Northwestern University - Evanston, IL (Five Positions)
New in November: The Department of Classics at Northwestern University seeks applications for one or more Mellon Post-doctoral Fellows. The area of specialization is open. The appointment is from September 2002, for a period of two years. The PhD must be completed by the start date.
We are seeking candidates with ambitious research interests and strong teaching abilities. Mellon Fellows are assigned two quarter-long courses per year, one of which will be a seminar. Fellows are expected to attend departmental colloquia, and to present one colloquium each year. They will also be members of Northwestern's Classical Traditions Initiative, a broad based humanities project comprising the interests of about twenty-five faculty members in various departments. Salary is competitive, with additional funding for professional travel, computers, etc. Northwestern University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply. Candidates for other positions in the Department need not reapply, but will be considered for the Mellon as appropriate
Applications, including a letter of application, a c.v., a sample of scholarly writing, a brief research proposal, teaching record, and three letters of recommendation should be submitted to Prof. Robert Wallace, Chair, Mellon Search Committee, Department of Classics, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL 60208-2200, telephone: (847) 491-7597; fax (847) 491-7598; E-mail address: rwallace@northwestern.edu. Deadline: December 15, 2001.
POSITION ONE & TWO: The Department of Classics of Northwestern University invites applications for two full-time positions. The rank of both positions is open: tenure-track or tenured associate or full. We seek two colleagues demonstrating outstanding scholarly abilities, broad and innovative intellectual interests, and a commitment to excellent teaching. For one of these positions, candidates should have strong research interests in ancient philosophy, with a broader Classical orientation (which might for example include tragedy, rhetoric, cultural history). The area of the second position is open, although applications are encouraged in the areas of Latin and Roman history or culture. (Archaeologists/art historians should direct applications to Northwestern's Department of Art History: see below.) In addition to full membership in the Department of Classics, the successful candidates will participate in a multi-disciplinary initiative to expand Northwestern's program in the literary, philosophical and cultural traditions of the Classical world at both graduate and undergraduate levels, with faculty contributions from the Departments of Classics, Philosophy, Political Science, Art History, Law, German, English, and Religion. The Department of Classics is committed to gender and ethnic diversity. Women and minorities are urged to apply. The deadline for applications is December 1. We plan to interview at the APA. All candidates should send an application letter and CV. Candidates for an assistant professorship should also send a writing sample, normally not longer than 25 pages, and have three letters of recommendation reach the search committee by the application deadline. Candidates for a tenured position should submit copies of two recent publications and the names of three referees by the deadline. All materials should be sent to Prof. Robert Wallace, Chair, Department of Classics, Northwestern University, Evanston IL 60208. e-mail: rwallace@northwestern.edu. AA/EOE.
POSITION THREE: The Department of Art History of Northwestern University seeks to make a full-time appointment (rank open) in the art and/or architecture of the ancient Mediterranean world, commencing Fall 2002. S/he will teach and advise at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and will participate in a campus-wide multi-disciplinary initiative in the literary, philosophical and cultural traditions of the classical world. Ph.D. and a record of publications and teaching commensurate with the applicant's potential rank are expected. Applications from minority scholars are especially welcome. Send letter of application, CV, and names of three references to S. Hollis Clayson, Chair, Department of Art History, 244 Kresge Hall, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL. 60208-2208. AA/EOE. The deadline for application is November 15, 2001.
POSITION FOUR: The Department of Philosophy of Northwestern University invites applications for a full-time appointment in ancient Greek and Roman philosophy. Rank open. Normal teaching, research, advising, and committee responsibilities. In addition to full membership in the Philosophy Department, the successful candidate will participate in a multi-disciplinary initiative to expand Northwestern's program in the literary, philosophical and cultural traditions of the classical world at both graduate and undergraduate levels. For senior candidates a distinguished record of scholarship is essential; and the equivalent, in promise, for junior candidates. EEO/AA. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged. All candidates should send material to Richard Kraut, Chair, Search Committee B, Department of Philosophy, Northwestern University, 1818 Hinman Ave., Evanston IL 60208-1315. Senior candidates should supply a curriculum vitae together with the names and addresses of three referees. Senior applications that are complete by November 16 will be assured of the most careful consideration. Junior candidates should supply a curriculum vitae and writing sample, and should also have at least three letters of recommendation sent to the committee. All material from junior candidates must be received by November 16.