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UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE – MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA

Lecturer in Classics

School of Historical & Philosophical Studies, Faculty of Arts, The University of Melbourne, Australia

Salary: AUD$85,203 - AUD$101,175 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

Classics and Archaeology is a leading program for the study of the ancient world. The only program of its kind in Australia, it is home to cutting edge research and field study undertaken by its staff, researchers and fellows. The program is affiliated with institutions such as The Classical Association of Victoria (CAV) with whom we regularly collaborate on a variety of lectures and events.

The discipline of Classics, part of the Classics and Archaeology program, in the School of Historical and Philosophical Studies teaches a suite of undergraduate subjects, has a strong research higher degree culture, and an internationally recognised research profile. The discipline has strengths in ancient Greek and Latin language and literature, and Near Eastern, Aegean and Classical archaeology. The School now seeks to appoint a Lecturer in the field of Classics, with a specialisation in ancient Greek language and literature.

To be successful in this role you will have an established research specialisation as above, and demonstrate potential to achieve a high level of research performance through the steady production of refereed publications and success in obtaining research grants, as well as the demonstrated potential to attain academic promotion. You will have a proven capability to make a significant contribution to research and engagement in Classics and Ancient World Studies, and will aspire to cultivate research links and networks with other groups on campus, as well as nationally and internationally.

Employment Type: Full-time (continuing) position.

Enquiries only to: Professor Trevor Burnard, Tel +61 3 8344 6686, Email tburnard@unimelb.edu.au. Close date: 3 November 2012.

For position information and to apply online go to www.hr.unimelb.edu.au/careers, click on ‘Search for Jobs’ and search under the job title or job number 0029717.