The Department of Languages and Cultures at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University (CSB/SJU) seeks enthusiastic applicants for a two-year position as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics beginning August 2022. The successful candidate will have a generalist training enabling one to teach Greek and Latin courses of all levels and a breadth of Classical culture courses taught in English and complementing existing strengths in history and archaeology (the teaching load will include six four-credit courses and one two-credit “language lab”). The candidate will join a Classics Program taught by talented teacher-scholars, including one full-time Classicist and several supporting colleagues housed in partner programs. The Classics Program embraces a broad view of the Classical world and is excited to implement a newly revised curriculum next year, which includes majors and minors in Ancient Mediterranean Studies or Classical Languages. The Classics Program is part of the Department of Languages and Cultures, which is one of the most diverse departments on campus, also including programs in Chinese, French, German, Japanese, and ESL/EBS. In this position, the candidate will enjoy the support of experienced colleagues and an institution that prioritizes the professional development of its faculty as teachers and scholars. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce. Women, people of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
Responsibilities
- Teach Greek and Latin language courses of all levels (beginning, intermediate, and advanced)
- Teach Classical culture courses (in English), including Classical mythology
- Collaboratively advise students on academics, study abroad options, and other professional opportunities
- Support extracurricular programming, including a vibrant Classics Club
- Work in partnership with colleagues toward the success of the Classics Program and Department of Languages and Cultures
Qualifications
Required:
- Ph.D. or A.B.D. in Classics or affiliated field
- Ability to teach Greek and Latin at all levels (beginning, intermediate, and upper-division reading courses)
- Ability to teach a breadth of Classical culture courses (in English) that complement existing strengths; such courses should include Classical mythology and other courses possibly studying ancient literature, philosophy, gender and sexuality, or religion and theology (e.g., the origins of Christianity and New Testament)
- Ability to articulate the value of Classical study in the modern world
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness
- Excellence or potential for excellence in advising and student engagement
- Commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice
Preferred:
- An active research agenda
- Demonstrated ability working effectively with colleagues
- Enthusiasm for liberal arts education, including student-centered teaching, interdisciplinary study, and the important place of Classics at a liberal arts institution
To Apply
Applications are accepted online (https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/csbsju/jobs/3380342/classics-faculty…). Applicants are asked to include the following materials in their application:
- A cover letter describing your interest, teaching experience, possible courses you could teach, and research interests
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy, including discussion of one’s commitment to diversity and inclusion in the classroom and how to apply the study of Classics to the concerns of the modern world
- Contact information (phone and email) for three references that can speak to your qualifications for the position
- Unofficial copy of all transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire)