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AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CLASSICAL STUDIES AT ATHENS – ATHENS, GREECE

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POSITION 1: Andrew W. Mellon Professor of Classical Studies. The American School of Classical Studies at Athens seeks a proven scholar with long experience in Greece to be Andrew W. Mellon Professor of Classical Studies. The Professor organizes and conducts the academic program of the School in collaboration with the Director and the Assistant Professor. (S)He must be able to provide a graduate-level introduction to the sites, monuments, museums and topography of Greece and to advise students of the School in their research. In addition, as one of the chief academic officers of the School, the Mellon Professor participates in the governance of the School and, in the absence or incapacity of the Director, assumes the duties of the Director.

The appointment is for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2008. Salary and benefits provided commensurate with rank and experience, TIAA/CREF, health insurance, travel budget, and housing or housing allowance, at the discretion of the Executive Committee of the Managing Committee. The deadline for applications is January 15, 2007. Send a letter of application detailing qualifications for the position (experience in Greece, research and pedagogical agenda), curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to Professor Susan I. Rotroff, Chair, Committee on Personnel, American School of Classical Studies at Athens, 6 - 8 Charlton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540-5232. ASCSA is an EO/AA employer.

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 2 and 3: Directors of the Summer Sessions/Gertrude Smith Professors-Two Positions Term: Summer 2008. Compensation: Stipend commensurate with rank: ranging from $6,000 to $8,000 plus travel and expenses. Qualifications: Former membership in the School. At least two years' teaching in a post-secondary educational institution. Qualified applicants in all areas of classics, including history, art history, languages, and archaeology, are encouraged to apply. Some knowledge of modern Greek. Stamina, good health and a sense of humor. Further information posted on the ASCSA web site: www.ascsa.edu.gr

Duties: To plan the itinerary, in consultation with the staff in Athens, at least six months prior to the session. To collaborate with the Committee on the Summer Sessions in membership selection. To correspond with members concerning travel, equipment, academic requirements, etc. To supervise all aspects of the program in Greece, including teaching, coordinating with on-site expert lecturers, keeping a detailed log of the sessions, and submitting a report to the Director.

Application: A letter of application, a curriculum vitae and three letters of support should be sent to: Prof. Timothy F. Winters, Chair, Committee on the Summer Sessions, Austin Peay State University, Dept. of Languages & Literature, P.O. Box 4487, Clarksville, TN 37044
winterst@apsu.edu.

Postmark deadline: January 15, 2007. The appointments will be announced by March 15, 2007.

POSITION 4: Research Professorship: Malcolm H. Wiener Visiting Research Professor at the Wiener Laboratory of the American School of Classical Studies at Athens.

Term: Early September to June 1, to coincide with the American School's academic year. It is expected that the applicant will maintain a physical presence at the Wiener Laboratory.

Compensation: Maximum $39,000 for ten-month project. (Projects of shorter duration may be considered).

Qualifications: Postdoctoral scholars and professionals in fields relevant to the research interests of the Wiener Laboratory of the American School, including: physical anthropology, zooarchaeology, geoarchaeology and environmental sciences.

Application:

Cover letter naming the applicant, current research interests, and title and brief description of the proposed research project.
Statement (up to 3,500 words) of the proposed research project to be completed during the term of the professorship, including research goals, explicit methodology to be used and relevant bibliography, materials and collections to be studied, timetable and publication schedule, equipment/resources needed while at the Wiener Laboratory, and the reasons the project should occur in Athens at the Wiener Laboratory.
Copies of permit(s) from relevant authorities and letters of permission from excavation or project directors to study proposed materials.
One page description of proposed Wiener Laboratory contribution to the academic program. Candidates who can enrich the teaching mission of the School, by offering seminars, fieldtrips or other contributions, will be particularly welcome.
Budget. Itemize in as much detail as possible, including living and research expenses.
Curriculum vitae with list of publications.
Two letters of reference from scholars in the field commenting on the value and feasibility of the project. Applications should be postmarked no later than November 15, 2006. Dr. Sherry C. Fox, Director, Wiener Laboratory, American School of Classical Studies at Athens, 54 Souidias St., Athens GR106-76 Greece
e-mail: sfox@ascsa.edu.gr

POSITION 5: Rhys Carpenter Faculty Fellow in Classical Studies (Position is in Athens, pending funding. The American School of Classical Studies at Athens invites applicants with strengths in teaching and research and with proven experience in Greece for an appointment as Rhys Carpenter Faculty Fellow in Classical Studies. The appointment, which begins July 1, 2007, is for a one- or two-year term and is not renewable. Candidates must have the Ph.D. Preference will be given to those who are within seven years of having received the Ph.D. at the time of appointment and who currently hold a position at a North American university. The area of specialization is open; however, the School does not wish to duplicate, but rather to complement the expertise of its staff. Approximately one-half time during the academic year (September through May) will be available for research, and one half-time will be devoted to teaching and related duties, such as leading field trips, advising and directing students in individual research, and planning the academic program. The Faculty Fellow will be expected to contribute generally to the intellectual life of the School. The applicant should provide a description of the research project which he or she intends to carry out at the School. Salary commensurate with experience; benefits and housing or housing allowance, at the discretion of the Executive Committee of the Managing Committee. Please note that this position will be available pending funding.

A letter of application, a curriculum vitae, project description (up to three pages in length), and three letters of recommendation should be sent to: Professor Susan I. Rotroff, Chair, Committee on Personnel, American School of Classical Studies at Athens, 6-8 Charlton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540-5232. Tel: 609-683-0800; Fax: 609-924-0578. E-mail: ascsa@ascsa.org Web site: http://www.ascsa.edu.gr

Postmark deadline: NOVEMBER 15, 2006. The appointment will be announced May 12, 2007.

UPDATE:

We have been informed by AMERICAN SCHOOL of CLASSICAL STUDIES at ATHENS that the application deadline for the Elizabeth A. Whitehead Visiting Professorship (appears in the July 2006 issue) has been extended to October 31, 2006.

Elizabeth A. Whitehead Visiting Professors. Term: Early September 2007, to June 1, 2008.

Compensation: $30,000, plus round-trip airfare, board at the School, and housing.

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: Whitehead Professors present a seminar during the winter term on the subject of their expertise or make use of the opportunity, which their presence at the School affords, to contribute to the academic program in some other significant way.

Application:

Curriculum vitae and list of publications.
Statement of current and projected research.
One page description of proposed seminar or other contribution to the academic program.
Account of the frequency and length of earlier visits to Greece.
Three letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the address below.
Applicants may be asked to interview at the annual AIA/APA meetings.

Send application to: Professor Susan I. Rotroff, Chair, Committee on Personnel, American School of Classical Studies at Athens, 6-8 Charlton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540-5232. Tel: 609-683-0800 Fax: 609-924-0578. E-mail: ascsa@ascsa.org Web site: http://www.ascsa.edu.gr

POSTMARK DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2006. The appointments will be announced January 8, 2007.

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