UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS – FAYETTEVILLE, AR
The Department of Foreign Languages at the University of Arkansas invites applications from advanced ABDs and PhDs for a tenure-track position in the Classical Studies Program at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin August 14, 2006. The candidate should have a research specialty in ancient art history; an emphasis on late antique and early Byzantine art is particularly welcome. Salary is competitive. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a wide range of courses in ancient and medieval art, classical civilization, Greek, and Latin. The Classical Studies Program has a close relationship with Humanities, and the candidate will eventually participate in an interdisciplinary, team-taught honors humanities course. In addition, there are study abroad programs in Greece and Rome that Classical Studies faculty lead on a rotating basis. The Classical Studies Program has made a strong commitment to innovative teaching with technology, and is interested in a candidate with demonstrated facility in presentation software and website design. The position requires an active research program, professional service potential, and evidence of excellent teaching.
Review of the applications will begin on December 1, 2005. Please send a letter of application, writing sample (max. 30 pp.), curriculum vitae, transcripts, and three letters of support to:
Chair, Classical Studies Search Committee, Department of Foreign Languages, Kimpel Hall 425, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701. AA/EO Employer.