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.