BROCK UNIVERSITY – ST. CATHARINES, ONTARIO, CANADA (Three Positions)
POSITION ONE: The Department of Classics at Brock University invites applications for a probationary tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin 1 July 2006.
The Department is seeking a person with an outstanding research profile in Classical Languages and Literature, preferably with expertise in Verse or Drama; an interest in literary critical theory would be an asset. The appointee should expect to teach literature in translation courses, Classical languages and mythology, as well as senior and graduate level specialty seminars. Applicants should have a strong teaching record, demonstrable scholarly promise, and a Ph.D. in hand by the appointment date.
Brock Classics is currently a department of 7 permanent faculty and almost 100 majors, teaching a variety of courses towards pass and honours degrees in Classical Studies, Classical Languages, and Ancient Art and Archaeology. Besides these major programmes, we also offer introductory courses in mythology and civilization to satisfy a general requirement, and first year languages to satisfy a language requirement (as well as Greek and Latin at all levels). Starting in 2006, the department will offer an M.A. degree in Classics.
The department will be conducting preliminary interviews at the 2006 annual meetings of the American Philological Association and the Archaeological Institute of America in Montreal.
Review of applications will begin on 30 November 2005 and will continue until the position is filled. An application should include a letter of application accompanied by a curriculum vitae, a plan of research, evidence of a strong teaching record and a sample of scholarly writing. Applicants should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to: Dr. C.U. Merriam, Chair, Department of Classics, Brock University, 500 Glenridge Ave., St. Catharines, Ont. CANADA L2S 3A1. Fax: (905) 984-4859 email: merriamc@brocku.ca
Brock University is committed to a positive action policy aimed at reducing gender imbalance in the faculty; qualified men and women candidates are equally encouraged to apply. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
More information on the department can be found at www.brocku.ca/classics. The position is subject to final budgetary approval.
POSITION TWO: The Department of Classics at Brock University invites applications for a probationary tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin 1 July 2006.
The Department is seeking a person with an outstanding research profile in Greek Art and Archaeology, preferably with expertise in Archaic or Classical Greek Art. The appointee should expect to teach courses in Greek art and archaeology, Classical Civilizations, and senior and graduate level specialty seminars; ability to participate in the Brock Archaeological Practicum or Study Tour Abroad would be an asset. Applicants should have a strong teaching record, demonstrable scholarly promise, and a Ph.D. in hand by the appointment date.
Brock Classics is currently a department of 7 permanent faculty and almost 100 majors, teaching a variety of courses towards pass and honours degrees in Classical Studies, Classical Languages, and Ancient Art and Archaeology. Besides these major programmes, we also offer introductory courses in mythology and civilization to satisfy a general requirement, and first year languages to satisfy a language requirement (as well as Greek and Latin at all levels). Starting in 2006, the department will offer an M.A. degree in Classics.
The department will be conducting preliminary interviews at the 2006 annual meetings of the American Philological Association and the Archaeological Institute of America in Montreal.
Review of applications will begin on 30 November 2005 and will continue until the position is filled. An application should include a letter of application accompanied by a curriculum vitae, a plan of research, evidence of a strong teaching record and a sample of scholarly writing. Applicants should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to: Dr. C.U. Merriam, Chair, Department of Classics, Brock University, 500 Glenridge Ave. St. Catharines, Ont., CANADA L2S 3A1. Fax: (905) 984-4859; E-mail: merriamc@brocku.ca
Brock University is committed to a positive action policy aimed at reducing gender imbalance in the faculty; qualified men and women candidates are equally encouraged to apply. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
More information on the department can be found at www.brocku.ca/classics. The position is subject to final budgetary approval.
POSITION THREE: The Department of Classics at Brock University invites applications for a probationary tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin 1 July 2006.
The Department is seeking a person with an outstanding research profile in Roman History, preferably with expertise in Republican or Late Antique; an interest in historiography would be an asset. The appointee should expect to teach ancient history and civilization courses, Classical languages (especially Latin), and senior and graduate level specialty seminars. Applicants should have a strong teaching record, demonstrable scholarly promise, and a Ph.D. in hand by the appointment date.
Brock Classics is currently a department of 7 permanent faculty and almost 100 majors, teaching a variety of courses towards pass and honours degrees in Classical Studies, Classical Languages, and Ancient Art and Archaeology. Besides these major programmes, we also offer introductory courses in mythology and civilization to satisfy a general requirement, and first year languages to satisfy a language requirement (as well as Greek and Latin at all levels). Starting in 2006, the department will offer an M.A. degree in Classics.
The department will be conducting preliminary interviews at the 2006 annual meetings of the American Philological Association and the Archaeological Institute of America in Montreal.
Review of applications will begin on 30 November 2005 and will continue until the position is filled. An application should include a letter of application accompanied by a curriculum vitae, a plan of research, evidence of a strong teaching record and a sample of scholarly writing. Applicants should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to: Dr. C.U. Merriam, Chair, Department of Classics, Brock University, 500 Glenridge Ave., St. Catharines, Ont., CANADA L2S 3A1. Fax: (905) 984-4859; E-mail: merriamc@brocku.ca
Brock University is committed to a positive action policy aimed at reducing gender imbalance in the faculty; qualified men and women candidates are equally encouraged to apply. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
More information on the department can be found at www.brocku.ca/classics. The position is subject to final budgetary approval.