THE EVERGREEN STATE COLLEGE – OLYMPIA, WA
The Evergreen State College seeks a faculty member in Classical Studies whose research and teaching focus on one or more of the following fields: literature, history, philosophy, art history and/or archaeology. The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching about Greek and Roman cultures within the broader Mediterranean world. We especially encourage applications from scholars whose research and teaching focuses on the relationships between Greece and Rome and the ancient civilizations of Africa and Asia. Candidates must be able to teach Greek or Latin, preferably both. Because we are interested in the ways in which knowledge of the past can illuminate the present, we are also seeking candidates with serious research and teaching interests in themes and questions applicable to 21st century questions of global citizenship, with its historical continuities and cultural variations. Such themes could include the meaning of citizenship and democracy, humanity's relationship to the natural world, the relationship between the secular and the spiritual, or the problematic features of empire and colonialism. We would very much value in a colleague the ability to engage these questions in a comparative framework and to do so with consideration of modern texts and issues.
Team teaching is fundamental to the work of faculty members at Evergreen. Faculty members on teaching teams have a significant amount of direct contact with students and enjoy a high degree of freedom to determine the subject matter, pace, emphasis, classroom strategies and modes of evaluation in the programs that they teach. Candidates who have background and interests beyond the humanities and have prior experience teaching with faculty from other disciplines are particularly encouraged to apply. We also encourage applicants who have had experience teaching and/or working with students from underrepresented populations, and who prioritize inspiring a diverse range of students to study Classics.
Minimum Qualifications: ABD in Classical Studies or related field; Demonstrated ability to teach Greek or Latin; College level teaching experience; Experience with interdisciplinary teaching and/or research.
Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in Classical Studies or related field; Experience with team teaching; Interest and ability to teach writing; Experience teaching underrepresented student populations
This is a Regular Faculty position, eligible for continuing appointment after two three-year renewable contracts. All requirements for this position must be completed by the end of academic year 2007-08. Review of complete applications begins January 7, 2008 and will continue until finalists are selected. Representatives from Evergreen State College will be available to informally discuss this position with interested candidates at the APA/AIA Annual Meeting in Chicago, IL in January 2008.
To apply, please enter the following information to our online application form at: http://www.evergreen.edu/facultyhiring: Contact Information, Work Experience, Affirmative Action.
Submit the following items as an attachment(s) with your email or mail materials: Curriculum vitae; Letter of application; 1-2 page statement of your teaching philosophy and practice: Please focus specifically on your understanding and experience of interdisciplinary study and what you believe should distinguish a liberal arts education today; 1-2 page statement of your multicultural experience and/or practice; Examples of scholarly or artistic work. (Research papers or reviews);
Evaluations by students (if available); Two to three current letters of reference from professional colleagues that speak to your teaching experience; in addition, letters from students are often useful. Letters of reference may be emailed or mailed directly to our faculty hiring office.
If you cannot attach the application materials please mail the information to the faculty hiring office: Faculty Hiring Coordinator, The Evergreen State College, 2700 Evergreen Parkway, L-2211, Olympia, WA 98505. (360) 867-6861 voice; (360) 867-6794 fax; (360) 867-6834 TDD; facultyhiring@evergreen.edu
The College reserves the right to extend searches or not offer positions advertised. All position offers are contingent on funding. Persons with disabilities can receive accommodations in the hiring process by contacting the Faculty Hiring Coordinator. The Evergreen State College is an equal opportunity employer. www.evergreeen.edu/facultyhiring