Valparaiso University invites applications for a one-year position in Classics at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor (or Visiting Instructor for an ABD-candidate) beginning approximately August 15, 2015. Candidates should have the Ph.D. completed or nearly completed and the ability to teach all levels of Greek and Latin languages, Greek and Roman History, and perhaps some material culture courses, like Classical Archaeology. Strong generalists with a record of excellent teaching and research interests in ancient history or material culture will be given priority.
Valparaiso University is a primarily undergraduate institution of more than 4,000 students, located about an hour from Chicago at the southern tip of Lake Michigan. Valparaiso University does not unlawfully discriminate and aims to employ persons of various backgrounds and experiences to help constitute a diverse community. Its entire EOE policy can be found at http://www.valpo.edu/equalopportunity/index.php. Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to cultural diversity and the ability to work with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds. In addition to strong academic qualifications and excellence in teaching, the University highly values experience in working across cultural and other significant differences. Valparaiso University is an independent university in the Lutheran tradition. Candidates should be interested in working at a university engaged in issues in Christian higher education in the Lutheran tradition. Employment at Valparaiso University will require a satisfactory criminal background check.
Candidates should submit a cover letter outlining their qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation via Interfolio through the following link: http://apply.interfolio.com/29071. Materials should be submitted on or before March 31, 2015. The committee will begin review of candidates immediately.