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The Department of Classical & Modern Languages & Literatures at Texas Tech University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Classics.

Candidates should be experienced and dynamic teachers with a demonstrated interest in contributing to the growth of Texas Tech’s MA and BA programs; the research area is Latin Poetry. Besides complementing the interests of the existing faculty, the ideal candidate will have a diverse set of theoretical and methodological interests and the ability to build bridges with other fields within the Humanities. Teaching duties will be comprised primarily of Latin Language at the MA and all undergraduate levels as well as courses in translation (especially Roman Civilization and Ancient Sports). The candidate must have Ph.D. in hand by June 2017.

The successful candidate will have a strong record of scholarship and the proven capacity or clear potential to bring externally sponsored research to Texas Tech University. Service duties include program-building, as well as commitment to extra-curricular activities. Service to the department, college, and university is expected.

Apply online at www.texastech.edu/careers/faculty-positions.php , job ID 8815BR. Submit letter of application, CV (detailing relevant experience) and a dossier comprised of a short sample of published scholarly work. Send three letters of recommendation to Lloyd Allred, Attn: Classics Search Committee, Department of Classical and Modern Languages and Literatures, Texas Tech University, PO Box 42071, Lubbock, Texas 79409-2071.

The review of applications will begin November 1st, and will continue until the position is filled. Interviews will be held through the Placement Service at the annual meeting of the SCS in Toronto.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Texas Tech University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We actively encourage applications from all those who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community at Texas Tech University. Texas Tech University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. veteran. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and consider the needs of dual career couples.