GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY – WASHINGTON, D.C.
The Department of Classics at Georgetown University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Latin language and literature. The successful candidate will demonstrate scholarly energy and ability, as well as clear signs of pedagogical excellence. Research field is open to those working on Latin through the Classical period. Teaching load is 2 courses per semester; the candidate is expected to teach classes in Greek and Latin at all levels (including Latin prose composition) and literature courses in translation. The successful candidate will join a thriving department, committed both to research and to the teaching and mentoring of its undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students. PhD must be in hand by the time of taking up the appointment.
Applicants should send a cv, cover letter, three letters of recommendation, and a scholarly writing sample (20 pgs. maximum) to Latin Search Committee, Department of Classics, 322 Healy Hall, Georgetown University, Washington DC 20057. Complete applications must be received in hard copy in the office by October 31, 2011. We will conduct interviews at the APA annual meeting in January 2012. Additional questions may be directed to Charles McNelis (cam72@georgetown.edu).
Georgetown University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment opportunity employer.