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UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA (CLASSICS) -- WINNIPEG, MB, CANADA
POSITION ONE: The Department of Classics, Faculty of Arts at the University of Manitoba invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2005, or soon thereafter. The successful candidate will be a specialist in ancient history, able to teach a wide range of courses in classical civilization and in Greek and Latin at all undergraduate levels. Responsibilities will include participation in the Department's MA program and service-related activities. The starting salary will reflect the qualifications and experience of the chosen candidate, but this is an entry-level position. Applicants are expected to have demonstrated excellence in research and success in teaching. Candidates must have a Ph.D. by the time of appointment.

The University of Manitoba encourages applications from qualified women and men, including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applications for this position must include: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, the names and contact information of three referees, and a sample of scholarly writing. Candidates should also include evidence of effective teaching, such as teaching evaluations and sample course outlines.

Applications should be sent to: Dr. Mark Joyal, Head, Department of Classics, University College, 220 Dysart Road, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB Canada R3T 2M8. The deadline for receipt of applications is 31 January 2005. Further information concerning the Department and the University may be obtained from http://www.umanitoba.ca/faculties/arts/Classics or by e-mail from m_joyal@umanitoba.ca. Application materials will be handled in accordance with Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba).

UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA (ARCHAEOLOGY) -- WINNIPEG, MB, CANADA
Post-doctoral Fellowship in Roman Archaeology, 2005-2006

With funding from the Canada Research Council (CRC) Chair in Roman Archaeology, the Department of Classics, University of Manitoba, will offer a one-year Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Roman Archaeology to commence July 1, 2005. This residential Postdoctoral Fellowship will have an annual value of $31,500 Canadian, with an additional $5,000 in research funds. The postdoctoral fellow will be expected to undertake an independent research project dealing with a topic in Roman Archaeology or Art. The supervisor of this postdoctoral fellowship is Dr. Lea Stirling, CRC Chair in Roman Archaeology (Tier 2), whose interests encompass both archaeology and ancient art. Applicants should be not more than two years beyond their completed PhD; candidates with a defense scheduled by May 2005 are welcome to apply.

The Postdoctoral fellow will also have the opportunity to teach up to 6 credits for additional remuneration subject to the availability of funds and the needs of the Department of Classics.

Qualified scholars may apply by sending a letter and a description of their proposed research project, including projected research travel, and arrange for three confidential letters of reference to be sent to: Postdoctoral Fellowship in Roman Archaeology, Department of Classics, University of Manitoba, 220 Dysart Rd., Winnipeg, MB R3T 2M8 CANADA

The successful candidate must have the Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2005. The University exercises a Canadian-first policy; however, all those qualified are encouraged to apply. The revised deadline for applications is February 15, 2005. Inquiries can be sent to Dr. Lea Stirling, CRC Chair in Roman Archaeology (Tier 2), at Lea_Stirling@umanitoba.ca.