The Department of Classics at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a one-year lecturer in Classics with a specialty in Greek history for the 2024-2025 academic year. Successful candidates must have a PhD in hand by the start of employment and must be prepared to teach courses in Greek history (including two consecutive survey courses: Greek History: The Dawn of Democracy and Greek History: The Age of Alexander) and in the Greek language (including intermediate Greek [Plato] and an advanced course on Herodotus). Duties will include teaching three courses per semester and service to the Department of Classics.
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Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Classics, Ancient History, or a closely related field is required at the time of employment.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter and a curriculum vitae including the names and contact information of three references via Interfolio apply.interfolio.com/143785. Inquiries may be sent to Tim Moore, Chair of the Department of Classics (tmoore26@wustl.edu).
Applications received on or before May 1, 2024 will receive full consideration. Consideration after that date will be at the discretion of the search committee.
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Cover Letter
Names and contact information of three references
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