CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT UNIVERSITY – NEWPORT NEWS, VA
Assistant Professor of Classical Studies - The Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in Classical Studies, beginning August 2006. The successful candidate will have a commitment to undergraduate teaching and learning and will actively contribute to the growth of our Classical Studies program. Teaching responsibilities will include Latin and Greek language and literature at all levels, classical mythology, and classical civilization. We seek a generalist who can contribute to the University's liberal learning core, but strong preference will be given to applicants who have interest and experience in creating innovative, interdisciplinary courses in ancient culture, the classical tradition, and gender studies. The required course load is 4/4. Ph.D. in Classics in hand by July 1, 2006, is required for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, but well-qualified A.B.D. candidates may be considered for a non-tenure-track appointment at the rank of instructor.Christopher Newport University is a selective, residential, state-supported institution of approximately 4,800 students. The University is seeking outstanding teachers who will engage undergraduate and graduate students in creative and disciplined intellectual challenges as well as promising scholars with an active research agenda. A commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching is a hallmark of CNU. For further information on CNU, please visit our website at www.cnu.edu.To apply, send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, undergraduate and graduate transcripts (photocopies acceptable for initial screening), and three letters of recommendation to: Director of Equal Opportunity and Faculty Recruitment, Classical Studies Faculty Search, Search #8183, Christopher Newport University, 1 University Place, Newport News, VA 23606.
Review of applications begins November 25, 2005. Applications received after November 25, 2005, will be accepted but considered only if needed. Representatives from CNU will be available at the Annual Meeting of the American Philological Association in Montreal, Quebec. However, attendance at the Annual Meeting is not required for consideration as a candidate for this position. Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully committed to Access and Opportunity.