Assistant Professor - Greek Language and Literature, Fall 2023
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
The Department of Classics has been authorized to make an appointment in Greek language and literature at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor. The expertise sought is ancient Greek prose literature with a special interest in Greek history. The successful candidate will have strong promise of scholarly achievement, demonstrated excellence in teaching classical languages, as well as the ability to contribute to our curriculum of large and small courses in classical civilization, literature, or mythology. An active interest in contributing to the department's outreach is desirable. Moreover, we are seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University.
Salary competitive. We will begin screening applications on October 31, 2022, and will continue reviewing them until the position is filled. The first round of interviews will be held on Zoom.
Ph.D. required at the time of appointment.
Please submit a letter of application that highlights strategies for effective engagement with students from diverse backgrounds; a curriculum vitae; and a writing sample. Candidates should provide name and contact information, including telephone number and email address, for at least three references. We will contact references at an advanced stage of the search. Please submit all materials electronically by following the directions posted at http://apply.interfolio.com/111821. Please address inquiries to the chair of the search committee, Stephen Collins-Elliott, at sce@utk.edu.
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