The Faculty of Classics is seeking to appoint to a University Lectureship in Classics (Ancient History) from 01 September 2015. This post is open to those, at any stage in their career, with a primary research interest in any area of ancient Greek history: archaic, classical or hellenistic. The successful candidate will have, or be expected to develop, a record of world-class research commensurate with the international reputation and top-rank research rating of the Faculty of Classics. Teaching responsibilities will include contributing to the development and delivery of undergraduate courses, and supervising final-year projects and post-graduate students. The post carries with it a Fellowship at Murray Edwards College where the postholder will have some college duties. Salary: £38,511-£48,743
Information about the Faculty can be found at www.classics.cam.ac.uk and information about the College can be found at http://www.murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk
Candidates will need to show evidence of the following qualifications, skills and experience:
- Good first degree and a doctorate in a relevant subject area (or clear evidence that completion of such a doctorate is imminent);
- Evidence of ability to engage in internationally recognised high-level research in ancient Greek history, with publications and participation in scholarly activity commensurate with stage of career;
- Evidence of ability to teach ancient history (both Greek and Roman history) effectively, and at all relevant levels;
- Evidence of ability to teach classical Greek; and a high level of proficiency in Latin;
- Ability to play an effective role in the life and work of the Faculty as a whole;
- Ability to work as part of a team.
To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/4591. This will take you to the role on the University's Job Opportunities pages. There you will need to click on the 'Apply online' button and register an account with the University's Web Recruitment System (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form.
Further particulars may also be obtained from www.classics.cam.ac.uk or from the Secretary of the Selection Committee, Faculty of Classics, Sidgwick Avenue, Cambridge CB3 9DA (tel: 01223 335193, fax: 01223 335409, e-mail: fjf24@cam.ac.uk). Please enclose a CV, cover letter and a sample publication as part of your application.
Referees should be asked to write directly to the Secretary to reach the Faculty by the closing date. Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.
Closing date: Noon of Friday 17 October 2014
Shortlisting: late October 2014
Planned presentation and interview dates: Tuesday 25 and Wednesday 26 November 2014
Please quote reference GE03959 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.