Pūkenga/Lecturer in Classics (Social History)

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CLASSICS PROGRAMME - TE PUĀWAITAKA O METATAREINA
SCHOOL OF ARTS - TE PAE TAKATA

Classics offers a range of undergraduate courses in Classical Studies, as well as both Greek and Latin (from the introductory level for beginners). Our students are progressively taught aspects of the ancient cultures that existed in the Mediterranean area from the Bronze Age to the Roman Empire. Research-informed courses focus on studying the cultural importance of artistic, archaeological, literary and historical sources, while also linking this material to cross-cultural perspectives, cross-disciplinary approaches, and modern reception studies.

The role/Te mahi

The Classics Programme, University of Otago (New Zealand), invites applications for a permanent position at the rank of Lecturer (equivalent to Assistant Professor in the North American system), beginning 1 June 2025. We are seeking a candidate with experience and a strong track record in engaging teaching and innovative research in the social history of the ancient Mediterranean.

While the area of teaching and research specialisation is open, we are looking for areas that complement those of our staff or are not currently covered in our curriculum, such as cross-cultural approaches, ancient trade and economics, ancient slavery, gender, disability and health, religion and daily life, etc. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to fostering collaborative teaching and research relationships with Māori and/or Pasifika communities, according to principles of Kaupapa Māori; Teu le vā; or similar relevant framework.

In this role, you will:

• teach lower-level undergraduate courses on social history
• develop a combined 3rd year/Honours level course in their area of research expertise.
• contribute to Ancient Greek and Latin language teaching at all levels along with our team-taught courses
• supervise research at Honours, MA and PhD levels
• develop and maintain a strong research profile, including a willingness to seek external research funds
• undertake administrative roles and community / professional service activities that contribute to the overall effectiveness and standing of the Programme.

The course load is 3-3.5 courses per year.

Your skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

The successful candidate is expected to have a PhD with an established research focus in Classics, and to be able to demonstrate a record of high-quality research and teaching.

• An excellent research profile along with a commitment to and/or established connections with international and/or national researchers
• Demonstrated ability in teaching social history as well as Ancient Greek and Latin language courses at all levels
• Interest in community outreach and engagement activities
• A commitment to contribute to teaching and learning environments that support engagement of students and staff with te ao Māori, te reo Māori and mātauranga Māori

Further details/Pūroko

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), permanent position based in Dunedin.

The full-time salary scale for a Lecturer is $90,902 to $107,300 per annum.

The University of Otago is the oldest university in New Zealand. The Classics Programme was one of the University’s foundation subjects and is known for its collegiality as well as its excellence in teaching and research. Our academic staff members are involved in a number of collaborative teaching, research, and outreach projects.

Application/Tono

Candidates are requested to submit the following:

• A CV, including employment history
• A letter of application outlining how you fit the research and teaching role
• Names and email addresses of at least three referees

To submit your application please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2401071 will close on Sunday, 1 September 2024.