OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE – LOS ANGELES, CA
The English Department of Occidental College is seeking a classicist for a full-time tenure track position at the rank of assistant professor to begin Fall, 2005. This position has been approved by the College. Applicants should hold a PhD or be ABD when appointed. A thorough training in the languages and cultures of ancient Greece and Rome and familiarity with other ancient Mediterranean civilizations as they are represented in Greek and Latin texts from Homer to the New Testament is required; emphasis in gender studies, religion, anthropology, or multi-disciplinary approaches is desirable. A strong commitment to teaching and scholarship within a liberal arts context is essential.
Occidental College is an equal opportunity employer. It is committed to academic excellence in a diverse community that supports interdisciplinary and multicultural academic programs providing a gifted and diverse group of students with an educational experience that prepares them for leadership in a pluralistic world. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Letter of interest should including a statement of teaching philosophy, areas of teaching interest and plans for scholarly work. This letter, a current curriculum vitae, samples of scholarship and three letters of recommendation should be sent to Faculty Search Office M8888, Attention Prof. Michael Near, ECLS Department Search Chair, Occidental College, Los Angeles 90041. Telephone: (323) 259-2864. Email: mnear@oxy.edu. Applications must be received by December 1, 2004.