The Department of Classical & Modern Languages in the School of Arts & Letters at Truman State University is seeking a tenure-track faculty member in Classics with specialization in Latin to start August 2015, pending funding and final approval.
Required Qualifications: The position requires a Ph.D. in Classics or Latin; ABD will be considered with Ph.D. completion expected by August 10, 2015.
Responsibilities:
Teaching responsibilities include Latin language classes at all undergraduate levels as well as courses in Roman civilization and possibly in Roman history. Scholarly activity and output appropriate to the rank are expected consistent with Truman’s teacher-scholar model. Additional duties include advising, mentoring of students in research and other experiences, and service to the university.
Applicants will be evaluated on:
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness in Latin
- Evidence of ability to offer courses in Roman civilization
- Strong communication skills (oral, written and interpersonal)
- Enthusiastic commitment to the liberal arts and sciences as a teacher-scholar, with undergraduate student development and accomplishment as the highest priority
- Willingness to participate in the mentoring of students in high impact experiences such as undergraduate research, service-learning, internships, study abroad, cultural activities, and the Classics honorary society
Salary: Salary is commensurate with experience and education. The benefits package includes life, health and disability insurance, retirement contributions, and reimbursed assistance for moving expenses. Promotion and awarding of tenure is based on success as a teacher-scholar; a departmental policy on promotion and tenure is available upon request.
Program: The Classics program at Truman has 4 full-time faculty positions and provides undergraduate courses from elementary to advanced levels in Greek and Latin, as well as courses in Greek and Roman literature in translation, Greek and Roman civilization, women and gender in the ancient world, and other topics related to classical antiquity. Truman offers the B.A. degree in Classics along with minors in Greek, Latin, and Classical Studies. The Classics program is part of the Department of Classical & Modern Languages, which offers study in 12 languages. For more information about the program and Truman State University, please visit http://www.truman.edu/.
The University: A vibrant community of teacher-scholars involved with a highly-selective student body, Truman is a residential university providing its approximately 6,000 students with broad liberal arts experiences and study-in-depth in 48 undergraduate majors and eight graduate programs. Truman's students are well-prepared academically. Most have leadership experience and over 45 percent will enter graduate or professional education within a year of graduation. Over 20 percent of Truman students engage in significant undergraduate research and creative projects, including participation in the annual undergraduate research conference.
Truman is nationally recognized for the quality of educational opportunities that it offers to students and for its leadership in the assessment of student learning and continuous improvement. Truman, Missouri’s only highly selective public liberal arts and sciences university, has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for the 18th year in a row as the no. 1 Public University in the Midwest Regional category. The Washington Monthly ranks Truman as the no. 2 Masters’ University in the United States, reporting that, “Truman State is unusually successful in not just graduating students but also preparing them to make lasting contributions to society,[for] much less than the private institutions that are similarly ranked.”
The Community: Located in Kirksville, Truman plays a vital role in the thriving regional center of northeast Missouri. The city enjoys a low crime rate, excellent schools, and low cost of living. Within a few minutes’ drive, a broad range of outdoor recreational opportunities is easily accessible. Kirksville is connected to St. Louis (STL) by Cape Air (www.flycapeair.com). Amtrak operates the Southwest Chief on daily schedules from Kirksville to Chicago, Kansas City, and points southwest to Los Angeles. A.T. Still University maintains dental and medical schools in Kirksville.
Application: The application process is coordinated by the School of Arts and Letters. Electronic submission of applications is required and must be completed at http://employment.truman.edu. Completed applications must include:
- Cover letter that addresses the required qualifications, scholarly activity interests and any other applicant characteristics that merit emphasis
- Current curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy that presents the candidate’s commitment to the liberal arts and sciences and to student development
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (including student evaluations where available, with reflective summary)
- Evidence of scholarly engagement
- Sample syllabus for a survey class (non-majors) in Roman civilization
- Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable)
- Three letters of recommendation
Review of applications will begin March 16, 2015 and continue until the position is filled. If hired, applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States, official graduate transcripts, or documentation of degrees. Questions about this position may be directed to Dr. James O'Donnell, Dean of the School of Arts and Letters, at saldean@truman.edu.
Truman State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed
to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act;
women and minority candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.