OBERLIN COLLEGE – OBERLIN, OH
The Department of Classics at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time, non-continuing faculty position for two semesters, beginning first semester of academic year 2007-08, at the rank of Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics, dependent on qualifications.
Incumbent will teach courses in ancient Latin and Greek at all levels, and one course in Classical Civilization. Requirements: Ph.D. or ABD in Classics. Candidates must demonstrate interest and potential excellence in undergraduate teaching, particularly in Latin language and literature. Some preference given to candidates able to teach a civilization course in ancient social history or cultural studies. Successful teaching experience at the college level desirable.
The Department of Classics has four full-time faculty and teaches the wide range of courses in Classical Civilization, including Greek and Roman literature, ancient history, and mythology, as well as four years each of Latin and Greek. For more information about the Department of Classics at Oberlin, consult our website, www.oberlin.edu/classics. Phone: 440-775-8390; Fax: 440-775-808
Send letter of application, c.v., graduate academic transcripts, and at least three letters of reference, to: Kirk Ormand, Chair, Department of Classics, Oberlin College, Oberlin, Ohio 44074, by 3/15/07. Application materials received after that may be considered until position filled. Please do not send writing samples or teaching evaluations at this time; we may ask for them at a later date.
Oberlin College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the development of a climate that supports equality of opportunity and respect of differences based on gender, ethnicity, disability, and sexual orientation. Oberlin was the first coeducational institution to grant bachelor's degrees to women and historically has been a leader in the education of African-Americans; the college was also among the first to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from individuals who would contribute to the diversity of our faculty.