of minority groups.
IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY - AMES, IA (Two Positions)
The Classical Studies Program and the Department of Foreign Languages & Literatures at Iowa State invite applications for two (2) one-year positions for the academic year 2002-3 at the level of visiting assistant professor. We are looking for experienced instructors (Ph.D. or ABD) able to teach Greek and Latin, as well as Classical Studies courses (possible courses include Roman Imperial History and Women in Antiquity). Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching qualifications (e.g. syllabi and evaluations) and letters of recommendation by April 15 to Prof. James F. McGlew, Chair of Classical Studies Search, Foreign Languages & Literatures, 300 Pearson, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011. All materials should arrive by April 15, 2002. Further information is available via email (jmcglew@iastate.edu).
John Carroll University - Cleveland, OH
Assistant Professor of Classics. The Department of Classical and Modern Languages at John Carroll University, the Jesuit university in Cleveland, invites applications for an approved full-time, tenure-track position in classical languages beginning August, 2002. The successful candidate shall have a Ph.D. by that time and shall be expected to teach six courses per academic year, to include Greek and Latin at all undergraduate levels as well as courses in Greek and Roman culture. Evidence of scholarly potential and of excellent teaching will be expected. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation and a sample of scholarly writing. They should be sent to Dr. Donald Poduska (poduska@jcu.edu), Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classical and Modern Languages, John Carroll University, Cleveland, Ohio, 44118-4581. Review of applications will begin December 3. John Carroll University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY - BALTIMORE, MD
The Johns Hopkins University Classics Department announces an approved one-year position for 2002-2003 at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor or Lecturer, depending on prior experience. Salary is commensurate with qualifications. Candidates should have the Ph.D. in hand at the time of application. Graduate and undergraduate teaching load is two courses per semester. Field of specialization is open. Send letter of application, CV, and dossier or letters of recommendation to Search Committee, Department of Classics, Johns Hopkins University, 130 Gilman Hall, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21218. Application deadline: March 15, 2002. The Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.
The Johns Hopkins University Department of Classics invites applications for an approved Visiting Lecturer position for Spring semester 2002. Teach two courses--Intermediate and Advanced Undergraduate Latin. Salary $15,000. We are seeking a recent PhD, an experienced language teacher and active scholar, to participate in the intellectual life of a small, research-oriented department. Send letter of application, CV, and names of three references to: Professor Alan Shapiro, Department of Classics, Johns Hopkins University, 130 Gilman Hall, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21218. Telephone 410-516-8221. E-mail ashapiro@jhu.edu. Deadline: November 15, 2001. The Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.
KALAMAZOO COLLEGE - KALAMAZOO, MI
Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor in Classical Studies. Full-time one-year appointment with a possibility of a second year, non-tenure track. This is a definite position. We seek a broadly trained Classicist (Ph.D. preferred, ABD considered). The successful candidate will have enthusiasm for and ability to teach undergraduate courses in the Greek and Latin languages and literatures at all levels, as well as Classical Mythology and Classical literature in translation. Possibility of developing a new course in candidate's area of specialization. The position requires the teaching of six courses over three academic quarters (fall, winter and spring terms; mid-September to mid-June).
A complete dossier including a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and evidence of successful teaching should be sent to: Dr. Margo Light, Acting Head, Classics Program, Kalamazoo College, Kalamazoo, MI 49006. Fax: 616-337-5740.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Kalamazoo College encourages candidates who will contribute to the cultural diversity of the College to apply and to identify themselves if they wish. Equal Opportunity Employer.
KENYON COLLEGE - Gambier, Oh
Joint Appointment in Classics and The Integrated Program In Humane Studies (IPHS). Kenyon College seeks to make a joint appointment in Classics (including Ancient History) and IPHS. This is a definite tenure-track position with initial appointment of three years, beginning July 1, 2002.
The primary research interest of applicants should be Ancient Greek and/or Roman History. The successful applicant will be competent to teach Greek and Latin languages at all levels. Through 2006, position will entail teaching half-time in Classics and half-time in IPHS' year-long Odyssey of the West course, a textually oriented course involving works ranging from classical antiquity through modern period. After 2006, position will be full-time in Classics. Interest in such related fields as mythology, archaeology, religion, philosophy, gender studies, or another specialty is welcome. Applicants should hold the Ph.D. by June, 2002 and be able to document effectiveness as a teacher. Teaching load is 3:2.
Please send (1) a letter of application, including teaching approaches and interests and research interests; (2) a list of graduate courses completed; (3) a curriculum vitae; and (4) three letters of reference to Professor Robert Bennett, Chair of Search Committee, Department of Classics, Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio 43022 (740-427-5060; BENNETTR@kenyon.edu; department homepage http://www2kenyon.edu/depts/classics/classhpg.htm). Review of applications will begin October 31 and continue until position is filled. Interviews will be conducted at APA annual meeting in Philadelphia, January 3-6, 2002.
An equal opportunity employer, Kenyon is committed to building a culturally diverse faculty, offers domestic partner benefits, and encourages applications of women and minority candidates.
Loyola College in Maryland - Baltimore, MD
The Classics Department at Loyola College in Maryland will be able to offer a one-year (with possibility of renewal), 80% full-time, Core faculty position for AY '02-'03. Duties include teaching four elementary to intermediate Latin courses in the Fall, and two elementary or intermediate Latin and/or Greek courses in the Spring. Core faculty are also asked to contribute limited service to the department. Candidates should have the MA or Ph.D. in Classics or a related field or be A.B.D. in same, and have evidence of successful Latin teaching experience. Salary is $24,000 plus benefits. Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled.
Applicants who applied for the Visiting Assistant Professor position last fall may simply email Prof. Martha Taylor (Mtaylor@Loyola.edu) and indicate that they wish to have their dossiers considered.
New applicants should contact Professor Martha Taylor at 410-617-2636 or by e-mail at Mtaylor@Loyola.edu, and also send a cover letter, CV, transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work, and three letters of recommendation to: Prof. Martha C. Taylor, Classics Department, Loyola College in Maryland, 4501 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21210.
Loyola College is a Jesuit Catholic institution which welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute to our unique educational mission. Loyola is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer which seeks applications from women and members of minority groups." Please visit our website at http://www.loyola.edu/cas.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This is an updated version of the ad printed in the January 2002 issue of Positions. Please note the position is now a definite position and there is a change in the qualifications
The Classics Department at Loyola College in Maryland announces a definite one-year, entry-level replacement position for AY 2002-03. Candidates should have the Ph.D. in Classics, Archaeology or Ancient History or be A.B.D. in same. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a wide-range of courses in Greek and Latin, and may possibly teach Classics courses cross-listed in the English or History departments. Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate students is strongly desired and the promise of such excellence is essential. Applicants should send a cover letter, CV, sample of scholarly writing, three letters of reference and transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work to Martha C. Taylor, Chair, Department of Classics, Loyola College in Maryland, 4501 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21210. Review of applications will begin on March 1st. Loyola College is a selective Jesuit Catholic institution that welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute to our unique educational mission. Loyola is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that seeks applications from women and members of minority groups. For more information on Loyola, visit our web site at www.loyola.edu/cas.
On behalf of the Center for the Humanities of Loyola College in Maryland, the Department of Classics announces the availability of a one or two semester appointment to the Cardin Chair in the Humanities. Endowed to foster an appreciation of the Judeo-Christian tradition across the humanities, the Chair is to be filled by a distinguished scholar in Classical or Late Antique literature, history, art or archaeology during the 2002-3 academic year. Responsibilities include teaching one undergraduate course in the Classics department (possibly cross-listed in History or Art history), conducting a faculty seminar, and offering public lectures open to the college and Baltimore community. Competitive salary and benefits are provided. Candidates should submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae with the names of three references to: Martha C. Taylor, Chair, Department of Classics, Loyola College in Maryland, 4501 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21210-2699.
Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2001. Loyola College is a selective Jesuit Catholic institution that welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute to our unique educational mission. Loyola is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that seeks applications from women and members of minority groups. For more information on Loyola, visit our website at www.loyola.edu/cas.
MACALESTER COLLEGE - ST. PAUL, MN
The Classics Department at Macalester College seeks a full-time, tenure track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2002. The candidate must be able to teach both Greek and Latin, and Greek and Latin authors in translation, and should possess a strong scholarly interest in Greek and Latin literature. Secondary specialization can be in a range of possible areas such as Greek history and historiography, Egyptology, slavery and slave-systems, or race and identity in the ancient world. The candidate will be able to participate in a range of interdisciplinary programs at the College such as Women's and Gender Studies, African-American Studies, Humanities and Cultural Studies, or International Studies.
The Macalester College Classics Department is a rapidly growing department which values faculty-guided student research, international research and study, and scholarly productivity. Macalester College is a selective, private liberal arts college in the vibrant Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Macalester enrolls 1800 students from 48 states and over 70 foreign countries and has a long-standing commitment to maintaining a multi-national, multi-ethnic community. Macalester is an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to having a diverse workforce. The college prides itself on sustaining a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and providing support for faculty scholarship. Applications should be received by November 1, 2001 for best consideration. Send applications to: Professor J. Andrew Overman, Chair, Department of Classics, Macalester College, Saint Paul, MN 55105.
Marshall University - Huntington, WV
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
We have been informed by Marshall University, Huntington, WV that the application deadline for the position advertised in December 2001 (tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2002) has been extended to March 1, 2002.
The Department of Classical Studies at Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2002. PhD required. The candidate should have broad training in Greek and Roman literature and a research specialty in Latin literature. Secondary specializations can be in Greek and Roman culture and society, gender studies, and classical connections with modern literature. The successful candidate will be expected to teach the full range of Latin courses and mythology, literature in translation, and ancient civilizations. Experience with interdisciplinary team-taught courses is highly desirable, since teaching in a multi-disciplinary humanities program will also be required. Evidence of excellence in teaching is essential, in particular a versatile competence in the discipline and a strong commitment to innovative and interactive teaching. Publications are highly desirable. Applicants should submit a letter of application, detailed curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, samples of research and course syllabi, and three supporting letters by February 15, 2002 to Professor Caroline A. Perkins, Chair of Search Committee, Department of Classical Studies, Marshall University, Huntington, WV 25755. More information about our department and program can be found at www.marshall.edu/classical-studies. The department plans to conduct interviews at the CAMWS Meetings in Austin, Texas, in April, 2002. Marshall University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Mary Washington College - Fredericksburg, VA
We have just been informed that the position advertised in September, 2001 by Mary Washington College has been cancelled. MWC has decided to restructure their position to that of a more senior level and as a result will be conducting a new job search in the future. MWC is in the process of corresponding with each candidate who has applied and is sorry for any inconvenience caused by this decision.
Mary Washington College invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in Classics at the rank of assistant professor beginning August 2002. Area of Specialization within Greek and Latin Literature: Open. Applicants must have the Ph.D. in hand by June 2002 and are expected to have a proven commitment to scholarship and teaching and be competent to teach Latin and Greek at all levels as well as courses in translation. Responsibilities include four courses (three preparations) per semester, undergraduate advising, and committee work. Send a letter of application including a c.v., at least three letters of recommendation, graduate school transcripts, and a sample of scholarly writing to: Prof. Craig Vasey, Chair, Department of Classics, Philosophy, and Religion; Mary Washington College; 1301 College Avenue; Fredericksburg, VA 22401; applications must be received by 5 p.m., November 15, 2001. (MWC intends to conduct interviews at the APA Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, January 2002. Please indicate if you are planning to attend the convention.) Questions may be addressed to Ms. Cindy Toomey: (540) 654-1023; ctoomey@mwc.edu, or visit our web site: http://departments.mwc.edu/clpr/www. Mary Washington College is a selective public co-educational undergraduate institution located 50 miles south of Washington, DC. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, Mary Washington College actively encourages women and minorities to apply.
McMASTER UNIVERSITY -- HAMILTON, ONTARIO, CANADA (Two Positions)
POSITION ONE: Subject to budgetary approval, The Department of Classics at McMaster University invites applications for a 3-year contractually limited appointment in the area of Classical Archaeology at the Assistant Professor level to commence July 1, 2002.
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Classical Archaeology or related discipline (research specialization open) and demonstrated excellence in research and teaching. The ability to teach courses in Greek and Latin is essential. The current minimum salary floor for Assistant Professor is $43,662.
Applicants should send a letter of application, together with a curriculum vitae and a sample of their scholarly work, to: Dr. Howard Jones, Chair, Department of Classics, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4M2, Canada (Fax: 905-577-6930). Applications must be received by February 28, 2002, and applicants should arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to reach the department by the same date.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority. McMaster University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and women.
POSITION TWO: The Department of Classics at McMaster University invites applications for a 12-month contractually limited appointment in the area of Greek Art and Archaeology at the Assistant Professor level to commence August 1, 2002.
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Classics or the equivalent, with specialization in Greek art and archaeology and demonstrated excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in Greek art and archaeology, classical civilization, and intermediate level Greek. The current minimum salary floor for Assistant Professor is $43,662.
Applicants should send a letter of application, together with a curriculum vitae and a sample of their writing, to Dr. Howard Jones, Chair, Department of Classics, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4M2, Canada (Fax: 905-577-6930). Applications must be received by February 28, 2002, and applicants should arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to reach the department by the same date.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority. McMaster University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and women.
The Department of Classics at McMaster University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in Ancient Greek History at the Assistant Professor level to commence July 1, 2002. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Classics or the equivalent, with specialization in Ancient Greek History and demonstrated excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in ancient history, and to contribute to the department's graduate program; the ability to teach courses in Greek and Latin is essential. An ability to teach an undergraduate course in non-Graeco-Roman civilizations will be considered an advantage. The current minimum salary floor for an Assistant Professor is $43,662. Applicants should send a letter of application, together with a curriculum vitae and a writing sample to: Dr. Howard Jones, Chair, Department of Classics, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4M2, Canada. (Fax: 905-577-6930). Applications must be received by November 30, 2001, and applicants should arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to reach the department by the same date. The department expects to conduct interviews at the January 2002, meeting of the American Philological Association in Philadelphia, PA. Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for this position. McMaster University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and women.
Miami University - Oxford, OH
The Classics Department announces a Visiting Assistant Professor position to begin in the fall of 2002. The position is a full-time, one-year position, renewable for three years contingent on performance and funds. Miami's Classics Department teaches a broad spectrum of undergraduate courses in Greek and Roman language, literature, and civilization. We seek a colleague, preferably a Hellenist, with a significant research agenda, who is qualified to teach courses in our curriculum. We are primarily interested in candidates who can teach ancient literature and Greek and Latin language courses. Ph.D. in Classics or related field must be completed by August 1, 2002 in order to be appointed at the Assistant Professor level. Salary competitive. Send application letter, current CV and two letters of reference to Stephen A. Nimis, Chair, Department of Classics, Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056. Review of materials will begin November 26 and all materials should arrive by that date to assure complete consideration. Members of the Department will conduct preliminary interviews at the APA in Philadelphia. Miami University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
Michigan State University - East Lansing, MI
Classics: Visiting one-year appointment, 2002-2003, to teach courses in Greek, Latin, and Civilization at all levels. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed the Ph.D. Applications, along with current CV and letters of recommendation or placement file, should be sent to Deidre Dawson, Chair, Department of Romance and Classical Languages, 256 OHB, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824-1112. Review of applications will begin June 30, 2002 and continue until the position is filled. Handicapped individuals have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation. Michigan State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution.
MOUNT ALLISON UNIVERSITY -- Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada
The Crake Doctoral Fellowship. 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 2002-2003.
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 May.
In 2002-2003 the holder of the Crake Fellowship will receive $21,000, with an allowance of up to $2,500 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, N. B. E4L 1G9, Canada. Telephone: 506-364-2558. The deadline for receipt of applications is February 15, 2002.
We welcome applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY - NEW YORK, NY
The department of classics invites applications for a one-year, nonrenewable, position as Visiting Assistant Professor in Greek literature. Applications (with c.v., three letters of recommendation, and a representative sample of scholarship) should be sent to David Sider, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classics, 25 Waverly Place, New York University, New York, N.Y. 10003, and received by March 15th. Candidates for our earlier listing who qualify can ask to have their files reopened. NYU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
The Classics Department of New York University, pending administrative and budgetary approval, is seeking someone whose research places Greek and/or Roman literature written from the Hellenistic age to the second century CE into a broad cultural, social, or artistic context. Rank is open and we encourage applications at the level of both Assistant Professor (teaching experience is desirable), and Associate Professor (appointment with tenure is possible). The appointment is to begin September, 2002. Applications (with c.v., three letters of recommendation, and a representative sample of scholarship) should be received by November 19 and sent to David Sider, chair of the search committee, Department of Classics, 25 Waverly Place, New York NY 10003. We will interview candidates at the APA meeting in Philadelphia. NYU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Northwestern University - Evanston, IL (Five Positions)
New in November: The Department of Classics at Northwestern University seeks applications for one or more Mellon Post-doctoral Fellows. The area of specialization is open. The appointment is from September 2002, for a period of two years. The PhD must be completed by the start date.
We are seeking candidates with ambitious research interests and strong teaching abilities. Mellon Fellows are assigned two quarter-long courses per year, one of which will be a seminar. Fellows are expected to attend departmental colloquia, and to present one colloquium each year. They will also be members of Northwestern's Classical Traditions Initiative, a broad based humanities project comprising the interests of about twenty-five faculty members in various departments. Salary is competitive, with additional funding for professional travel, computers, etc. Northwestern University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply. Candidates for other positions in the Department need not reapply, but will be considered for the Mellon as appropriate
Applications, including a letter of application, a c.v., a sample of scholarly writing, a brief research proposal, teaching record, and three letters of recommendation should be submitted to Prof. Robert Wallace, Chair, Mellon Search Committee, Department of Classics, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL 60208-2200, telephone: (847) 491-7597; fax (847) 491-7598; E-mail address: rwallace@northwestern.edu. Deadline: December 15, 2001.
POSITION ONE & TWO: The Department of Classics of Northwestern University invites applications for two full-time positions. The rank of both positions is open: tenure-track or tenured associate or full. We seek two colleagues demonstrating outstanding scholarly abilities, broad and innovative intellectual interests, and a commitment to excellent teaching. For one of these positions, candidates should have strong research interests in ancient philosophy, with a broader Classical orientation (which might for example include tragedy, rhetoric, cultural history). The area of the second position is open, although applications are encouraged in the areas of Latin and Roman history or culture. (Archaeologists/art historians should direct applications to Northwestern's Department of Art History: see below.) In addition to full membership in the Department of Classics, the successful candidates will participate in a multi-disciplinary initiative to expand Northwestern's program in the literary, philosophical and cultural traditions of the Classical world at both graduate and undergraduate levels, with faculty contributions from the Departments of Classics, Philosophy, Political Science, Art History, Law, German, English, and Religion. The Department of Classics is committed to gender and ethnic diversity. Women and minorities are urged to apply. The deadline for applications is December 1. We plan to interview at the APA. All candidates should send an application letter and CV. Candidates for an assistant professorship should also send a writing sample, normally not longer than 25 pages, and have three letters of recommendation reach the search committee by the application deadline. Candidates for a tenured position should submit copies of two recent publications and the names of three referees by the deadline. All materials should be sent to Prof. Robert Wallace, Chair, Department of Classics, Northwestern University, Evanston IL 60208. e-mail: rwallace@northwestern.edu. AA/EOE.
POSITION THREE: The Department of Art History of Northwestern University seeks to make a full-time appointment (rank open) in the art and/or architecture of the ancient Mediterranean world, commencing Fall 2002. S/he will teach and advise at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and will participate in a campus-wide multi-disciplinary initiative in the literary, philosophical and cultural traditions of the classical world. Ph.D. and a record of publications and teaching commensurate with the applicant's potential rank are expected. Applications from minority scholars are especially welcome. Send letter of application, CV, and names of three references to S. Hollis Clayson, Chair, Department of Art History, 244 Kresge Hall, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL. 60208-2208. AA/EOE. The deadline for application is November 15, 2001.
POSITION FOUR: The Department of Philosophy of Northwestern University invites applications for a full-time appointment in ancient Greek and Roman philosophy. Rank open. Normal teaching, research, advising, and committee responsibilities. In addition to full membership in the Philosophy Department, the successful candidate will participate in a multi-disciplinary initiative to expand Northwestern's program in the literary, philosophical and cultural traditions of the classical world at both graduate and undergraduate levels. For senior candidates a distinguished record of scholarship is essential; and the equivalent, in promise, for junior candidates. EEO/AA. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged. All candidates should send material to Richard Kraut, Chair, Search Committee B, Department of Philosophy, Northwestern University, 1818 Hinman Ave., Evanston IL 60208-1315. Senior candidates should supply a curriculum vitae together with the names and addresses of three referees. Senior applications that are complete by November 16 will be assured of the most careful consideration. Junior candidates should supply a curriculum vitae and writing sample, and should also have at least three letters of recommendation sent to the committee. All material from junior candidates must be received by November 16.
OBERLIN COLLEGE - OBERLIN, OH
Oberlin College seeks a Classicist able to teach in the general area of Classical Civilization, including Greek and Latin language courses at all undergraduate levels. This is a full-time, non-continuing position for the academic year 2002-2003. PhD in hand or expected. Expertise in Greek and Latin literature expected. Expertise in ancient social history is also desirable. Successful teaching at the college level preferred. Send letter of application, vita, graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference by May 8, 2002 to Thomas Van Nortwick, Chair, Department of Classics, Oberlin College, Oberlin, Ohio, 44074. Equal Opportunity Employer.
OHIO UNIVERSITY - ATHENS, OH
POSITION ONE: Ancient History. Ohio University (AA/EOE). Primary emphasis on Greece and Rome, plus competence in Egypt and Near East. Ability to meet Ancient History instructional needs of both History and Classics departments in courses ranging from first-year undergraduate to MA levels and including the teaching of classical historians, Roman and/or Greek, in the original tongue(s). Two courses per quarter. Roman and/or Greek research and publication focus. Tenure-track in History department. Starting date of September 2002. Ph.D. by July 1, 2002 a firm requirement. Appointment at assistant professor rank, to be held in both History and Classics. Salary competitive. Interviewing selected applicants at APA convention and AHA if needed. Review of credentials begins November 21; final application deadline is December 1. Send a letter of application (including information as to availability at AHA or APA), C.V., and three letters of reference to Philip Bebb, Chair, Ancient History Search, Department of History, Ohio University, Athens, OH 45701.
POSITION TWO: The Department of Classics at Ohio University announces a position (three-year term maximum) for a Classics generalist at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting Sept. 2002. Candidates should have Ph.D. in hand. The position entails teaching nine courses on the quarter system, including Latin at all undergraduate levels and Classics in translation courses including etymology. Salary is negotiable. The review of applications will begin December 3, 2001. Interviews for selected applicants at the APA. Send letter of application, c.v., references, and evidence of teaching excellence if available to William Owens, Chair, Department of Classics, Ohio University, Athens, OH 45701. Tel. 740-597-2100; FAX 740-597-2146; owensb@ohio.edu. Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
ANCIENT HISTORIAN. The Departments of History and Classics at Ohio University invite applications for a full-time visiting position for the academic year 2001-02. Ph.D. is preferred but is not mandatory. Responsibilities will include teaching two undergraduate courses each quarter. Four of the six courses will be taught in the Dept. of History and include an ancient world survey course and more specialized surveys on ancient Greece and Rome. The two courses in the Dept. of Classics may be Latin or Greek language courses or classics in translation. Please send letter of application, CV, and three letters of recommendation to Prof. Stephen Miner, Chair, Dept. of History, Bentley Hall 106, Ohio University, Athens, OH 45701. Applicants are also encouraged to send evidence of successful teaching. Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. E-mail inquiries may be addressed to miner@ohio.edu.
PATRICK HENRY COLLEGE - PURCELLVILLE, VA
Patrick Henry College, a non-denominational Christian college emphasizing a classical liberal arts curriculum and an apprenticeship model, seeks applications for two positions, a classics professor (rank open) and a rhetoric/logic professor (rank open) to join the Classical Liberal Arts faculty in Fall 2002. The successful classics candidate will teach Latin and Greek as well as advanced courses in area of specialization. The successful rhetoric/logic candidate will teach rhetoric and logic, as well as advanced courses in area of specialization. Load is 8 courses during the academic year. Additional responsibilities include advising and committee assignments. Those with M.A.'s will be considered although a Ph.D. is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence in the classical liberal arts and must subscribe to PHC's mission and statement of faith. For more information, see our website, www.phc.edu or call (540) 338-1776. Please send a letter describing your interest in teaching at PHC, curriculum vitae, statement of Christian faith, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of at least three references to Dr. Paul J. Bonicelli, Dean of Academic Affairs, Patrick Henry College, P.O. Box 1776, Purcellville, VA 20134. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Pennsylvania State University - UNIVERSITY PARK, PA
The Department of Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies at The Pennsylvania State University seeks applicants for a tenure-track appointment in Greek literature at the Assistant Professor level beginning August, 2002. Current departmental strengths in Greek literature and culture include archaic Greek poetry, historical linguistics, biography, novel, and Greek history and historiography (the department's Web page can be found at http//www3.la.psu.edu/cams/). Teaching responsibilities include Greek language and literature at all levels and large lecture courses on Greek mythology and civilization. Familiarity with the ancient Near East desirable but not required. Ph.D. in hand by date of application required, along with full-time teaching experience and evidence of scholarly publication(s). Send letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a sample of scholarly writing of no more than 30 pages, and three letters of recommendation to Professor Deborah Beck, Chair, Hellenist Search Committee, Department of Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies, 108 Weaver Building, Box A, Penn State, University Park, PA 16802-5500. Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted until the position is filled. Those received by December 27, 2001 will be considered for interviews at the APA/AIA annual meetings in Philadelphia. AA/EOE.
PRINCETON UNIVERSITY - PRINCETON, NJ (Two Positions)
PLEASE NOTE: The following advertisement originally appeared in the October 2001 issue of Positions. Princeton has re-opened its search. All candidates who previously applied for this position are automatically being considered. The search committee will contact each applicant directly, to ensure that the candidate has not already accepted another position elsewhere.
Princeton University &emdash; Princeton, NJ
The Department of Classics and the Program in Hellenic Studies at Princeton University are re-opening the open-rank search for an appointment in the Hellenic tradition. The successful candidate will have received a Ph.D. in Classics or a related field and have demonstrated expertise in one of the following two areas: Greek language, literature, and culture of later antiquity and Byzantium; or the later reception of the Hellenic tradition, including modern Greek literature and culture. The position will be available starting 1 September 2002. Applicants should be prepared to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in ancient Greek language and literature, Greek literature in translation, and one of the areas specified above. Please send letters of application, curriculum vitae, placement dossier or three letters of recommendation, and a brief writing sample to: Chair, Classics-Hellenic Studies Search Committee, Department of Classics, Princeton University, 58 Prospect Avenue, Princeton, NJ 08544. The review of applications will begin on 1 April 2002. Princeton University is an EEO/AA employer.
POSITION TWO: The Department of Classics at Princeton University offers a tenure-track assistant professorship in ancient history: the preferred area of specialization is the Greek world in any period between Alexander and Constantine; expertise in epigraphy, papyrology, or material culture will be an advantage. Appointment will begin 1 September 2002, by which time the successful candidate should have completed the Ph.D. Applicants should be prepared to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in ancient history, Greek and Latin language, and classical literature in translation. Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, placement dossier or three letters of recommendation, and a brief writing sample to: Chair, History Search Committee / Department of Classics / Princeton University / 58 Prospect Avenue / Princeton, NJ 08544. The deadline for receipt of applications is 1 December 2001. Princeton University is an EEO/AA employer.
REED COLLEGE - PORTLAND, OR
Reed College invites applications for a one-year appointment in classics and humanities at the assistant professor level. Preference will be given to a generalist with equal competence in the Greek and Latin languages and literatures. It is essential that the appointee have a serious commitment to intensive undergraduate teaching and be prepared to participate in a first-year humanities course focussed on Graeco-Roman civilization and to teach three other courses in Greek and/or Latin language or literature at any undergraduate level. The advising of undergraduate senior theses may also be required. The successful candidate will be expected to have the Ph.D. in hand at the start of the appointment. Salary will be determined by the appointee's qualifications and experience. Please send complete dossier, including at least three letters of recommendation and a writing sample of moderate length to Professor Richard S. Tron, Chair, Classics Search Committee, Reed College, Portland, OR 97202. The deadline for receipt of materials is December 15, 2001. EOE.
RHODES COLLEGE - MEMPHIS, TN
The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures invites applications from candidates with a specialization in Greek and Roman History for the three-year term appointment in Greek and Roman Studies to begin in August 2002. Teaching responsibilities include courses in ancient Greek and Latin at all levels, as well as in the history, literature, and society of ancient Greece and Rome. This position will be expected to contribute to Rhodes' core humanities program, "The Search for Values in the Light of Western History and Religion." We invite applicants who are committed to innovation and growth both as teachers and scholars and are seeking opportunities for interdisciplinary work in the context of a highly selective college of the liberal arts and sciences. As a member of the Associated Colleges of the South, Rhodes actively participates in the programs of Sunoikisis (www.sunoikisis.org). The college expects candidates to hold a Ph.D. and have acquired teaching experience. Forward letters of interest, a curriculum vitae, and at least three letters of recommendation to Professor Valerie Nollan, Chair, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, Rhodes College, Memphis, TN 38112-1690. We will accept application materials until the position is filled. Rhodes College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce.
RICE UNIVERSITY - HOUSTON, TX
Rice University seeks to fill a tenure-track position in ancient Greek and Roman art history at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 2002. Field of special research is open. Preference for teachers/scholars committed to broad introductory courses and advanced classes or seminars in fields of special interest. Opportunity to participate in an interdisciplinary program in Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations. Ph.D., some teaching experience, and publications preferred. Application deadline is January 10, 2002.
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, examples of scholarship/publications, and at least three letters of recommendation to Professor Linda Neagley, Chair, Ancient Greek and Roman Art Historian Search Committee, Department of Art and Art History, MS-21, Rice University, P.O. Box 1892, Houston, TX 77251-1892. Rice University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
Rollins College-Winter Park, FL
The Program in Classical Studies at Rollins College invites applications for a one-year, non-tenure track, Latin Teaching Fellow position for AY 2002-2003 with the possibility of renewal. We seek a general Latinist, with a Ph.D. or ABD in Classics. Teaching load is three courses per semester: two Latin courses (Fall: LAT 101, LAT 201; Spring: LAT 102, LAT 202) and one literature in translation course per semester. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and a demonstrated ability to teach Latin at all levels is a definite plus. Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching ability (e.g., syllabi and/or evaluations), and at least two letters of recommendation to Office of the Dean, Rollins College, 1000 Holt Avenue -- 2749, Winter Park, FL 32789. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to the Program Chair, Elise A. Friedland (407-646-2502 or efriedland@rollins.edu). Rollins College is an Equal Opportunity Employer; minorities and women are especially encouraged to apply.
ROWAN UNIVERSITY - GLASSBORO, NJ
The History Department of Rowan University is seeking a specialist in ancient Mediterranean civilizations with a preferred subspecialty in early medieval Europe for a tenure-track, assistant professor position, beginning Fall 2002. Teaching duties include Western Civilizations survey courses (I and II) and upper level advanced courses in areas of specialization. Successful candidates should have Ph.D. degrees by the time of employment and evidence of college teaching and research experience. Located 18 miles southeast of Philadelphia, Rowan University is a comprehensive institution with a present enrollment of 10,000 undergraduate students and 3,000 graduate students. Please send letter of interest, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference and other supporting materials by December 15, 2001 to Dr. Joy Wiltenburg, Department of History, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ 08028. Telephone: (856) 256-4818. The department is planning to interview candidates at the AHA in Washington D.C. in January 2002. An EOE/AA employer, Rowan University especially encourages applications from women, minorities and the handicapped.
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY - NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ
The Department of Classics has been authorized to search for an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) with expertise in Greek literature and a special interest in ancient philosophy, the appointment to begin July 1, 2002. The successful candidate should be prepared to teach Greek and Latin literature at the undergraduate level and Greek literature, including philosophical works, at the graduate level. Candidates must have the Ph.D. or equivalent in hand by July 1, 2002; more advanced Assistant Professor candidates are also invited to apply. Applications, including a CV, samples of scholarly work, and at least three letters of recommendation, should be sent to John Bodel, Chair, Department of Classics, Rutgers University, 131 George Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1414. Inquiries may be directed to John Bodel by e-mail (bodel@rci.rutgers.edu) or by phone (732-932-9494). The search committee will begin reviewing applications on November 1 and intends to conduct interviews of short-list candidates at the meetings of the American Philological Association in Philadelphia in January. Rutgers University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Southwestern University - Georgetown, TX
Visiting Instructor/Assistant Professor - Classics Program. The Classics Program at Southwestern University invites applications for a one-year leave replacement position at the rank of instructor or visiting assistant professor to begin in late August 2002. The teaching load is three courses per semester and includes Greek, Latin, and Classical Civilization courses. Applicants should be broadly trained classicists. PhD in hand with some teaching experience is preferred, although ABDs will be considered. Candidates whose materials reach Southwestern by December 27, 2001 may be asked to interview at the APA/AIA meetings in January. There is a possibility that the position could be extended for a second and third year at institutions affiliated with Southwestern. Southwestern University is a highly selective, undergraduate institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts and sciences education. Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, it has more than 1,250 students and a history of stable enrollment. Southwestern's endowment of more than $320 million ranks among the highest per student of undergraduate institutions in the country. The University is located in Georgetown, Texas, 28 miles north of Austin, the state capital. Visit our website at www.southwestern.edu for more information. To apply, please submit cover letter, current curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to: Southwestern University, Faculty Recruitment Office, Instructor/Classics, Position #10069, P.O. Box 770, Georgetown, Texas, 78627-0770. For full consideration, application materials should be received by January 15, 2002. Southwestern University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and minorities to apply. EOE/M/F
ST. OLAF COLLEGE - NORTHFIELD, MN
1) The Department of History at St. Olaf College announces a one-year, full-time sabbatical-leave replacement position, pending approval, beginning September 1, 2002. The person hired will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses at all levels in ancient Greek and Roman history. Applicants should have the Ph.D. or be in the final stages of their Ph.D. program; expertise in ancient Middle East or early Medieval history is desirable. Rank (instructor or assistant professor) will depend on qualifications. 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 letter of application, CV, and supporting materials by December 15, 2001, to Prof. Robert Entenmann, Chair, Ancient History Search, St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave., Northfield, MN 55057 (507-646-3427; entenman@stolaf.edu). Semifinalist candidates will be interviewed at the APA meeting by members of the Department of Classics, at the AHA meeting by members of the Department of History.
2) The Department of Classics at St. Olaf College announces a one-year, full-time sabbatical-leave replacement position at the level of Assistant Professor, beginning September 1, 2002. The person hired will be responsible for teaching elementary, intermediate, and advanced courses in both Latin and Greek as well as courses in classics in translation. 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 letter of application, CV, and placement dossier by December 1, 2001, to Anne H. Groton, Chair, Department of Classics, St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave., Northfield, MN 55057-1098 (telephone: 507-646-3387; e-mail: groton@stolaf.edu).
STANFORD UNIVERSITY - STANFORD, CA
The Stanford Humanities Center - Stanford, CA
The Stanford Humanities Center invites applications for the position of Associate Director to begin 9/1/02.
Description: Reports directly to the Center's Faculty Director; provides administrative, intellectual and program support for Center activities; participates in all policy making decisions within the Center; assists the Director in setting priorities and seeking external funding.
Responsibilities: academic policy execution, fellowship program, research workshop program, event programming, fiscal planning, grant writing and reporting, and creation of academic content for the Center website. The Associate Director also engages in individual humanities scholarship through research, writing, and professional association.
Qualifications: Ph.D. in a humanities discipline; 2 or more years' administrative experience preferred; academic experience preferred; excellent written and oral communication, research, and organizational skills. Communicates effectively with faculty and staff at all levels of the University and with distinguished visitors. A complete job description may be found at: http://jobs.stanford.edu/openings/display.cgi?Job_Req=000957&JFam=NIL
Applicants should send a curriculum vitae and cover letter to: Susan Sebbard, Stanford Humanities Center, Stanford University, 424 Santa Teresa Street, Stanford, CA 94305-4015. Email: sebbard@stanford.edu. Stanford University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
The Department of Classics at Stanford University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Roman history, to start September 2002. The candidate will be expected to teach courses on all levels, both in translation and making use of Latin. Area of specialization is open, but our preference is for those with an interest in multi-disciplinary approaches to the ancient past. Applications, comprising a CV, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample (not longer than 25 pages) should be sent to Chair, Roman History Search Committee, Department of Classics, Bldg. 20, Main Quad, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305-2080. Telephone: (650) 723-2581; fax (650) 725-3801. Application deadline: March 1, 2002. Stanford University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
Stanford Humanities Fellows - A Postdoctoral Program Supported by the Mellon Foundation. This year, Stanford University inaugurates the Stanford Humanities Fellows Program, a postdoctoral fellowship designed to give the best recent Ph.D. recipients in the humanities a unique opportunity to develop as scholars and teachers. Up to 6 Fellowships will be awarded for a two-year term, renewable for a third year. Fellows will teach one course, and contribute a second course-equivalent, in one of Stanford's fifteen humanities departments. In addition, Fellows will be expected to participate in the intellectual life of the program by sharing work in progress, meeting regularly as a group and with faculty Senior Fellows, and generally contributing to the community of humanists at Stanford. It is expected, too, that Fellows will be in residence during the term of their appointment. Over the next three years, the total number of fellows is expected to be between 12 and 15. Candidates from all areas of the humanities are welcome to apply, but as we build the program we will give priority to the following disciplinary clusters, year-by-year:
2001-02 Competition, for Fellowships beginning in 2002: Classics, History, Philosophy, and Religious Studies.
2002-03 Competition, for Fellowships beginning in 2003: Art History, Drama, Music, and English Literature.
2003-04 Competition, for Fellowships beginning in 2004: European Languages and Literatures (Comparative Literature, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish), Asian Languages and Literatures (Chinese, Japanese), and Linguistics.
The stipend for 2002-2003 will be approximately $50,000, and will include additional support for computer assistance, research, and moving expenses, depending on individual Fellow's needs. Candidates for this year's competition must have received their Ph.D. degree between January 1, 1999 and June 30, 2002.
There is no application form. Please submit the following materials by December 1, 2001, to the address below: 1) Curriculum vitae; 2) dissertation abstract; 3) a sample of written work (e.g., dissertation chapter, published or forthcoming article, no longer than 50pp); 4) a description of teaching experience and interests (up to three pages): e.g. courses already taught or proposed, as well as a general statement pedagogical approaches. NB: Courses will be offered through standing Stanford departments; applicants should familiarize themselves with recent course offerings and department curricula (www.stanford.edu, links to individual departments); and 5) Three confidential letters of recommendation (or the applicant's active graduate school dossier).
Faxed or electronic applications cannot, at present, be considered. Send all materials to: Professor Seth Lerer, Director, Stanford Humanities Fellows Program, Department of English, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305.
Only complete applications will be considered. All applications will be acknowledged. The committee of selection will meet in December and January. Finalists may be interviewed. Successful applicants will be informed by March 1, 2002.
SWARTHMORE COLLEGE - SWARTHMORE, PA
Swarthmore College Department of Classics invites applications for a one-year, leave-replacement position at the rank of Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor beginning September 2002. The successful applicant will be a broadly trained classicist. Please send letters of application, a c.v., and three letters of reference to Rosaria Munson, Chair, Department of Classics, Swarthmore College, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA 19081. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply. (4/15)
Swarthmore College Department of Classics invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning September 2002, pending administrative approval. The successful applicant will be a broadly trained classicist with specialization in Greek or Latin poetry (especially epic or drama). Ph.D. required. Please send letters of application, a cv and three letters of reference to Rosaria Munson, Chair, Department of Classics, Swarthmore College, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA 19081. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Deadline for application is Friday, December 7.
Temple University - Philadelphia, PA
The Department of Classics at Temple University had hoped to make a joint appointment in Classics and Intellectual Heritage (listed below). While such an appointment is still possible, large budget cuts have decreased its likelihood, and enrollments in Greek and Latin have continued to surge. Thus, Classics now seeks to identify possible part-time instructors in Greek or Latin. Candidates should be at least ABD, have evidence of successful teaching experience, and a flexible schedule.
If a full-time position materializes during the summer, duties will be 2/3 in Intellectual Heritage and 1/3 in Classics. Those who were interviewed at the Annual Meeting can indicate whether they will be available at a late date.
Questions and applications should be sent to Robin Mitchell-Boyask, Chair, Classics Dept., Temple University, 353 Anderson Hall, 1114 W. Berks St., Philadelphia, PA, 19122. E-mail address: robin@temple.edu; phone: (215) 204-3672. E-mail inquiries are preferred.
Temple University announces possible Visiting Assistant Professorships for 2002-2003 in the program in Intellectual Heritage and Department of Greek, Hebrew and Roman Classics. The position has the possibility of renewal. Interviews will be conducted at APA meeting in Philadelphia. Candidates should immediately send a cover letter, preferably by e-mail, with curriculum vitae (as an attachment) indicating ability and experience for teaching Greek, Latin and classical culture courses at all undergraduate levels, and in the Intellectual Heritage two-semester sequence required of all Temple undergraduates. The first semester of IH contains a large Greek component and the course is writing-intensive. Applicants should consult the IH web site http://courses.temple.edu/IH. E-mail applications should go to Intellectual Heritage Director Daniel Tompkins at pericles@temple.edu, and Classics Chair Robin Mitchell-Boyask, robin@temple.edu. Address paper applications to Daniel Tompkins, Director, Intellectual Heritage, 214 Anderson Hall, 1114 W. Berks St., Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, 19122. Phone: (215) 204-4900.
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY - COLLEGE STATION, TX
Assistant Professor Position in Nautical Archaeology. The Nautical Archaeology Program of the Department of Anthropology, Texas A&M University, seeks an archaeologist holding a Ph.D. for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor to begin September 1, 2003. The principal area of specialization sought is in Classical-period seafaring and nautical archaeology, with a secondary expertise in seafaring and nautical archaeology of the Medieval period. Candidates should be able to teach undergraduate lecture courses and graduate seminars, supervise graduate research projects, and conduct fieldwork involving Texas A&M University graduate students. Candidates with developed research programs are especially encouraged to apply. Please send an introductory letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three to five references to Prof. Shelley Wachsmann, Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Nautical Archaeology Program, Anthropology Department, Rm. 107, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-4352. FAX: (979) 845-6399, TEL. (979) 847-9257, E-mail: swachsmann@tamu.edu. Applications, including all related materials, must be received no later than December 1, 2002. Texas A&M University is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. (4/15)
The Nautical Archaeology Program of the Department of Anthropology, Texas A&M University, seeks an archaeologist holding a Ph.D. for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor to begin September 1, 2002. The principal area of specialization sought is in Classical-period seafaring and nautical archaeology, with a secondary expertise in seafaring and nautical archaeology of the Medieval period. Candidates should be able to teach undergraduate lecture courses and graduate seminars, supervise graduate research projects, and conduct fieldwork involving Texas A&M University graduate students. Candidates with developed research programs are especially encouraged to apply. Please send an introductory letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three to five references to Prof. Shelley Wachsmann, Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Nautical Archaeology Program, Anthropology Department, Rm. 107, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-4352. FAX:(979) 845-6399, TEL. (979) 847-9257, e-mail: swachsmann@tamu.edu. Applications, including all related materials, must be received no later than December 1, 2001. Texas A&M University is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
The College of Wooster - Wooster OH
The College of Wooster invites applications for a one-year full-time visiting position in the Department of Classical Studies for 2002-2003: Generalist in Classical Studies with emphases in language, literature, history, and women's studies. Ability to teach courses in Greek and Latin at all levels is required. Must be willing to supervise students in the College's program of undergraduate research (Independent Study). Ph.D. or ABD required. Applicants should send cover letter (including discussion of approaches to teaching and research interests), curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, and letters of reference to: Classical Studies Search, Galpin Hall, The College of Wooster, Wooster, OH 44691. At this time, please do not send additional materials such as publications, writing samples or teaching evaluations. Applicants should submit materials no later than December 31. Candidates will be interviewed at the January meetings of the APA. For further information on the position or the program, call 330/263-2008 or e-mail tfalkner@wooster.edu (until December 20) and 330/263-2488 or e-mail rsternberg@wooster.edu (after December 20). Additional information about the department can be found at its web site: www.wooster.edu/classics.
The College of Wooster is an independent college of the liberal arts and sciences with a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education. The College values diversity, strives to attract qualified women and minority candidates, and encourages individuals belonging to these groups to apply. Wooster seeks to ensure diversity by its policy of making appointments without regard to age, sex, race, creed, national origin, disability, handicap, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. The College of Wooster is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.
TUFTS UNIVERSITY - MEDFORD, MA
Research Assistant, Perseus Project - Classics Tracking Code: M01-551. Job Description: Position re-opened 2/4/02.
Plays an integral role in this ten-year-old evolving digital library project, the goal of which is to bring a wide range of source materials to as large an audience as possible. Serves as a "computational humanist," assuming responsibility for the acquisition and integration of data into the digital library. Confirms viability and functionality of data; manages data in the Perseus version control system, including elementary system maintenance functions; vets and edits primary source materials such as texts or maps; writes publications on work and/or collaborates with other project members on such publications.
Required Skills: Requires Bachelor's degree, one to three years' experience, a high level of computational skills, and extensive expertise in at least one area of the humanities, including, but not limited to: classics (a background in Greek and Latin works is preferable); early modern studies; the history of science; and 19th century American history. Advanced degree and three to five years' experience preferred. Must demonstrate either substantial programming skills or experience suggesting an aptitude to develop such skills while on the job. Knowledge of Windows or Mac systems required, UNIX/LINUX preferred; HTML skills required, CGI or JAVA preferred; familiarity with SGML a plus. Must possess self-direction, a high level of motivation, and the ability to take initiative and focus on multiple concurrent projects.
Please apply online at Tufts Website at www.tufts.edu under "Job Opportunities." If alternative application options are required, please contact our office at 617-627-6272. Tufts University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks candidates from diverse backgrounds. Any cover letters can be addressed to Sue Smoyer.
TULANE UNIVERSITY-NEW ORLEANS, LA
The Department of Classical Studies at Tulane University has a one-year opening for the academic year 2002-2003 for a visiting assistant professor whose primary field is in Latin literature, Greek archaeology, or Roman archaeology. There is some possibility that the position could be renewed for a second year. If you are interested please contact Prof. Dennis Kehoe by e-mail (kehoe@tulane.edu) or telephone (504-862-3082). We also invite you to visit our Web Site: http://www.tulane.edu/~classics/. We will consider applications until the position is filled. Tulane University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK - CORK, IRELAND
Coláiste na hOllscoile Corcaigh - Lectureship in Classics. The position is in the Department of Ancient Classics (for further details of staff, courses and research, see our web site at http://www.ucc.ie/acad/classics/.
The successful candidate will be required to develop courses and teach and examine Greek and Roman Art and Architecture and its reception, Latin and Greek at all levels, to research and publish in the area of her/his specialism, to undertake fieldwork or organise site tours with undergraduate students, to supervise research students and to contribute to the Department's administration.
The above listing is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake any such duties as may reasonably be expected. All staff are required to be flexible and co-operative and professional within the needs of the post and the Department and University.
Candidates must have a BA degree in Classics (Greek and Latin) and have, or be about to receive, a PhD degree in some aspect of the visual arts of Greece and Rome, including their reception.
The post is full-time and permanent. The current remuneration - [new entrants] - is from EUR25,947 - EUR42,150 (currency is euro).
Each candidate must complete an application form for the post and indicate clearly on the application form the name of the post being applied for. Completed application forms must reach Academic Appointments, Department of Human Resources, University College, Cork, Ireland, on or before 15 May 2002.
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY - BERKELEY, CA
Ancient history. The History Department of the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a full-time position in ancient history. The department will conduct a broad search at all ranks in the areas of Greek, Roman, and Byzantine history (apart from late antiquity), in order to identify the strongest candidate, regardless of special field. Our aim is to find a scholar with wide interests and skills who crosses one or more of those boundaries. The appointment will begin in the fall semester, 2002. For junior candidates, PhD or ABD nearing completion is required.
Junior candidates (ABDs and applicants who have completed the PhD within the past five years) should submit a detailed letter of application, c.v. and placement file (or its equivalent), postmarked by November 15th. Others should send a cover letter, c.v., two recent publications, and names of three referees by that date. Applications should go to Professor Jon Gjerde, Chair, Department of History, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-2550. The University of California is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity employer.
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES - LOS ANGELES, CAM
PLEASE NOTE: This position was originally advertised in July 2001. See text for updated information.
The Department of Classics at the University of California, Los Angeles, invites applications for a full-time position at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track), effective July 1, 2002. Candidates must have the Ph.D. or equivalent in hand by July 1, 2002. The department seeks to add to its faculty a specialist in Greek literature and culture. The successful candidate will demonstrate evidence of scholarship and a commitment to teach a wide variety of courses at the graduate and undergraduate level, both in Greek and Latin and in translation. Applicants should submit a CV, at least three letters of recommendation, and a sample of scholarly work (no more than 30 pages) by December 1st to Professor Robert Gurval, Department of Classics, Dodd 100, UCLA, 405 N. Hilgard Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90095-1417.
The Department will, on request, reactivate the files of applicants for the Hellenist position announced in 2000. Supplementary material may be added as appropriate.
Short-listed candidates will be interviewed at the Archaeological Institute of America/American Philological Association meetings in Philadelphia in January 2002.
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA -- RIVERSIDE, CA
The University of California, Riverside, invites applications for a one-year lecturer position, with an appointment of at least 78% for the 2002-03 academic year. Candidates must have at least an M.A. degree in Classics with specialization in Classical Greek and significant teaching experience. Duties over three quarters will consist of teaching seven courses (at 78% FTE) or more (for higher FTE), and may include courses in elementary Greek, in advanced Greek, in general and scientific etymology, in mythology, and in classical literature in translation. Present Lecturer salary per class is $3,953. Please send cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching evaluations, and three letters of recommendation to: Chair, Classics Search Committee, Department of Comparative Literature and Foreign Languages, University of California, Riverside, CA 92521. Completed applications received by February 22, 2002 will receive fullest consideration; the position will remain open until filled. The University of California, Riverside, is an AA/EOP employer.
University of California - San Diego, CA
Department of Literature (http://literature.ucsd.edu). Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Classics - Latin Studies, Department of Literature, effective July 1, 2002. Candidates should demonstrate a thorough grounding in Latin language and literature, and be prepared to teach Latin at all levels. Preparation for teaching a lower division civilization course would be desirable. The Literature Department is committed to the comparative study of world literatures from antiquity to the present; especially welcome are applicants with comparative and theoretical training, and those whose interests intersect with those of others in the department, including the history of slavery, migration and diaspora, multilingualism, ethnicities of the Roman world, urban studies and geography, and the critical study of religion. Salary commensurate with experience and is based on UC pay scale. Non-citizens should state immigration status in CV. Send letter of application, CV, dossier, and writing sample to: Louis Montrose, Chair, Department of Literature 0410, University of California, San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093-0410. Refer to position #129APA. Enclose self-addressed postcard for acknowledgment of application and SASE for return of writing sample. Closing date is November 30, 2001. EOE/AA
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA - SANTA BARBARA, CA
(Two Temporary Positions)
Department of Classics. Area of Instruction: Lower Level Greek and Latin; various lower- and upper-division Undergraduate Lecture Courses.
The Department of Classics has requested funding to hire two lecturers (full or part-time) for the academic year 2002-03. Duties may include teaching Beginning Greek, Beginning Latin, and various large lecture courses such as Greek Mythology, Ancient Epic, Greek Tragedy, and Latin Literature in Translation. Preference will be given to applicants who hold the Ph.D. and have demonstrated effectiveness in teaching both language and lecture courses. Positions will remain open until filled, but applicants are advised to complete their applications by June 7, 2002. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to UC policy and any appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
Please sent a curriculum vitae, teaching evaluations (if available) and three letters of recommendation to: Professor Francis Dunn, Chair, Department of Classics, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3120. Information about the UCSB Classics Department is available through the Department's home page: http://www.classics.ucsb.edu. UCSB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
The Department of Classics, University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a tenure-track position in ancient comedy. Special consideration will be given to those with proven research interests in Roman Comedy or Greek New Comedy. In addition, applicants interested in contributing to the graduate program in Dramatic Arts would be welcome. Evidence of excellence in both teaching and research is essential; an ability and willingness to teach large humanities courses in mythology, classical literature and civilizations as well as graduate courses and seminars are expected. The Department has an active graduate program and awards both M.A. and Ph.D. degrees. Applicants should submit a detailed curriculum vitae and three supporting letters by November 30, 2001 to Professor Francis Dunn, Chair, Department of Classics, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3120. Telephone: 805-893-3007; Fax: 805-893-4487. The Department will conduct interviews at the APA/AIA Convention in Philadelphia, PA, in January 2002. The University of California is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO - CHICAGO, IL
(Classical Archaeology) Classical Archaeology. The Department of Classical Languages and Literatures at the University of Chicago invites applications for a two-year Lectureship in Classical Archaeology commencing September 2002 and with possibility of renewal. We particularly welcome candidates with expertise in Roman art, archaeology, and/or material culture, though the appointee will be expected to teach a wide range of undergraduate and graduate classes in both the Greek and Roman worlds. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed their dissertation and have acquired some prior teaching experience. Please send a letter of application with c.v., dossier including three letters of recommendation, course proposals for two 10-week undergraduate courses of your choice, and a chapter-length piece of writing to Chair, Classical Archaeology Search, Department of Classical Languages and Literatures, The University of Chicago,1010 E. 59th St, Chicago, IL 60637 by February 7, 2002. The University of Chicago is an AA/EOE.
(Art History) The Art History Department invites applications from specialists in the art of the Roman Empire for a tenure-track appointment commencing September, 2002. Send letter of intent, c.v., and sample publication to Search Chair, 5540 S. Greenwood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637. Review of applications begins immediately. Deadline: February 15, 2002. Interviews will be held at the CAA meeting.
Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship in Classics. The Department of Classics in the University of Chicago invites applications for a two-year Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship in 2002-2004. The position is open to scholars who have received the Ph.D. within five years before the year of award; priority will be given to specialists in any aspect of Greek epic and/or Greek tragedy. The award carries an initial stipend of $37,500 and the Fellow will be assigned an office on campus. The purpose of the Fellowship is to enable a scholar at the start of an academic career to design and teach courses that reflect personal interests, to improve pedagogical skills, to pursue individual scholarly projects in an interdisciplinary setting and under the auspices of an active mentoring program, and to make lasting connections with a distinguished faculty both within and beyond the Department of Classics. The Mellon Fellow will enjoy access to an extraordinary range of academic resources at the University of Chicago.
During each of the two years of the appointment, the Mellon Fellow will design and teach two undergraduate or graduate courses. The other half of the Fellow's time will be devoted to research, writing, and the communication of research results to the Department and the University community. The Fellow will collaborate in a mentoring program with a senior member in the Department who will assist the Fellow in developing a plan of research, advise on problems of teaching, and discuss material being readied for publication. The Fellow will make an annual presentation of his or her work at one of the interdisciplinary faculty-student Workshops based in the Department of Classics. The Fellow is also expected to take part in the collegial life of the Humanities Division and to participate in the organization of local conferences and lectures.
Applications should include: (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a statement of current research interests, (3) proposals for two quarter-long courses, one addressed to undergraduates (with all readings in English) and one addressed to graduate and advanced undergraduate students, (4) three letters of recommendation, and (5) copies of published work, extracts from the dissertation, or drafts of work in progress (ca. 30 pages).
The deadline for applications is February 1st, 2002. Please mail applications to: Prof. Elizabeth Asmis, Search Committee Chair, Department of Classics, University of Chicago, 1010 E. 59th St., Chicago, IL 60637. The University of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI - CINCINNATI, OH
POSITION ONE: Margo Tytus Visiting Scholars Program. The University of Cincinnati Classics Department is pleased to announce the Margo Tytus Visiting Scholars Program. Tytus Fellows, in the fields of philology, history and archaeology, who will ordinarily be at least 5 years beyond receipt of the Ph.D., will come to Cincinnati for a minimum of one month and a maximum of nine during the regular academic year (October 1 to May 30). Tytus Fellows will receive a monthly stipend of $1000 plus housing and a travel allowance. They will also receive office space and enjoy the use of the University of Cincinnati and Hebrew Union College Libraries. While at Cincinnati Tytus Fellows will be free to pursue their own research.
The University of Cincinnati Burnham Classics Library is one of the world's premier collections in the field of Classical Studies. Comprising 165,000 volumes, the library covers all aspects of the Classics: the languages and literatures, history, civilization, art, and archaeology. Of special value for scholars is both the richness of the collection and its accessibility -- almost any avenue of research in the classics can be pursued deeply and broadly under a single roof. The unusually comprehensive core collection, which is maintained by three professional classicist librarians, is augmented by several special collections such as 15,000 nineteenth century German Programschriften, extensive holdings in Palaeography, Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies. At neighboring Hebrew Union College, the Klau Library, with holdings in excess of 400,000 volumes, is rich in Judaica and Near Eastern Studies.
Application Deadline: January 1, 2002. For application forms please write: Director, Margo Tytus Visiting Scholars Program, Department of Classics, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0226. E-mail: secretary@classics.uc.edu. Web site: http://classics.uc.edu/tytus.
POSITION TWO: The Department of Classics invites applications for a tenure track position at the level of assistant professor in Classical art and archaeology, which will begin on September 1, 2002. We particularly welcome candidates with expertise in the art and archaeology of the Archaic, Classical, or Hellenistic periods. Teaching responsibilities will include both undergraduate and graduate courses in Classical art and archaeology, Classical civilization, and Greek and Roman history. The department offers the B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees and has twelve full-time faculty members (five philologists, four archaeologists, three historians). The departmental library contains one of the largest and best Classics, Byzantine, and Modern Greek collections in the world. More information about the department is available on our web page: http://classics.uc.edu/. The Ph.D. must be completed by August, 2002. The University of Cincinnati is an affirmative-action/equal-opportunity employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and arrange to have sent three letters of recommendation to Prof. Gisela Walberg, Chair-Classical Archaeology Search Committee, Department of Classics, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati OH 45221-0226. The deadline for receipt of completed applications is December 10, 2001.
PLEASE NOTE THIS UPDATE: The position for the University of Cincinnati that was advertised in the October 2001 issue of Positions (possible tenure track position, subject to budgetary approval, at the level of assistant professor in Greek philology) has recently been approved and is now a definite position. Subject to budgetary approval, the Department of Classics invites applications for a tenure track position at the level of assistant professor in Greek philology. The Department of Classics at the University of Cincinnati offers a broad program in philology, ancient history, and archaeology, and therefore welcomes applications from scholars with interdisciplinary interests and those with experience in new research methods. Candidates will be expected to teach both Greek and Latin at all levels, graduate and undergraduate, and possibly an undergraduate course in Greek religion. Candidates will also be expected to teach graduate courses in Homer and Tragedy, and research interests in those areas are especially welcome. Candidates must have the Ph.D. in hand by the end of March 2002. Those interested in the position should submit a curriculum vitae and offprints or a writing sample of up to 50 pages, and arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to Professor Holt Parker, Search Committee Chair, University of Cincinnati, 410 Blegen Library, Cincinnati, OH 45221. The deadline for receipt of the completed application is 3 December 2001.The department offers the B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees and has currently eleven full-time faculty members (four philologists, four archaeologists, three historians). It is housed as a single unit with offices, classrooms, lecture halls, and the library occupying adjoining floors. Its library contains one of the largest and best Classics, Byzantine, and Modern Greek collections in the world. More information about the department is available on our website: http://classics.uc.edu/ The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO - BOULDER, CO
The Department of Classics at the University of Colorado invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. by August 19, 2002, will have a strong background and research interests in Latin Literature, and will be qualified to teach Greek and Latin at all levels. Letter of application, C.V., a short sample (c. 20 pages) of scholarly work and dossier including at least three letters of recommendation should be sent to: Professor Peter E. Knox, Chair, Department of Classics, Eaton Humanities Building, 248 UCB, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2001 and continue until the position is filled. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY - LEXINGTON, KY
Assistant Professor, tenure-track position, beginning August 15, 2002. Research area is open. The candidate should be able to teach courses in Greek and Latin (beginning through M.A. level) and classical civilization, as departmental needs and personal preferences warrant. Preference will be given to candidates with experience or interest in the teaching of Classical Mythology or a similar large-enrollment course. We will also be interested in candidates with demonstrable skill in speaking and writing Latin, who can contribute to the new UK graduate Institute in Latin Studies (For details see the following website: http://www.uky.edu/AS/Classics/institute.html.) Course load will be two courses per semester. Ph.D. required by August 15, 2002. Pre-arranged interviews will be conducted at the Philadelphia meeting of the American Philological Assn., January 2002. Application review will begin December 7, 2001 and continue until position is filled. Send complete dossier, including letter of intent, CV, at least 3 letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching excellence, and sample syllabi to: Search Committee, Department of Classics, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40506-0027. Phone: (859) 257-3386, Fax (859) 257-3743. Questions may be directed to Terence O. Tunberg, Acting chair (e-mail: clatot@uky.edu). The University of Kentucky is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women and minorities are strongly encouraged.
The University of King's College-Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
The University of King's College, founded in 1789, invites nominations and applications for the position of President. The committed and enthusiastic students, faculty, staff, and alumni are eager to work with an exceptional person.
The University of King's College has drawn upon its unique history to create a radically different undergraduate experience. King's offers its students intimacy and interdisciplinary programmes and, through its partnership with Dalhousie University in Halifax, access to a broad range of educational options. It offers the Foundation Year Programme (regarded as Canada's best first-year programme), Honours degrees in Contemporary Studies, Early Modern Studies, the History of Science and Technology and Journalism, as well as a one-year post baccalaureate in Journalism. Primarily residential and located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the University currently has approximately 900 full-time students, 56 faculty and 26 staff. The annual operating budget is approximately $10 Million.
Candidates must be passionate advocates of undergraduate liberal arts education, with a commitment to interdisciplinary programmes and familiarity with a residential environment. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and the academic credentials to ensure credibility are essential. Historically, the President has played an integral role in the life of the University, by both teaching and occupying the presidential residence known as The Lodge.
The President is the Chief Executive Officer and Vice Chancellor of the University and reports to the Board of Governors. The President will work with faculty, staff, students, and alumni in a collegial and collaborative manner to advance the aims of the University effectively within a consensual governance structure and the complex Dalhousie institutional context. He/she will translate the unique vision of the university into successful public relations and fundraising.
The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications in mid-September, with an appointment date of July 1, 2003. Applications and nominations should be sent to the Landmark Consulting Group, 25 Main Street West, Suite 2225, Hamilton, Ontario, L8P 1H1 or to resumes@landmarkconsulting.org. Further information about the University of King's College is available at www.ukings.ns.ca
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI - MIAMI, FL
Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics (Latin and Greek). One-year appointment. Area of specialization is open. To teach three courses each semester in AY 2002-03 in beginning and intermediate Latin and beginning Greek. Evidence of excellent teaching required. Must have Ph.D. in hand by August 15, 2002. Review of applications begins March 15, 2002, and continues until position is filled. Send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and dossier (with a minimum of three letters of recommendation) to: Professor David Ellison, Chair, Search Committee, University of Miami, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, P.O. Box 248093, Coral Gables, FL 33124-4650. For more information, visit our web site at http://www.miami.edu/fll/fll.htm. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN - ANN ARBOR, MI
1) Classical Studies Field Librarian. Are you someone who would enjoy working side by side with faculty and students in their departments, leading the way with your subject and technological expertise? The University of Michigan Library is launching an innovative new program of Field Librarianship designed to place public service where faculty and students do their work. We are looking for creative, energetic and outgoing people to work within academic departments and to develop highly interactive service relationships with their constituents, as well as assisting the University Library in collection, development, and instructional services.
The University of Michigan is consistently ranked among the top public research institutions, and the University Library is one of the largest and most progressive research libraries in the world, with a strong record of innovation in services and electronic resource development. Support within the Library for these positions includes a dedicated and collegial staff and a robust technological infrastructure. Ann Arbor is frequently ranked among the best places to live in the country.
Position Responsibilities: This position will provide support to the Classical Studies Department, the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, and the Interdepartmental Program in Classical Art and Archaeology (IPCAA). With office space located in the Department and/or Kelsey Museum, the Librarian will be responsible for University Library collection development in the area of Classical Studies, will provide research consultation to faculty and graduate students, and provide both course-integrated instruction and workshops designed to foster the effective use of subject-resources and the effective applications of new technologies in teaching and scholarship. As a member of the Graduate Library Reference Department, this position offers the opportunity to be part of a collegial, dynamic, and creative team of advanced subject specialists highly committed to public services and the values of scholarly knowledge exchange. The Harlan Hatcher Graduate Library, with a collection over three million volumes, serves the research needs of scholars and students in the humanities and social sciences. The University of Michigan's outstanding collections supporting Classical Studies also include one of the world's foremost digital text and image collections.
As a librarian appointment within the University Library, the field librarian will participate in the full range of professional activities. This includes providing direct reference assistance to users at the Graduate Library Information Center, collaborating with colleagues on special projects and initiatives, participating in long-term planning and service assessment, and serving on library committees and task forces.
Qualifications: The successful candidate will be expected to bring a complement of advanced subject knowledge of Classical Studies, relevant language skills, and instructional technology expertise. Required qualifications include: An ALA-accredited Master's degree in Library or Information Science or an equivalent combination of education and professional library experience; an advanced degree in a humanities discipline relevant to this position; relevant language proficiency with Latin, Greek, French and German highly desirable; knowledge of bibliographic tools and information resources relevant to research in the humanities and social sciences as well as knowledge of the American and European book trades; experience and interest in the application of technology to research and teaching along with a strong commitment to public service to a diverse community.
Rank and Appointment: Rank is anticipated at the Associate or Senior Associate level commensurate with the candidate's experience and professional achievement. As a professional appointment in the University of Michigan, University Library, this position offers full benefits and opportunities for professional development and travel, and participates fully in faculty governance.
TO APPLY: Send cover letter, curriculum vita, and references to: Lucy Cohen; Library Human Resources; 404 Hatcher Graduate Library North; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1205. Review of applications will begin on July 23 and will continue until position is filled. The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory employer.
2)The Department of Classical Studies and the Department of the History of Art at the University of Michigan have been authorized to make a tenure-track appointment in Greek Art and Archaeology. We particularly welcome candidates with expertise in the art and architecture of the Archaic, Classical or Hellenistic periods and who are also familiar with contemporary approaches to art historical analysis. Teaching responsibilities will include both undergraduate and graduate courses in classical art and archaeology; the ability to teach introductory-level surveys of both Greek and Roman archaeology is desirable. The successful candidate will be expected to play an active role in IPCAA, the graduate-level Interdepartmental Program in Classical Art and Archaeology. The Ph.D. must be completed by August, 2002. To receive full consideration, dossiers and publications (or at least one approved chapter of dissertation) must be sent by November 15, 2001 to The Chair, Search Committee in Greek Art and Archaeology, Department of Classical Studies, University of Michigan, 2160 Angell Hall, 435 S. State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1003. The University of Michigan is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.
University of Minnesota - Minneapolis, MN
1) Sundet Family Chair in New Testament and Christian Studies. The Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies, in the College of Liberal Arts, at the University of Minnesota seeks nominations and applications of scholars of international stature for the Sundet Family Chair in New Testament and Christian Studies. Area of specialization within the fields of New Testament and early Christianity is open, though an ability to contribute to a graduate and undergraduate curriculum in the religions of Mediterranean antiquity is expected. The Sundet Chair is a full-time nine-month tenured position to begin no earlier than fall semester 2002. The rank will be professor or associate professor, depending on qualifications and experience and consistent with collegiate and university policies. Ph.D., Th.D. or foreign equivalent required.
Responsibilities in the position will include active pursuit of a program of research and publication, graduate and undergraduate teaching and advising, and service to the department and college. The search will remain open until filled; the search committee will begin reviewing applications and nominations no later than October 15, 2001. Members of the search committee will be available for informational discussions at the AAR/SBL Annual Meeting in Denver, Colorado in November, 2001. All inquiries will be treated in confidence.
Please send nominations or a letter of application, along with curriculum vitae and names of references, to Professor Nita Krevans, Sundet Chair Search Committee, Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies, 305 Folwell Hall, University of Minnesota, 9 Pleasant Street S.E., Minneapolis, MN 55455, U.S.A. For further information please call 612-625-3422 or send an email message to nkrevans@tc.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 sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
2) Assistant Professor in Classical Prose Literature. The Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in classical prose literature. The candidate should have broad training in Greek and Roman literature and a research specialty in a prose author or genre, preferably Latin. Regardless of the candidate's field of specialization the ability to teach the literature of the Roman Republic and Principate at both the undergraduate and graduate levels is essential. Evidence of interest and success in teaching large lecture courses to undergraduates will strengthen an application. Candidates must have completed all requirements for the PhD in Classics or a related field by the start of the appointment. The position will be open until filled, but the committee will begin reading files on Nov. 20, 2001. Please send a letter of introduction, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample under 30 pages and any available evidence of successful teaching to: Professor George A. Sheets, Chair, Classical Prose Literature Search Committee, Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies, 305 Folwell Hall, University of Minnesota, 9 Pleasant Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455-0125.
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.
The University of Mississippi - University, MS (Two Positions)
POSITION ONE: The Department of Classics at the University of Mississippi invites specialists in ancient Greek language and literature to apply for the tenure-track position of assistant professor, to begin in academic year 2002-2003. Candidates with primary research interests in Greek poetry or drama are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to teach Greek and Latin at all levels to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as courses in Classical civilization, such as ancient literature in translation, Classical mythology, medical terminology, women in antiquity, or sports in the ancient world. A Ph.D. in Classics is required. Starting date for this position is mid-August, 2002. Review of applications will begin on November 30, 2001 and will continue until the position is filled or until an adequate pool of candidates is reached. Applicants should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae (including email address), 3 letters of recommendation, evidence of successful teaching, and graduate transcripts to the Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classics, University of Mississippi, University, MS 38677. The University of Mississippi is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA Employer.
POSITION TWO: The Department of Classics at the University of Mississippi invites specialists in Latin language and literature to apply for a one-year, non-tenure-track appointment at the rank of Acting Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will have the Ph.D. in hand (although ABD applicants will be considered), with teaching experience in Latin, Greek, and courses in Classical civilization, such as ancient literature in translation, Classical mythology, medical terminology, women in antiquity, or sports in the ancient world. Starting date for this position is mid-August, 2002. Review of applications will begin on November 30, 2001 and will continue until the position is filled or until an adequate pool is reached. Applicants should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae (including email address), 3 letters of recommendation, evidence of successful teaching, and graduate transcripts to the Chair of the Search Committee Department of Classics, University of Mississippi, University, MS 38677. The University of Mississippi is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA Employer.
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA-MISSOULA, MT
Adjunct Instructor or Adjunct Assistant Professor in Classics. The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures announces a one-year non-tenurable position in Classics at the rank of Adjunct Instructor or Adjunct Assistant Professor. Responsibilities may include Latin instruction at all levels, beginning Greek, Greek civilization/ethical tradition and Western Humanities. The teaching load is six semester courses, depending on program needs and candidate qualifications. Candidates should have at least the M.A. in Classics and show evidence of successful teaching. Strong candidates with the Ph.D. will be preferred. Submit application materials including a letter of interest and introduction, three recent supporting letters, a transcript or other listing of graduate course work completed, and proof of the highest degree earned to Linda R. Gillison, Chair, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, The University of Montana, Missoula, MT 59812-6192. The Search Committee will begin to read complete applications on June 7, 2002, and will continue until the position is filled. Full position description and acknowledgment letter returned to each applicant. The University of Montana is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from qualified women, minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and persons with disabilities. Position eligible for veterans' preference in accordance with State Law. This position announcement can be made available in alternate formats upon request.
UNIVERSITY OF MONTREAL - MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA
The Department of History of the University of Montreal, the principal French-language University of its city, seeks to appoint a Roman historian to a full-time tenure-track position (budgetary approval pending). The appointment will take effect on 1 June 2002.
The successful candidate must have sufficient skills in French to teach in that language from the beginning of the appointment. Duties will include teaching from the undergraduate through the doctoral level within the successful candidate's specialty, and possibly in other areas. The successful candidate will take part in the activities of the Centre d'études classiques, which administers the programs in classics.
A doctorate in history or a related subject (such as Classics), completed at the time of application, is required, as are a publication record and (preferably) some experience in teaching. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, though it is recommended that they be made before 1 December 2001.
We require a curriculum vitae, a sample of publications, a description of research in progress (2-3 pages) and three letters of recommendation, all addressed to: Claude Morin, Director, Département d'histoire, Université de Montréal, C.P. 6128, succursale Centre-Ville, Montréal (Québec) H3C 3J7.
Further information on the Department of History and the Centre for Classical Studies can be found on their respective websites: http://www.fas.umontreal.ca/HST/ and http://www.fas.umontreal.ca/CETCL/.
In accordance with Canadian immigration law, this offer is addressed in the first instance to citizens and landed immigrants of Canada.
University of New Mexico - Albuquerque, NM
The University of New Mexico, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, invites applications for an approved tenure-track position in Classical Languages & Literatures at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2002. The Ph.D. in Classics is required by the appointment starting date; applicants should also be able to demonstrate scholarly promise in written academic work and evidence of excellence in teaching. We are particularly interested in applicants with a specialization in Latin literature, but we welcome applications from specialists in any field of Classical literature. The successful candidate will be part of a vibrant, fast-growing program in Classics at UNM, and may be asked to teach courses in Greek and Latin at all levels, as well as courses in Classical Civilization; applicants who express an interest in developing interdisciplinary undergraduate courses in Comparative Literature/ Cultural Studies will be given special consideration. Please send signed letter of application, c.v., a short sample of scholarly writing and the usual dossier including three letters of reference to: Professor Monica Cyrino, Chair, Dept. of Foreign Languages & Literatures, Ortega Hall 229, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131. Telephone inquiries: (505) 277-4772. Applications must be received (not postmarked) by December 21, 2001; applicants are encouraged to send their materials as soon as possible before the holidays. Interviews will be held at the APA/AIA meeting in Philadelphia in January 2002. The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer and educator, committed to diversity in hiring.
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA - ASHEVILLE, NC (Two Positions)
University of North Carolina at Asheville has approved positions for two (2) tenure-track Assistant Professors of Classics, beginning August 2002. The first post requires a Ph.D. in Classics and experience in teaching Latin and Greek language, literature and culture at all levels. Research interests in Latin literature preferred; expertise in web technology and its application to Classics is desirable.
The second post requires a Ph.D. and experience in teaching Latin and/or Greek language, literature and culture at all levels. Our preferred candidate will also have knowledge of some area of the ancient world beyond Greece and Italy, such as ancient Africa or the Near East. Expertise in web technology and its application to Classics is desirable.
UNCA is classified as a Baccalaureate (Liberal Arts) 1 College by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, and successful candidates for both positions must demonstrate genuine commitment to undergraduate teaching both within the discipline and UNCA's interdisciplinary Humanities program. Committed to diversification of our community and programs, UNCA strongly encourages applications from members of historically underrepresented groups.
Please send a letter of application, stating which post(s) you are applying for, a resume, a statement of teaching philosophy, and three reference letters to Dr. Sophie Mills, Classics Department, University of North Carolina at Asheville, CPO 1630, One University Heights, Asheville, NC 28804-8505. E-mail address: smills@unca.edu. Deadline for applications is Friday, November 16, 2001, and we will be interviewing at the meeting of the APA in Philadelphia in January.
The University of North Carolina at Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons regardless of race, sex, or disability status are encouraged to apply.
UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME - NOTRE DAME, IN
The University of Notre Dame is seeking a scholar in Religion and Literature, to support developing undergraduate and graduate programs in that field. As a Catholic research university, Notre Dame is dedicated to the principle of mutuality among the disciplines, a principle especially evident in the links between art and religious belief and knowledge. The College of Arts and Letters has just launched a minor in Religion and Literature, associating the department of Theology with the several departments of literature; and the Academic Council and the Graduate School have inaugurated an interdisciplinary "Doctorate in Literature" program, within which Religion and Literature is a possible specialization.
The successful candidate for this position will represent the field of Religion and Literature at Notre Dame and outside Notre Dame through scholarly publishing, lectures, and leadership in the professional community of the field; will teach annually at least one course in the field (in addition to courses taught in the home department); will advise and direct undergraduate and graduate students working in the field; and may assist the editorial work of the journal Religion and Literature.
The applicant should have a doctorate in Religion, Theology, or one of the national literatures, with relevant publications and teaching experience. He or she should take an interdisciplinary approach to the field, with both a broad and deep understanding of literature and a respect for the integrity of religious discourse and belief.
The appointment rank will be determined by the qualifications of the successful applicant. Though the field is interdisciplinary, the position will be housed in one of the following departments: English; Theology; Classics [includes Greek, Latin, Irish, Arabic, Syriac and Hebrew]; East Asian Languages and Literatures; German and Russian Languages and Literatures; Romance Languages and Literatures; or the Program of Liberal Studies. The salary will be competitive: the AAUP lists Notre Dame's salaries, at all ranks, in the # 1 rating. Notre Dame particularly seeks applications from minorities, women, and those who are attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.
Send letter and CV by November 16 to James Dougherty, 356 O'Shaughnessy Hall, Notre Dame, IN 46556-5639. The letter should respond specifically to the qualifications, responsibilities and expectations outlined above.
University of Oklahoma - Norman, OK
The Department of Classics and Letters at the University of Oklahoma invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in the 2002-2003 academic year. We are particularly interested in candidates whose area of specialization lies in Latin literature and Roman culture. Candidates must be able to teach Latin and Greek at all levels, Classical Mythology, and Classical literature in translation. We seek candidates with a strong commitment to scholarly research and a demonstrated excellence in and enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching. The Ph.D. must be completed no later than August 2002. This position involves teaching four courses per year (two per semester).
Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and evidence of successful teaching to Professor Ellen Greene (egreene@ou.edu), Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classics and Letters, 101 Kaufman Hall, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73019. Phone: (405) 325-6912. Fax: 405-325-7713. The deadline for receipt of applications is November 30, 2001.
The University of Oklahoma is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, age or disability. The salary is competitive.
UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD - OXFORD, ENGLAND (Two Positions)
POSITION ONE: Camden Professorship of Ancient History. The electors intend to proceed to an election to the Camden Professorship of Ancient History with effect from 1 October 2002, or such later date as may be arranged, in succession to Professor F.G.B. Millar, FBA. The Professor will be expected to have and to maintain an outstanding record in research and publication and to play a major part in sustaining and promoting research in Roman History. No priority will be given to any particular area of expertise; the Professor should have broad interests and sympathies and provide academic leadership over a wide area of Roman History (complementing that of the Wykeham Professor in Greek History).
A non-stipendiary fellowship at Brasenose College is attached to the professorship.
Applications (ten copies, or one only from overseas candidates), naming three persons who have agreed to act as referees on this occasion (with postal and e-mail addresses and telephone/fax numbers), should be received not later than 10 December 2001 by the Registrar, University Offices, Wellington Square, Oxford OX1 2JD, from whom further particulars may be obtained. Further particulars may also be accessed on the Web (URL: http://www.admin.ox.ac.uk/fp/ ).
POSITION TWO: Corpus Christi Professorship of the Latin Language and Literature. The electors intend to proceed to an election to the Corpus Christi Professorship of the Latin Language and Literature with effect from 1 October 2002, or such later date as may be arranged, in succession to Professor M. Winterbottom, FBA.
The Professor will be expected to have and to maintain an outstanding record in research and publication and to play a major part in sustaining and promoting research in Latin Language and Literature. No priority will be given to any particular area of expertise; the Professor should have broad interests and sympathies and provide academic leadership over a wide area of Latin Language and Literature, both poetry and prose.
A non-stipendiary fellowship at Corpus Christi College is attached to the professorship. Applications (ten copies, or one only from overseas candidates), naming three persons who have agreed to act as referees on this occasion (with postal and e-mail addresses and telephone/fax numbers), should be received not later than 10 December 2001 by the Registrar, University Offices, Wellington Square, Oxford OX12JD, from whom further particulars may be obtained. Further particulars may also be accessed on the Web (URL: http://www.admin.ox.ac.uk/fp/).
UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA - PHILADELPHIA, PA
The Department of Classical Studies at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2002. We seek a specialist in any area of Greek or Latin literature, who can teach Greek and Latin at all levels, and who can offer courses that relate the study of antiquity to such fields as anthropology, cultural studies, comparative literature, film studies, or gender studies. Applications, including a cover letter and dossier, should be sent to Prof. Sheila Murnaghan, Chair, Department of Classical Studies, 201 Logan Hall, The University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6304. Applications will be reviewed beginning November 19th 2001, and will be considered until the position is filled. The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Program Director - Arts and Sciences/Computing. The School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania seeks a director for a new under-graduate program in arts and sciences computing. This innovative program will give students a broad exposure to computing techniques in the humanities, social & natural sciences. The program director will be responsible for all aspects of program coordination. In addition, the program director will participate in a team-taught introductory course required of all students who wish to earn the computing certificate. The position reports to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The successful candidate will have several years' experience teaching, substantial programming skills, and a demonstrated talent for innovation in academic settings. The application deadline is 8/10/01; position starts 9/1/01. Send CV to: Carole Gurkaynak, SAS Human Resources, University of Pennsylvania, Room 328A, 3401 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6228. Penn offers an excellent benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription coverage, vision care, life insurance, healthcare/dependent care pre-tax expense account, retirement plan with generous matching, tuition assistance benefits for employees and family, paid holidays, at least 3 weeks paid vacation, and a special winter break is traditionally granted for the days between Christmas and New Year's Day. The University of Pennsylvania is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH - PITTSBURGH, PA
The University of Pittsburgh, Department of Classics invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured position to begin in the Fall Term 2002, pending budgetary approval. The appointment will be at the Assistant, Associate, or full Professor level, with a preference for a candidate qualified for appointment at a tenured rank. The position is that of a specialist in Ancient Philosophy with a commitment to handling ancient texts in Greek and Latin. We are looking for candidates with a strong record of research and publication and a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, both in courses in Greek and Latin and in translation. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in our graduate program in Classics, Philosophy and Ancient Science. Send a vita, three letters of recommendation, a research statement, and evidence of teaching accomplishments by December 14, 2001 to Edwin D. Floyd, Chair, Department of Classics, 1518 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, 15260. E-mail: edfloyd@pitt.edu. We will be interviewing candidates at the American Philological Association meeting in Philadelphia, January 3-6, 2002. There may also be an opportunity for interviews at the American Philosophical Association Meeting in Atlanta, December 28-30, 2001. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups under-represented in academia are especially encouraged to apply.
University of Puget Sound - TACOMA, WA
The Classics Department at the University of Puget Sound invites applications for a full-time, one-year Visiting Assistant Professor for the 2002-03 academic year. Teaching responsibilities include ancient literature and/or culture courses, elementary Greek, and possibly intermediate or advanced language courses. Teaching load is three courses per semester. Ph.D. in Classics (ABD considered), and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and liberal arts education required. Applicants should be generalists with experience teaching one or both of the ancient languages at the introductory level. University representatives plan to attend the APA Conference and will be conducting some preliminary interviews at that time. To apply, submit interest letter, resume and three reference letters to be received no later than January 15, 2002 to: Classics Search, University of Puget Sound, P.O. Box 7297, Tacoma, WA 98406. The University of Puget Sound is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator/employer.
UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS - REDLANDS, CA
The University of Redlands invites applications for a tenure track position in Classics (rank open) beginning fall 2002. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and teaching classes in one or more of the following areas: Greek and Roman philosophy, ancient Greek and Roman history, historical anthropology, classical literature, mythology, and related subjects. Language instruction may be part of the position. We are seeking a person who can develop interdisciplinary courses with colleagues.
Qualifications: Ph.D. at time of appointment in any discipline in which the majority of the work toward the degree was done in areas that concern the ancient Greco-Roman world.
To apply: Send a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and a sample of writing to Professor Kevin O'Neill, Chair, Classics Search Committee, University of Redlands, Post Office Box 3080, Redlands CA 92373-0999. Candidates should submit evidence of effective teaching, of commitment to undergraduate Liberal Arts education, and to meeting the educational requirements of a diverse student body. Candidates should also indicate their plans for continuing scholarly development. Consideration of candidates will begin on November 15, 2001; open until filled.
The University of Redlands is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, nondisqualifying disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or national or ethnic origin. We actively encourage applications from women and members of under-represented populations.
University of South Carolina - Columbia, SC
The University of South Carolina will appoint a Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics with a specialty in Greek for the academic year 2002-2003 with the possibility of renewal. The successful candidate will teach two semesters of beginning Greek, one semester of intermediate Greek, and two large-enrollment courses in Greek mythology and Classical literature in translation. Preference will be given to those with a Ph.D. in hand and demonstrated experience in teaching popular undergraduate courses. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and three supporting letters by 30 November 2001 to Professor Ward Briggs, Chair, Search Committee, Department of French & Classics, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208. The Classics faculty will conduct interviews at the APA/AIA Meeting in Philadelphia, PA, in January 2002. The University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
University of Southern California - Los Angeles, CA (Three Positions)
POSITION ONE: The Department of Classics at the University of Southern California has been authorized to invite applications for a distinguished senior appointment in classical studies at the rank of full professor. Area of specialization is open, but the successful candidate should have an international reputation based on research that has significantly shaped some aspect of the field. Candidates should be prepared to contribute to all elements of the departmental program, including research, teaching at all levels, and outreach to the broader intellectual community. This is a new position that has been granted to the department as part of a long-term strategy to develop and enhance classical studies at USC. Candidates should send a letter of interest, c.v., names and addresses of three referees, and sample publications to Professor Thomas Habinek,, Chair of Search Committee, Department of Classics, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0352. We will begin reviewing materials as of January 15, 2002, but applications will be considered until the post is filled. Those seeking further information about the position are welcome to contact Professor Habinek directly via email (habinek@usc.edu) or phone (213) 740-3684. AA/EOE.
POSITION TWO: The Department of Classics and the Department of Art History at the University of Southern California invite applications for a joint, tenure-track assistant professorship in Greek art. We seek broadly trained candidates who are doing innovative, theoretically informed, and interdisciplinary work in Greek visual culture, especially of the Archaic through Hellenistic periods. The position involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in both Classics and Art History. Strong commitment to research and teaching expected; publications and teaching experience desirable. Ph.D. in hand by May 2002. Starts September 2002. Send letter of application, c.v., transcript, at least three letters of recommendation, and representative publications or writing sample to: Classics/Art History Search Committee, Department of Art History, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0047. We expect to interview at the APA/AIA meetings; please indicate whether you plan to attend. Candidates should insure that their application materials arrive before November 15, 2001. AA/EOE.
For more information on Classics, see our website at http://www.usc.edu/dept/LAS/classics. For more information on Art History, see our website at http://www.usc.edu/dept/LAS/Art_History.
3) The Department of Classics and the Department of Art History at the University of Southern California invite applications for a joint assistant professorship in Greek art. We seek broadly trained candidates who are doing innovative, theoretically informed, and interdisciplinary work in Greek visual culture, especially of the Archaic through Hellenistic periods. The position involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in both Classics and Art History. Strong commitment to research and teaching expected; publications and teaching experience desirable. Ph.D. in hand by May 2002. Starts September 2002. Send letter of application, c.v., transcript, at least three letters of recommendation, and representative publications or writing sample to: Classics/Art History Search Committee, Department of Art History, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0047. We expect to interview at the AIA meetings; please indicate whether you plan to attend. Candidates should insure that their application materials arrive before November 15, 2001. AA/EOE.
For more information on Classics, see our website at http://www.usc.edu/dept/LAS/classics. For more information on Art History, see our website at http://www.usc.edu/dept/LAS/Art_History.
University of Southern Maine - portland, ME
An Assistant Professor, tenure-track position in Classics is open in the Department of Modern and Classical Languages, pending available funding. The research area is open and candidates should be prepared to teach all levels of undergraduate Greek and Latin as well as general education courses in Classics. Priority may be given to candidates that have a specialty in Greek literature and contact with modern Greece. Candidates should demonstrate, in addition to scholarly potential and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, a willingness to advance the study of the classical humanities at the university and in the community. The University of Southern Maine hopes to attract faculty who share a commitment to diversity, tolerance and an active examination of ideas that can provide our students with a greater understanding of the richness and complexity of our society. Candidates must have completed their PhD by August 1, 2002. Send letter of application, three letters of recommendation, transcripts, and your CV to Prof. Peter Aicher, Search Committee Chair, Modern and Classical Languages, University of Southern Maine, RE: 101, PO Box 9300, Portland ME 04104-9300. Review of applications will begin December 15. Finalists will be interviewed at the APA/AIA convention in Philadelphia.
The University of St. Thomas - St. Paul, MN
Modern and Classical Languages - Classics - Tenure Track Faculty position. The University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN, seeks a tenure-track Assistant / Associate Professor in Classical Languages beginning August, 2002. UST is a private, urban, Catholic, comprehensive, Liberal Arts University with a total enrollment of more than 10,000. Primary assignment will be teaching the core area language program and directing a recently developed program in Classical Civilization. We seek a candidate with a Ph.D. and excellent pedagogical skills who enjoys teaching the first two years of Latin and Greek and is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, student advising and departmental/university service. High school teaching experience a plus. Complete information on Classical Civilization program available at www.stthomas.edu. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received by 1/15/02. Submit a letter of application (refer to position #200985), vita, a brief statement of educational philosophy, complete transcripts, three recent letters of recommendation and evidence of excellence in teaching to: Human Resources, Mail #AQU217, 2115 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105. Applications will be reviewed until position is filled. AA/EOE.
University of Sydney - SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
Chair of Classics, School of Philosophy, Gender, History and Ancient World Studies. This is a Senior Academic, continuing appointment. Please quote Internal and External reference number B48/002199 in all correspondence.
Applications and expressions of interest are invited for the Chair of Classics. The University is seeking a scholar of international distinction with an outstanding record of research in Classical Studies. The successful applicant will be expected to promote teaching and research in the languages, literature, philosophy, and civilization of Greece and Rome. Although the successful applicant may have outstanding expertise in either ancient Greek or Latin, preference may be given to someone capable of providing a high level of academic leadership in both fields. The department of Classics, which the Professor will normally be expected to chair, is located in the School of Philosophy, Gender, History and Ancient World Studies, one of four Schools within the Faculty of Arts. The department presently has an enrolment of approximately 700 students enrolled at all levels. It has a distinguished reputation in Classical studies internationally, and its main research strengths include the Greek and Roman novel; Greek and Roman drama; Greek and Roman poetry; Roman history and historians; classical mythology.
The Professor of Classics will be expected to represent the whole discipline internationally and in the local community and work with members of the department and the Head of School, Professor Richard Waterhouse, in devising and implementing innovative teaching programs and research collaborations.
It is anticipated that interviews will be held within three months of the closing date.
The position is full time continuing. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees.
An information package and detailed selection criteria are available, and should be obtained prior to applying, from the Acting head of School, Professor Stephen Gaukroger at telephone 61-2-9351-5658 or e-mail Stephen.Gaukroger@philosophy.usyd.edu.au
Renumeration package: $119,594 p.a. (9which includes a base salary Professor Level E $101,537 p.a., leave loading up to 17% employers contribution to superannuation). Closing Date 6 March 2002.
UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE - KNOXVILLE, TN
The Department of Classics invites applications for a possible full-time, non-tenure-track position at the rank of Instructor to begin in the academic year 2002-2003. The appointment is for one year. Ph.D. degree preferred. The primary area of responsibility will be teaching Latin and Greek at the introductory and intermediate levels. The successful applicant must have experience in teaching one or both languages at these levels. There is a possibility of teaching advanced undergraduate courses in Latin or Greek. Teaching load is 4 courses per semester. Salary: $28,500. Please send a letter of interest and a placement dossier including a curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Christopher P. Craig, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classics, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996-0413. The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.
The Department of Classics seeks to make an appointment of a Classical Archaeologist at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor. Ph.D. required. We seek a field-oriented individual with strong potential for externally funded research. Bronze Age or Early Iron Age specialty preferred. The successful candidate will show strong promise of scholarly achievement, as well as demonstrated excellence in teaching Greek or Latin at the undergraduate level. We will begin to screen applications on November 30 and will continue to review them until the position is filled. Please send application and dossier to David Tandy, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classics, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996-0413. The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS - AUSTIN, TX
The Department of Classics seeks to make an appointment in Classical Literature at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor, beginning September 2002. Special areas of need for the department are Greek tragedy, Hellenistic poetry and later Greek literature, and Post-Augustan Latin literature. The Ph.D., completed by 1 September 2002, is a minimum requirement. Candidates should show promise of scholarly accomplishment and teaching ability in both small and large classes, at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Duties will include teaching, research, and other service appropriate for an academic appointment. Applicants should submit a CV, at least three letters of recommendation, and a sample of recent scholarly work to the Search Committee, Department of Classics, Waggener Hall 123, University of Texas, Austin, TX 78712-1181. To be guaranteed full consideration, completed dossiers should be received by 15 November 2001. After this date, the Department may continue to request and consider credentials of other candidates until the position is filled.
The University of Texas at Austin is an AA/EEO employer. Further information about the Department is available on our web site: http://www.utexas.edu/depts/classics/
UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH (SEWANEE) - SEWANEE, TN
Effective January 16, 2002, Univ. of the South (a.k.a. Sewanee) is no longer accepting applications for this position. Sewanee has stated that all applicants for this position will be contacted in approximately three weeks. (posted 22 January)
Tenure Track position. The University of the South, commonly known as "Sewanee," invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, to begin in the academic year 2002-03. Candidates with a recent Ph.D. in hand are preferred, but ABD's will be considered. The most important qualification is the proven ability to do successful teaching at all undergraduate levels in Latin, Greek, and Classical Studies; essential is the capability of contributing to the Ancient and/or Mediaeval semesters of an interdisciplinary, team-taught, course in the Humanities. The teaching load is six units each year, and the University ordinarily pays for a sabbatical every seventh year. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
The University is comprised of a graduate seminary and a highly selective, coeducational, residential liberal-arts college of 1,300 undergraduates. This appointment is to be made in the Classical Languages Department of the College, which is comprised of three fulltime faculty members. While honoring its Episcopal heritage, the College is non-sectarian in its teaching and recruiting of students and faculty, and strongly protects academic freedom. It is located on 10,000 acres on the Cumberland Plateau between Chattanooga and Nashville, Tennessee.
Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Send a letter of application, including an e-mail address if available, curriculum vitae, any recent publications, and three letters of reference to Prof. William S. Bonds, Chair, Department of Classical Languages, The University of the South, Sewanee, TN 37383-1000. The University of the South is a Title IX/Section 504/ADA/EOE, and women and members of minority groups are particularly urged to apply. For more information, send an e-mail message to William Bonds at bbonds@sewanee.edu, or write to the address above.
UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO - TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA
CENTRE FOR MEDIEVAL STUDIES - Position in Medieval Latin. Applications are invited for a tenure-track position in Medieval Latin at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor at the Centre for Medieval Studies, University of Toronto, beginning 1 July, 2002. The appointee will be expected to demonstrate a clear commitment to language pedagogy, and will work closely within the Centre's Medieval Latin program, teaching and examining graduate students at the Centre at all levels. Candidates must be trained in both Classical and Medieval Latin, and should have specialist graduate training in Medieval Latin as a primary discipline; Medieval Latin must be a clear focus of their research interests. Training in palaeography and codicology is also very desirable, as are teaching and research interests in other areas of medieval studies. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Dossiers, including three letters of reference, should be sent by 15 November, 2001 to: Prof. David Klausner, Director, Centre for Medieval Studies, University of Toronto, 39 Queen's Park Crescent East, Toronto, Ontario M5S 2C3, Canada. Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for this position. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. Further information on the Centre can be found at http://www.chass.utoronto.ca/medieval/.
A) The University of Toronto, Division of Humanities, Mississauga Campus, Theatre and Drama Studies Program and the Department of Classics invite applications for a tenure-stream position at the rank of assistant professor in the area of Ancient Greek and/or Roman theatre history and drama. Expertise in the use of computers in research and pedagogy and/or cultural performance will be an asset. The successful candidate will contribute to the undergraduate programs in both Theatre & Drama Studies (a unique conservatory-style collaboration taught jointly at Sheridan College of Applied Arts and Technology and the University of Toronto at Mississauga) and Classical Civilization on the Mississauga Campus, and to the graduate program of the Department of Classics on the St. George Campus. Appointment to commence July 1, 2002, but is subject to budgetary approval. Salary is commensurate with experience. Ph.D. in Classics required. Candidates should submit by November 30, 2001 a current curriculum vitae, writing sample, and evidence of competence in teaching, and should arrange to have at least three letters of recommendation sent directly to Professor Brad Inwood, Chair, Department of Classics, 97 St. George Street, Toronto M5S 2E8 Canada.
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community, and offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live in one of the most diverse cities in the world. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas.
B) POSITION ONE: Classics and Ancient History. The Department of Classics at the University of Toronto is soliciting applications for two tenure-stream positions at the rank of Assistant Professor. One position is in the field of Greek history and the other in Roman history and/or Latin literature. Successful applicants will be expected to contribute to a growing and research-intensive doctoral programme and to a thriving undergraduate programme in Greek, Latin, and Classical Civilization. The department is particularly interested in candidates who combine a thorough training in Classical languages with an interest in other humanities disciplines.
The appointments will begin 1 July 2002; an appropriate doctoral degree must have been earned by that date. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applications should include: a curriculum vitae, a sample of academic writing, evidence of excellence in teaching, and a short description of the applicant's current research plans. Applicants should also arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to: Classics and Ancient History Search Committee, Dept. of Classics, University of Toronto, 97 St. George St., Toronto M5S 2E8, Canada. Complete applications should reach the Chair of the Search Committee at this address no later than 31 October 2001.
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Any enquiries about the application should be sent to chair.classics@utoronto.ca
POSITION TWO: Ancient Philosophy. The University of Toronto solicits applications for a tenure-stream appointment in Ancient Philosophy. The successful candidate will be jointly appointed to the Departments of Classics and Philosophy.
The successful applicant will be nominated for a tier II Canada Research Chair. Accordingly, candidates are expected to be outstanding scholars in the field of ancient philosophy, whose research and teaching will make major contributions to the quality and stature of the field and the two departments. The person appointed will join an active group of teacher-researchers at the University of Toronto and will be affiliated with the Collaborative Programme in Ancient and Medieval Philosophy.
The appointment is to begin July 1, 2002. Salary and rank commensurate with experience.
Applicants should send: a complete curriculum vitae; one sample of academic writing; a short statement about their current research programme; appropriate material about their teaching; the names of three academic referees who could be consulted about their qualifications. The application should be sent directly to: Ancient Philosophy Search Committee, Department of Classics, University of Toronto, 97 St. George Street, Toronto, Canada M5S 2E8. To ensure full consideration, the application should be received by October 31, 2001.
The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live in one of the most diverse cities in the world and is strongly committed to diversity within its community. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Any enquiries about the application should be sent to chair.classics@utoronto.ca.
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH - SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Classics position. The Department of Languages and Literature at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track position at the entry level in Classics. The candidate's scholarly strength should be in Latin and Augustan Poetry. Competence in Greek and Roman Religion is also desired. Candidates must be able to teach a broad range of general courses in Classical Civilization, Comparative Literature and Intellectual Traditions of the West. Strong commitment to scholarship and publication as well as to undergraduate teaching is necessary. Teaching load is two courses per semester. The University of Utah offers excellent research opportunities. Ph.D. required by time of appointment. Interviewing will take place at the APA Convention in Philadelphia, PA, January 3-6, 2002. Please submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation by November 16, 2001 to Professor T. Richard Chi, Chair, Department of Languages and Literature, 255 South Central Campus Drive, Room 1400, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112. E-mail: jdavis@mail.hum.utah.edu.
As an EO/AA Employer, the University of Utah encourages applications from women and minorities and provides reasonable accommodation to known disabilities of applicants and employees.
UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA - VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
Please Note: this ad originally appeared in the July 2001 issue of Positions. Please see the text for updated information.
The Department of Greek and Roman Studies has extended the deadline for the following position to November 30, 2001 and now invites applications from the international community for a senior level position in Roman History. We are seeking to make the appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. Applicants should be demonstrably active in research and publication, should be able to offer a broad range of courses in Roman history, to introduce innovative courses related to their research areas, and to teach Latin at all levels of the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. In addition, the successful candidate should be willing to supervise MA students concentrating on Roman history and to participate in other relevant components of our MA programme. The Department is interested in applications from candidates whose work reflects an engagement with social and cultural history. Applications from candidates with innovative, interdisciplinary or cross-cultural approaches to Roman history will also be particularly welcome. A willingness to contribute to the life and growth of the department is essential. The appointment will commence on 1 July 2002; rank of appointment will depend on the qualifications of the successful candidate. The salary floor for an Associate Professor in 2000-2001 was $60,000. Please send a letter of application and curriculum vitae to the Acting Chair. In addition, three referees should be asked to send confidential letters to the Acting Chair by 30 November 2001. Professor Ingrid E. Holmberg, Acting Chair, Department of Greek and Roman Studies, Box 3045, University of Victoria, Victoria, B.C. V8W 3P4, Canada. Telephone: (250) 721-8528; Fax: (250) 721-8516; e-mail address: ingrid@uvic.ca; website: http://web.uvic.ca/grs/.
The University of Victoria is an equity employer and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and aboriginal persons. Advertisement is in compliance with University of Victoria Equity Plan.
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA - CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
The Department of Classics at the University of Virginia announces a temporary junior faculty position for academic year 2002-2003. We welcome applications from specialists in any area of Greek or Roman antiquity except archaeology and art. Teaching will include courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels in Latin and/or Greek and a classical civilization course. Preference will be given to those likely to have their Ph.D. by the time of appointment. Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample to John F. Miller, Chairman, Department of Classics, P. O. Box 400788, 401 New Cabell Hall, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA 22904-4788. Deadline for receipt of materials: November 15, 2001. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, the University of Virginia encourages applications from women and members of minority groups. E-mail: jfm4j@virginia.edu.
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON - SEATTLE, WA
The History Department at the University of Washington invites applications for a position in ancient history, with a specialization in Roman history. Tenure-track assistant professorship, beginning September 2002. Applicants should have the Ph.D. or be in the final stages of their Ph.D. program, and will be expected to participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching and independent research. Candidates will be expected to teach an introductory ancient history survey class, and undergraduate and graduate classes in their areas of scholarly specialization. Applications, including c.v., statement of research and teaching interests, writing sample, and three letters of recommendation, should be sent to Professor Alain Gowing, Search Committee Chair, Department of History, University of Washington, Box 353560, Seattle, WA 98195-3560. Priority will be given to applications received by November 15, 2001. The university is building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates. The University of Washington is an AA/EOE.
UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR - WINDSOR, ONTARIO, CANADA (Three Positions)
The University of Windsor invites applications for two tenure-track positions in Classical Studies: one in the area of Roman Studies, one in the area of Greek Studies; and a 3-year limited-term faculty position in Classics (AOS Open) commencing July 1, 2002. All three positions are subject to Budgetary Approval. For detailed position descriptions visit our website at http://www.uwindsor.ca/facultypositions. Application deadlines are as follows: Roman Studies - November 1, 2001; Greek Studies - November 15, 2001; Classics (AOS Open) - March 1, 2002. Contact Dr. Susan Wendt-Hildebrandt, Head, Languages, Literatures and Cultures, University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario, N9B 3P4 Canada. Telephone: 519-253-3000, Ext. 2873; Fax; 519-971-3648; E-mail: swh@uwindsor.ca.
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, WI
POSITION ONE: The Department of Foreign Languages and Linguistics of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee seeks to hire an assistant professor (tenure track) starting in August, 2002 with a specialization in Classical Philology and with experience and interest in Great Books pedagogy. The Ph.D. is required. Candidates for the position must offer promise of a strong program of scholarly research. Responsibilities include 1) the teaching of Greek, Latin, and Classical Civilization courses, and 2) teaching and assisting in the Great Books program. Send letter of application, c.v., three letters of recommendation, sample publications or dissertation chapter to Prof. Richard C. Monti, Classics Search Committee, Department of Foreign Languages and Linguistics, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, P.O. Box 413, Milwaukee, WI 53201. Applications must be postmarked by December 12, 2001. The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is an AA/EEO institution.
POSITION TWO: The Department of Foreign Languages and Linguistics of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee seeks applications for a possible position for an Adjunct Assistant Professor in Classics for spring semester, 2002. A Ph.D. in Classical Philology is required. Responsibilities consist of teaching courses in Greek, Latin and Classical Civilization. Send letter of application (applicants should specify that they are applying for the Adjunct Assistant Professor position), cv, three letters of recommendation, sample publications or dissertation chapter to Prof. Richard C. Monti, Department of Foreign Languages and Linguistics, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, P.O. Box 413, Milwaukee, WI 53201. Applications must be postmarked by December 21, 2001. The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is an AA/EEO institution.
Specialist in Ancient Western Art and Architecture (e.g. Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Ancient Near East). Tenure Track. Assistant Professor. Definite. Start August 2002. Ph.D. required. Teaching experience preferred. The Art History department at UWM offers the B.A. and M.A. with an optional Certificate in Art Museum Studies at the Masters level. Eight faculty members cover specialties from ancient through contemporary western art as well as Asian, African and Pre-Columbian. There are faculty in archaeology, ancient history, and classical languages in the Anthropology, History, and Foreign Languages and Linguistics departments respectively. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses and graduate seminars in ancient western art and architecture and the introductory Ancient to Medieval survey. Participation in programs in International Studies and Study Abroad is strongly encouraged. For more information see web site at http://www.uwm.edu/Dept/ArtHistory/. Send cover letter, c.v., three letters of reference sent by referees, and sample publications or dissertation chapter to: Barry Wind, Chair, Dept. of Art History, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, PO Box 413, Milwaukee, WI 53201. Email: bwind@uwm.edu. Applications must be postmarked by Jan. 15, 2002. Initial interviews will be conducted at the CAA convention in February 2002. UWM is an AA/EO employer.
UTICA COLLEGE - UTICA, NY
Search Reopened. Assistant Professor of English (tenure-track) to begin August 1, 2002. An active undergraduate department seeks a specialist in classical literature in translation to teach courses in Western Literature Survey to the Renaissance, Greek and Roman mythology, and Studies in Drama. 50% of load in written communication. Doctorate in hand by August 2002, significant course work in classical languages and literature, and experience in teaching composition. Preliminary interviews at MLA and possibly APA conventions. Quality teaching is our first priority, but professional accomplishment and service are expected. Send letter of application and CV to Dr. Mary Anne Hutchinson, Chair, English Search Committee, Utica College, Drawer 187c, 1600 Burrstone Rd., Utica, NY 13502 by November 1, 2001. Utica College is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer which encourages women and minorities to apply.
VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY - NASHVILLE, TN
The Department of Classical Studies invites applications for the position of Mellon Assistant Professor of Classical Studies. The position is for a three-year term, not on the tenure track, effective Fall of 2002. Ph.D. and some teaching experience required; candidates should be no more than four years past their Ph.D. Applicants should be generalists prepared to teach Greek and/or Roman Civilization, Mythology, and courses in the classical languages. Because the department has added a major in Ancient Mediterranean Studies, we also welcome applicants who could teach a freshman seminar on a subject related to Judaism, Christianity, or Islam. Candidates should send letters of application and dossiers to Professor Susan F. Wiltshire, Chair, Department of Classical Studies, VU Station B #351740, 2301 Vanderbilt Place, Nashville TN 37235-1740, no later than December 5, 2001. Dossiers should include a curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and teaching evaluations. Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and offers domestic partner benefits.
Vassar College - Poughkeepsie, NY
1) Blegen Fellow Position, 2002-03. The Vassar College Department of Classics invites applications for the Blegen Research Fellowship in 2002-03, which is intended for a scholar who requires a year of reduced teaching responsibility to develop or bring to fruition a major project in a specified area of research. The fellowship is tenable for one year by a scholar who has taught full-time at a college or university for at least three years and holds the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (or its equivalent). For the 2002-03 academic year we invite applications from scholars involved in the study of Latin literature.
In addition to pursuing his or her research, the Blegen Fellow will teach two courses. One, of the Fellow's own devising, should be taught at the advanced level on a subject of interest to the general student body and related to the Fellow's research interests. In addition to this course, the Fellow will teach a course from the regular curriculum selected by the department according to need. For this purpose, the applicant must be able to teach an advanced level course in Latin involving close reading of texts. It is also hoped that the Fellow will contribute to the intellectual life of the department and college in other less formal ways. The fellowship carries a stipend appropriate to experience, plus benefits, and the use, without cost, of a large, furnished two bedroom apartment (including utilities).
The deadline for applications is January 15, 2002. Applications should be sent to Rachel Kitzinger, Chair, Department of Classics, Box 733, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12604. Applications should include: (1) a curriculum vitae; (2) a statement describing the content and current status of the applicant's research project; (3) one or two suggestions for a general lecture course related to the applicant's interests (including a title and brief course description); (4) a representative specimen of the applicant's work; (5) the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of two referees, whom the applicant should ask to send supporting letters to the above address without delay. The selection process will take into account the needs of the department in addition to the intrinsic merits of the applicant. Vassar College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
2) The Classics Department at Vassar College seeks candidates for a three-year Visiting Assistant Professor position. The successful candidate will be a generalist who can teach Greek and Latin at all levels of the undergraduate curriculum, as well as courses in translation at the intermediate and advanced level. Candidates must have the Ph.D. in hand by June, 2002. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience and research interests in areas of interest to undergraduates.
The deadline for applications is December 10, 2001. Applications and dossiers should be sent to Rachel Kitzinger, Dept. of Classics, Box 733, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12604. Dossiers should include (1) a curriculum vitae; (2) a statement describing the content and current status of the applicant's research project; (3) a representative specimen of the applicant's work; and (4) three letters recommendation. The selection process will take into account the needs of the department in addition to the intrinsic merits of the applicant. Vassar College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Victoria University of Wellington - Wellington, New Zealand
Chair in Classics. Victoria University of Wellington invites applications for the position of Professor of Classics. The appointee will be an outstanding scholar of international standing, with an active research agenda, as well as a dedicated teacher of Classics, who has demonstrated evidence of academic leadership and administrative capacity. The Professor will be responsible for the development of innovative teaching and research programmes as well as representing the discipline within the School, to the University, and to the wider community.
Classics at Victoria has about 1000 enrolments in Classical Studies, Greek and Latin, from first year to PhD level. There are eight staff with research interests in mythology, drama, history, film studies, social history, thanatology, and Greek, Roman and Etruscan art, as well as in Greek and Roman literature.
Applications should include: (1) a detailed letter of application; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) the names and email addresses of three referees. Send to: Human Resources Assistant, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Victoria University of Wellington, PO Box 600 Wellington, New Zealand. Fax to: +64-4-463-5209. The closing date is 7 June 2002. Please quote reference HSS 225. For further information about the position, visit www.nzjobs.co.nz/vuw, e-mail hss-appoint@vuw.ac.nz, or phone 64-4-463-5236.
Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the Classics programme website (www.vuw.ac.nz/classics). For further information about the programme in Classics, please contact Dr. David Rosenbloom, Victoria University of Wellington, PO Box 600, Wellington, New Zealand (Tel. +64-4-463-5478; Fax 64-4-463-5388; e-mail: david.rosenbloom@vuw.ac.nz).
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY - ST. LOUIS, MO
The Department of Classics of Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a term appointment (leave replacement) at the rank of Lecturer, for the academic year 2002-2003, in the field of Greek history. Candidates are sought with PhD in Classics in hand, who are prepared to teach courses in Greek and/or Latin as well as "Greek History: Archaic and Classical" (fall) and "The Age of Alexander" (spring) in our regular 4-semester sequence of ancient history courses. This visiting position will carry a teaching load of 3 and 2, the third course in the fall to be a section of a seminar-style great books course (Text and Tradition). Washington University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. We especially encourage applications from women and members of minority groups. Candidates are asked to send a letter of application with CV, transcript, and at least three letters of reference, to Prof. Robert Lamberton, Chair, Department of Classics, Campus Box 1050, Washington University, One Brookings Drive, St. Louis MO 63130-4899. Applications received by February 28 will receive first consideration. Inquiries to rdlamber@artsci.wustl.edu.
Wesleyan University - Middletown, CT (Two Positions)
POSITION ONE: A tenure-track position to begin in Fall 2002; the appointment will be at the rank of assistant professor, or possibly untenured associate professor. We will consider ABD's who will have the Ph.D. in hand by August 31, 2002. The principal area is Latin literature, preferably with a specialization in the Republican or Augustan period. The successful candidate should also be able to teach courses in Greek language and literature, and in Classical Civilization. The course load is 2-2. A complete application should consist of an academic dossier, a writing sample of no more than 25 pages, and at least three letters of recommendation. To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by December 1, 2001. We will be interviewing candidates at the APA annual meeting in January, 2002. Please submit applications to: Andrew Szegedy-Maszak, Chair, Department of Classical Studies, Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT 06459-0146. Wesleyan University values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
POSITION TWO: A one-year replacement at the rank of visiting instructor or visiting assistant professor for the 2002-2003 academic year with a specialty in Roman History and Civilization. The successful candidate will teach four courses (2-2), including a one-semester lecture survey of Roman history and two courses in Latin (intermediate and advanced). For the fourth course, applicants should propose a topic within their own area of expertise on some aspect of Roman civilization and/or material culture. The Department maintains close ties with Wesleyan's Archaeology Program and the Department of Art and Art History, so that courses of interest to students in all three would be especially welcome. A complete application should consist of an academic dossier, a writing sample of no more than 25 pages, and at least three letters of recommendation. To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by December 1, 2001. Please submit applications to: Andrew Szegedy-Maszak, Chair, Department of Classical Studies, Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT 06459-0146. Wesleyan University values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
WILLIAMS COLLEGE - WILLIAMSTOWN, MA
The Department of Classics at Williams College welcomes applications for a one-year visiting appointment for the academic year 2002-2003 at the rank of Assistant Professor, although a senior appointment is possible in exceptional circumstances. Applicants should be prepared to teach a survey course in Greek or Roman history or archaeology in addition to an advanced Latin course on the Aeneid and other language courses in Greek and/or Latin. Candidates should have the Ph.D. in hand or be completing the dissertation and should evidence a strong commitment both to undergraduate teaching and to scholarship. Applications must be received by December 3, 2001. Please send a curriculum vitae and a complete dossier, including at least three letters of recommendation, to: Professor Meredith C. Hoppin, Chair, Department of Classics, 26 Hopkins Hall Drive, Williams College, Williamstown, MA 01267. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, Williams welcomes applications from women and minority candidates.
Wright State University - Dayton, OH
The Department of Classics announces a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level to begin in September, 2002. The department seeks a generalist who can teach both Greek and Latin at all levels, courses in translation, topics in social and material culture, as well as courses in Great Books or the Western Tradition in the university's general education program. The Ph.D. in hand is essential and any area of expertise is welcome; publication is encouraged, although excellent teaching is the department's primary mission. Experience or willingness to lead student trips to Greece, Italy or Turkey, or to work with area high school teachers, or knowledge of computer technology in education a plus. Send a letter of application, CV, and at least three letters of recommendation by May 1, 2002 to: Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classics, Wright State University, Dayton, OH 45435. WSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
XAVIER UNIVERSITY - CINCINNATI, OH
The Classics Department at Xavier University, a Jesuit-Catholic institution, invites applications for a one-year appointment at the rank of visiting assistant professor. Applicants should have experience teaching Latin and Greek (especially lower- and intermediate-level language courses) and be prepared to teach courses in translation such as Greek civilization, Roman civilization, and Greek and Latin literature. The course load is four courses each semester. Ph.D.s and qualified ABDs may apply. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please send letter of application, transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and proof of teaching excellence (syllabi, course evaluations, etc.) to: Dr. Edmund P. Cueva, Chair, Department of Classics, Xavier University, 3800 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45207. Xavier is an affirmative action/equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications from women and minorities. Interested candidates who applied for the tenure-track position can write to have their files reopened. For more information on Xavier, please visit our website at www.xu.edu. (4/15)
Department of Classics - Assistant Professor. Xavier University, a Jesuit-Catholic institution, invites applications for an assistant professor tenure track position in the Department of Classics. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Classics at the time of application. Their primary training should be in Latin and Greek philology, but they should also have an understanding of the two civilizations that shows breadth and depth. Special consideration will be given to those with proven research interests in Greek and Roman philology. Teaching experience is required. The primary mission of the department is teaching at all undergraduate levels. Candidates will be expected to teach a variety of courses in Latin, Greek and classical civilization, in particular "Women in Antiquity" and "World Mythology," but be especially committed to text based instruction. The position may also include tutorials, individualized studies, and/or senior projects. In addition to teaching duties, the university expects candidates to be active scholars and to participate in university governance. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of excellent teaching and scholarship and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and students.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, graduate transcripts, at least three letters of recommendation, and a sample of published scholarly work by November 30, 2001 to: Professor JoAnn Recker, Classics Search, Xavier University, 3800 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45207. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed at the APA/AIA Joint Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA in January 2002. For more information on Xavier University please visit our website at www.xu.edu. EO/AAE
