The Department of Classics at Union College in Schenectady, NY invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track Lecturer position in Classical Archaeology beginning in Fall 2019. PhD should be in hand by August 2019. The initial appointment will be for a three-year period with the possibility of renewal. Teaching responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, courses in Classical Archaeology, Archaeological Methods, and other courses in translation. Teaching competencies must also include Greek and Latin at all undergraduate levels. Contributions to the College's interdisciplinary programs are welcome (e.g. Computational Methods, Digital Media, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Religious Studies, Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies. A full list of programs may be found here: www.union.edu/interdisciplinary-studies). Co-curricular responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, assisting students in finding fieldwork opportunities and funding, establishing relationships with local organizations, supporting the integration of archaeological resources in the courses of other disciplines, working with colleagues in the sciences on the use of multi-disciplinary instrumentation, initiating innovative approaches to the integration of Classics and the Sciences, and mentoring a diverse student body. Union employs a trimester system, and the normal teaching load is two courses per term.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, including a statement regarding experience working with diverse student populations and/or ability to contribute to a diverse community, a CV, two sample course syllabi, a teaching statement, and names and contact information for three references through our online application system at jobs.union.edu. An email will be sent automatically to references requesting a letter of recommendation. Further information about Union College may be found at www.union.edu. Applications must be received by January 10, 2019. We will not interview at the annual meeting of the SCS/AIA. We anticipate conducting first-round interviews via Skype. Questions may be directed to classicschair@union.edu.
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