PRINCETON UNIVERSITY – PRINCETON, NJ
DEPARTMENT OF CLASSICS
The Department of Classics in Princeton University announces a tenure-track position for an Assistant Professor in Greek literature, to begin in Fall 2008.
Period and field of specialization are open. We are looking for a candidate capable of contributing to our entire program, both in the languages, from beginning courses through graduate seminars, and classes in translation, both traditional topics and innovative new courses. It is expected that the candidate will have the PhD in hand by September 1, 2008. Applications (no electronic filing please) should be directed to Andrew Ford, Chair of Greek Search Committee, Department of Classics, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544. Applicants should include a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a sample of scholarly writing (not more than 30 pp.) and should arrange for at least three confidential letters of recommendation to be sent. Applicants who wish to be sure of being considered for interviews at the APA meeting in Chicago should have all materials arrive by December 7, 2007.
Princeton University is an EEO/AA employer. For information about applying to Princeton and how to self-identify, please link to http://web.princeton.edu/sites/dof/ApplicantsInfo.htm.
PRINCETON UNIVERSITY – PRINCETON, NJ
FIRESTONE LIBRARY
Librarian for Classics, German, Hellenic Studies and Linguistics, Requisition # 0700721
The Princeton University Library, one of the world's most respected research institutions, serves a diverse community of 7,200 students and 1,100 faculty members, with more than 6 million printed volumes, 5 million manuscripts, and 2 million nonprint items. The holdings in its central library and 15 specialized libraries range from ancient papyri and incunabula to the most advanced electronic databases and digital collections. The Library employs a dedicated and knowledgeable staff of more than 300 professional and support personnel, complemented by a large student and hourly workforce. More information can be found at the Library's Web site: http://libweb.princeton.edu.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Princeton University Library seeks an energetic and creative subject specialist to build library collections and help shape library services in four fields in the humanities at Princeton: Classics, Germanic Languages and Literatures, Hellenic Studies, and Linguistics. This librarian will also work closely with the Departments of History, Art and Archaeology, and other relevant area and interdisciplinary studies programs. This is one of six professional positions devoted to developing and interpreting Princeton's collections in the humanities and social sciences. The position reports to the Associate University Librarian for Collection Development. Responsibilities include: current and retrospective collection building in all formats; managing sizable acquisitions funds and associated approval plans; advising on preservation, digitization, and other aspects of collection maintenance, including offsite storage; overseeing collections in study rooms in Firestone Library; and providing specialized research assistance to Princeton University faculty and students, researchers affiliated with neighboring institutions, and visiting scholars from the U.S. and abroad. The librarian also provides instruction in the use of print and electronic materials for philological, literary, cultural, and historical research; creates resource guides and Web sites to assist Princeton researchers; has a direct service presence in the Research and Instructional Services Department; consults with members of the Technical Services Department to facilitate timely acquisitions and processing of materials to meet academic deadlines; and works closely with staff in Rare Books and Special Collections on acquisitions and to promote use of the wealth of original and specialized material at Princeton. This librarian represents Princeton in the relevant regional, national, and international professional and scholarly organizations.
QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED: an ALA-accredited Master's degree in library science, plus an advanced degree in one of the disciplines associated with this position, or an equivalent combination of education and professional library experience; proficiency in Latin, Greek, Modern Greek, and German; a minimum of three years of successful experience in a research library. Candidates must demonstrate mastery of the bibliographic tools, including electronic resources, available for the use of researchers in the humanities and social sciences. Candidates should be knowledgeable about the American and European book trades, current and antiquarian, and the changing technological environment in research libraries; they should also demonstrate an interest in developing innovative services for researchers. PREFERRED: successful teaching experience, either in the classroom or in library instruction; experience with cooperative library projects such as the Center for Research Libraries and the Digital Library Federation; and knowledge of the strengths of other research collections.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and accomplishments. Twenty-four (24) vacation days a year, plus eleven (11) paid holidays. Annuity program (TIAA/CREF), group life insurance, health coverage insurance, disability insurance, and other benefits are available.
NOMINATIONS AND APPLICATIONS: Review of applications will begin November 30, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled. Nominations and applications (cover letter, resume and the names, titles, addresses and phone numbers of three references) will be accepted only from the Jobs at Princeton website: http://www.princeton.edu/jobs.
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. For information about applying to Princeton, please link to http://web.princeton.edu/sites/dof/ApplicantsInfo.htm
The Princeton University Society of Fellows in the Liberal Arts invites applications for three-year postdoctoral fellowships for 2008-2011 for recent PhDs (from Jan. 2005) in the humanities or social sciences. Five appointments to pursue research and teach half-time in the following areas: Open discipline (two fellowships); Judaic Studies; LGBT Studies; Race and/or Ethnicity Studies. Yearly stipend: approx. $66,500. Application deadline: October 8, 2007. For details, see website www.princeton.edu/~sf . Online application, followed by mailed dossier, is required. Contact information: Lin DeTitta, Society of Fellows in the Liberal Arts, 10 Joseph Henry House, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544, 609 258-4717, fellows@princton.edu.