UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE – CAMBRIDGE, UNITED KINGDOM (Three Positions)
POSITION ONE: Vacancy number GE12302 SALARY £36,862 - £46,696 pa
The Faculty of Classics is seeking to appoint to a University Lectureship in Classics (Greek Prehistory) from 01 September 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter. This post is open to those with a primary research interest in Classical Archaeology. Preference will be given to applicants specialising in the Bronze Age and/or Iron Age of the Aegean and adjacent areas. The successful applicant will benefit from the world-class facilities offered by the University and the generous support of research and teaching provided by the Faculty. The Faculty currently teaches approx. 250 undergraduates reading Classics (all of whom study both Greek and Latin language to degree level) and almost 100 graduate students (reading for Masters and doctoral degrees). It is one of the leading international centres in Classics, with some 40 teachers in Faculty and College posts. The successful candidate will be expected to take a full share of teaching and examining across the range of Classical Archaeology at all levels from beginners to graduates, to carry out research and to assist in administration as appropriate.
Candidates will need to show evidence of the following qualifications, skills and experience:
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Good first degree and a doctorate in a relevant subject area (or clear evidence that completion of such a doctorate is imminent);
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Evidence of ability to engage in internationally high-level research in the Prehistory of the Aegean and adjacent areas (in the Bronze Age and/or Iron Age), with publications and participation in scholarly activity commensurate with stage of career;
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Evidence of an active interest in archaeological fieldwork or finds research, with the ability to develop projects that will attract external research grants;
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Evidence of ability to teach Classical Archaeology effectively, and at all relevant levels;
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Ability to play an effective role in the life and work of the Faculty as a whole;
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Ability to work as part of a team.
It is expected that a Fellowship of Sidney Sussex College will be offered to the postholder.
Further particulars may be obtained from http://www.classics.cam.ac.uk/faculty/vacancies/ or from the Secretary of the Appointments Committee, Faculty of Classics, Sidgwick Avenue, Cambridge CB3 9DA (tel: 01223 748439, e-mail: cb520@cam.ac.uk). Applications (10 hard copies) consisting of a covering letter, detailed curriculum vitae, list of publications and form CHRIS 6 (Parts 1 and 3 only, available at http://www.classics.cam.ac.uk/faculty/vacancies/ ), including the names of three referees should be sent to the above address. Emailed applications will not be accepted. The closing date is12 noon, Monday 5 March 2012. Late applications will not be considered. Referees should be asked to write directly to the Secretary to reach the Faculty by the closing date. Please quote the vacancy reference number on all correspondence.
The University is committed to equality of opportunity.
Closing date: 12 noon, Monday 5 March 2012
Presentation and Interview date: Tuesday 24 April 2012.
POSITION TWO: Vacancy number GE12292 SALARY £36,862-£46,696 pa
The Faculty of Classics is seeking to appoint to a University Lectureship in Classics (Philosophy) from 01 September 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter. This post is open to those with a primary research interest in ancient philosophy. The successful applicant will benefit from the world-class facilities offered by the University and the generous support of research and teaching provided by the Faculty. The Faculty currently teaches approx. 250 undergraduates reading Classics (all of whom study both Greek and Latin language to degree level) and almost 100 graduate students (reading for Masters and doctoral degrees). It is one of the leading international centres in Classics, with some 40 teachers in Faculty and college posts. The successful candidate will be expected to take a full share of teaching across the range of ancient philosophy, at all levels from beginners to doctoral research, to carry out research and to assist in administration as appropriate.
Candidates will need to show evidence of the following qualifications, skills and experience:
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Good first degree and a doctorate in a relevant subject area (or clear evidence that completion of such a doctorate is imminent);
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Evidence of ability to engage in internationally recognized high-level research in philosophy, with publications and participation in scholarly activity commensurate with stage of career;
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Evidence of ability to teach ancient philosophy effectively, and at all relevant levels;
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A high level of proficiency in ancient Greek;
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Ability to play an effective role in the life and work of the Faculty as a whole;
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Ability to work as part of a team.
The post carries with it a Fellowship at Homerton College where the postholder will have some college duties.
Further particulars may be obtained from http://www.classics.cam.ac.uk/faculty/vacancies/ or from the Secretary of the Appointments Committee, Faculty of Classics, Sidgwick Avenue, Cambridge CB3 9DA (tel: 01223 748439, e-mail: cb520@cam.ac.uk). Applications (10 hard copies) consisting of a covering letter, detailed curriculum vitae, list of publications and form CHRIS 6 (Parts 1 and 3 only, available at http://www.classics.cam.ac.uk/faculty/vacancies/), including the names of three referees should be sent to the above address. Emailed applications will not be accepted. The closing date is 12 noon, Monday 5 March 2012. Late applications will not be considered. Referees should be asked to write directly to the Secretary to reach the Faculty by the closing date. Please quote the vacancy reference number on all correspondence.
The University is committed to equality of opportunity.
Closing date: 12 noon, Monday 5 March 2012
Presentation and Interview date: Friday 27 April 2012
POSITION THREE: Vacancy reference: GE2752 Limit of tenure applies. This post is for two years from 01 September 2012 until 31 August 2014.
Salary for this role will be in the range £27,428 to £35,788.
The Faculty of Classics is seeking to appoint a Temporary Teaching Associate in Classics from 01 September 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter. This post is open to those, at any stage in their career, with a primary research interest in Classical Latin Literature. The successful applicant will benefit from the world-class facilities offered by the University and the generous support of research and teaching provided by the Faculty. The Faculty currently teaches approx. 250 undergraduates reading Classics (all of whom study both Greek and Latin language to degree level) and almost 100 graduate students (reading for Masters and doctoral degrees). It is one of the leading international centres in Classics, with some 40 teachers in Faculty and College posts. The successful candidate will be expected to take a full share of teaching and examining across the range of Latin Literature at all levels from beginners to graduates, and to assist in administration as appropriate.
Candidates will need to show evidence of the following qualifications, skills and experience:
· The postholder should have recently submitted or be about to submit a PhD dissertation.
· The postholder should have expertise in Latin literature, and interdisciplinary approaches to its study, and be able to deliver high quality lectures.
· The ability to work as part of a team of teachers and administer courses effectively is essential.
· The ability to teach the Latin language
Further particulars may be obtained from http://www.classics.cam.ac.uk/faculty/vacancies/ or from Carolyn Bartley, Faculty of Classics, Sidgwick Avenue, Cambridge CB3 9DA (tel: 01223 748439, e-mail: cb520@cam.ac.uk).
Applications (10 hard copies) consisting of a detailed curriculum vitae, list of publications and signed form CHRIS 6 (Parts 1 and 3 only, available via http://www.classics.cam.ac.uk/faculty/vacancies/ ) including the names of three referees, should be sent to the above address. Emailed applications will not be accepted. The closing date is 12 noon, Monday 5 March 2012. Referees should be asked to write directly to Professor Martin Millett at the above address to reach the Faculty by the closing date. Please quote the vacancy reference number on all correspondence.
The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity.
* Limit of tenure: 31 August 2014
Closing date:12 noon, Monday 5 March 2012
Presentation and interview date: Wednesday 2 May 2012